The Open University, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
The Open University is an expert in flexible higher education that fits around your working life.
We don’t make you choose between a degree and a salary – more than 70% of our students are in full or part time work, while four out of five FTSE 100 companies have funded staff on OU courses.
Employers including IBM, The Metropolitan Police, Unilever and many more recognise the value for money we provide, while students appreciate the range of affordable routes we offer. As a result, we are the largest academic institution in the UK, with nearly 200,000 current undergraduates, postgraduates and students on validated programmes - plus almost 1.
We don’t make you choose between a degree and a salary – more than 70% of our students are in full or part time work, while four out of five FTSE 100 companies have funded staff on OU courses.
Employers including IBM, The Metropolitan Police, Unilever and many more recognise the value for money we provide, while students appreciate the range of affordable routes we offer. As a result, we are the largest academic institution in the UK, with nearly 200,000 current undergraduates, postgraduates and students on validated programmes - plus almost 1.
The Open University Alumni
Darren Buttery
Information Technology and Services
Education
Lancaster University 2010 — 2012
Postgraduate; MA, Literature & Creative Writing
The Open University 2009 — 2010
Post Graduate Diploma, Creative Writing
Experience
Staffordshire Connects September 2007 - March 2014
Staffordshire County Council January 2004 - January 2007
Lyme Borough Council March 1994 - January 2004
Skills
Strategic Planning, Training Delivery, Windows, Visio, Outlook, English, PowerPoint, Oracle CRM, Internal Audit, Customer Service, Experienced Business..., Public Speaking, Change Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Report Writing, Research, Budgets, CRM, Microsoft Office, Creative Writing, Project Management, Business Process...
Darren Buttery
Experienced Business Analysts and Auditor
Government Administration
Education
Lancaster University 2010 — 2012
MA Creative Writing, Creative Writing
The Open University 2007 — 2009
DipLCW, Literature and Creative Writing
Experience
Staffordshire County Council Postgraduate StudentLancaster UniversityOctober 2010 - Present
Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council May 1996 - December 2004
Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council February 1994 - May 1996
Skills
Creative Writing, Fiction Writing, Public Sector, Local Government, Report Writing, Editing, Project Management, Poetry, Books, Proofreading
Darren Capper
Information Technology and Services
Education
Henley Business School 2008 — 2009
Certificate
The Open University 2001 — 2009
Postgraduate Diploma
De Montfort University 1990 — 1994
B.Sc. (Honours) degree - 2i
Experience
CGI November 2011 - Present
Skills
Outsourcing, Strategic Thinking, Coaching, Software Development, ITIL, Software Project..., Application Development, IT Service Management, Management, IT Strategy, Enterprise Architecture, Team Leadership, Operations Management, International Business, Application Lifecycle..., IT Operations, Stakeholder Management
Darren Cassidy
Business Assurance Auditor at Capita
Staffing and Recruiting
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2016
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
John Marley 1981 — 1986
Experience
Capita February 2014 - Present
MOD March 2013 - January 2014
McDonald's June 2012 - March 2013
Ministery of defense 1989 - November 2011
Skills
Military Logistics, Force Protection, Army, Corporate Security, Intelligence Analysis, Security, First Aid, Logistics, Part P 17th Edition, Operations Management, Military Operations, Employee Training, Teamwork, Military Experience, Time Management, Tactics, Microsoft Office, Command, Security Clearance, Inventory Management, Training, Strategic Planning, Ministry Of Defence, Military, Supervisory Skills, Recruiting, Weapons, MOD, PowerPoint, Management, Military Training, Customer Service, Team Leadership, Security Operations, Risk Assessment, Leadership Development, Afghanistan, Operational Planning, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Physical Security, Security Management, Counterterrorism, Crisis Management, Training Delivery, Surveillance, Defence, Microsoft Excel, Gas engineer Domestic, Team Building
Darren Chambers
Data Solutions Analyst at Admin Re UK Services Ltd
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2014
BA (Hons) IT & Computing and Business, Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
New College, Wellington 1994 — 1996
A-Levels: Music, German, Design, Psychology
Experience
Admin Re UK Services Ltd April 2013 - Present
Admin Re UK Services Ltd June 2012 - March 2013
Hoshizaki Europe Ltd. September 2009 - June 2012
Trinity Expert Systems October 2003 - December 2008
Windsor Life Assurance Plc 1997 - July 2003
Skills
Database Administration, Kaizen, SQL Server, Incident Management, Database Design, SEO, Operating Systems, Network Administration, CSS, Server Administration, Java, Regulatory Reporting, SQL, Compliance, Access, Social Media Marketing, Adsense, Database Management, Windows, VBA, Group Policy, Affiliate Marketing, Data Analysis, Microsoft SQL Server, Customer Service, Google Adwords, Visio, Algebra, VBScript, 5S, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Active Directory, MySQL, ITIL, Process Improvement, HTML/XML, Microsoft Office, Databases, Visual Basic, Analysis, JavaScript, System Administration, Organisational Skills, Business Process..., Lean Manufacturing
Darren Churchill
Director at Bourne Valley Construction Services LtdProject Lead Major and Complex Loss
Construction
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2014
Foundation degree, Paramedic Science
The Open University 2008 — 2013
Foundation degree
The University of Reading 2010 — 2012
Building Studies and Project Management
Bishop Wordsworth Grammar School ,Salisbury 1979 — 1986
Dewpoint Professional
Experience
Bourne Valley Construction Services Ltd 2011 - 2013
Cameron Group Plc 2009 - 2010
Cameron Hunt Ltd 2006 - 2009
Commercial and Residential Property Developer 1996 - 2006
Royal Marines 1987 - 1995
Skills
Damp, Refurbishments, Housebuilding, Asbestos, Commercial Management, Construction, Building Maintenance, Quantity Surveying, Contract Negotiation, Building Services, Business Development, Contractors, Contract Management, Property Damage, Project Management, Insurance, Cost Management, Surveying, Negotiation, Structural Drying
Darren Clulow
Manager, Clinical Supplies Packaging at Pfizer
Pharmaceuticals
Education
University of Greenwich 2004 — 2006
BSC (Hons) Pharmaceutical Sciences
The Open University 2010 — 2011
Professional Certificate in Management
Experience
Pfizer October 2012 - Present
Pfizer November 2007 - October 2012
GW Pharmaceuticals October 2004 - October 2007
Abbott Laboratories 1996 - 2001
Skills
Pharmaceutical Industry
Darren Clyde
CI Lead at BP Exploration & Production
Oil & Energy
Education
Birkbeck, U. of London 2011 — 2013
Master of Science (MSc), Organizational Change
The Open University 2001 — 2007
BSc (Hons) Technology, Design & Innovation, Systems Thinking, Maths, Science
The University of Wolverhampton 2002 — 2003
Certificate, Post Compulsory Education
Experience
BP July 2014 - Present
BP November 2012 - July 2014
Royal Air Force January 2011 - November 2012
Royal Air Force January 2005 - January 2011
Royal Air Force 2002 - 2005
Skills
Organizational Change, A3 Thinking, Team Leadership, Defence, Military, Strategic Thinking, Business Process Mapping, Process Improvement, Training, MS Office, Lean Manufacturing, Operations Management, Lean Thinking, MS Project, Strategy, Business Process..., Organizational..., Leading Change, Change Management, Coaching, Lean Initiatives, Training Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Management
Darren Colley
General Manager at Sulzer Dowding & Mills
Machinery
Education
The Open University 2000 — 2007
BSc (Hons), Environmental Studies
Experience
Sulzer Dowding & Mills February 2015 - Present
Dresser-Rand July 2013 - February 2015
Siemens Energy November 2011 - June 2013
Siemens Energy February 2009 - November 2011
HM Forces April 1987 - April 2009
Skills
SAP, Inspection, Contract Management, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Project Management, Management, Energy, Gas, Military, Lean Manufacturing, Offshore Drilling, Program Management, Engineering Management, Petroleum, Offshore, Negotiation, MS Project, Change Management, Aircraft, Aerospace, Planning, Engineering, Risk Assessment, Project Execution, Procurement, Root Cause Analysis
Darren Collinson
Network Design Architect at Oculus Defence
Information Technology and Services
Education
Open University 2000 — 2004
BSc, Mathematics and Computer Science
Hull Trinity House 1983 — 1989
Experience
Oculus Defence February 2013 - Present
Hewlett-Packard January 2012 - February 2013
Hewlett-Packard November 2010 - January 2012
C2BL May 2009 - November 2010
EADS May 2008 - May 2009
Essant May 2008 - May 2009
RWE Systems UK January 2008 - May 2008
RWE npower January 2008 - May 2008
RWE January 2008 - May 2008
Accenture July 2007 - January 2008
Skills
NCSS, HP, Active Directory, Architecture, Network Security, BGP, DNS, WAN, Switches, MPLS, Security Clearance, Cisco Technologies, Checkpoint, Windows Server, Juniper, ITIL, Routers, Firewalls, Windows, LAN/WAN, OSPF, VMware, TCP/IP, PIX, VPN, CCNA, Routing, VMware ESX, Data Center, Virtualization, Network Design, Security, CCNP, Troubleshooting, Integration, Deployment, Cisco
Darren Compton
Solution Developer at Lloyds Pharmacy
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Coventry University 1990 — 1995
Bsc, Computer Science
Coventry Technical College 1990 — 1992
Bachelor of Technology (BTech), Computer Studies
Experience
Lloyds Pharmacy February 2015 - Present
Lloyds Pharmacy November 2010 - February 2015
Lloyds Pharmacies January 2006 - November 2010
Eclipse Computers October 2005 - December 2005
Land Rover October 2002 - May 2005
Cirrus Technology February 2002 - May 2002
Cerulean October 2001 - February 2002
DANA GLACIER VANDERVELL 2001 - 2002
Barclays UK Retail and Business Bank 2000 - 2001
Durr Limited 1998 - 2000
Skills
SQL, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Office, ITIL v3 Foundations..., Microsoft SQL Server, Data Analysis, Spreadsheets, Databases, Crystal Reports, PowerPoint, Excel, Group Policy, VBA, Data Warehousing, Software Documentation, Windows XP, Testing, Website Development, Technical Support, Windows 7, CSS, Team Leadership, ITIL, Active Directory, Microsoft Technologies, Networking, Business Analysis, ETL, Visual Basic, Microsoft Excel, Access, Web Development, Analysis, Microsoft Word, Business Intelligence, HTML, Business Objects, Citrix, Service Desk, SAP, Word, Problem Solving, Vba, SCADA, IT Operations, Computer Hardware, Change Management, Microstrategy, XP, Customer Service
Darren Coombes
Operations Manager at Triathlon Ireland
Sports
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2002
Professional Certificate in Management, Business Administration and Management, General
National University of Ireland, Maynooth 2000 — 2001
Higher Diploma in Information Technology(Post Graduate), Information Technology
National University of Ireland, Maynooth 1996 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology
Greenhills College, Dublin 1990 — 1996
Leaving Certificate
Experience
Triathlon Ireland April 2015 - Present
Irish Table Tennis June 2008 - April 2015
An Bord Pleanala 2005 - 2008
Football Association of Ireland 2002 - 2005
Skills
Project Management, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Team Building, Sports, Sports Management, Coaching, Marketing Strategy, Project Planning, Teamwork, Change Management, Negotiation, New Business Development, Recruiting, Public Relations, Business Planning, Sponsorship, Event Management, Management, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, Customer Service, Budgets, Training, Public Speaking, Strategy, Event Planning, Time Management, Sports Marketing, Marketing Communications, Business Strategy, Marketing, Social Media
Darren Cornish
Director of Customer Experience at The Share Centre
Utilities
Education
Ashridge Business School 2011 — 2012
Business Strategy, Business Strategy
Open University 2001 — 2004
MBA, Master of Business Admin
Chartered Insurance Institute 1992 — 1994
Associateship of Chartered Insurance Institute, Professional Insurance Qualifications
Keele University 1988 — 1991
BA (Hons), Philosophy, Politics, Economics
Experience
The Share Centre January 2015 - Present
E.ON UK March 2012 - December 2014
E.ON UK July 2010 - March 2012
AXA May 2009 - July 2010
Dental Services Direct December 2008 - March 2009
Norwich Union, part of Aviva PLC October 2007 - November 2008
Aviva (Norwich Union) August 2005 - November 2007
Aviva (Norwich Union) October 2001 - August 2005
Norwich Union July 2000 - October 2001
CGU Insurance PLC (became Aviva) February 1999 - July 2000
Skills
Process Improvement, Business Process, Customer Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Strategic Partnerships, PRINCE2, Customer Experience, Business Transformation, E-commerce, Change Management, Call Centers, Business Planning, Governance, Operations Management, Culture Change, Business Strategy, Team Leadership, Business Process..., Human Resources, Management, Customer Operations..., Mentoring, Integrated Marketing, Leadership, Six Sigma, Customer Retention, Customer Experience..., Customer Information, Integration, Forecasting, Team Management, Stakeholder Management, Customer Insight, Performance Management, Budgets, Contact Centers, Organizational..., B2B, CRM, Project Planning, Project Delivery, Strategic Planning, Strategy
Darren Coxon
Managing Director at Pensord
Printing
Education
The School of Life 1968 — 2013
Cranfield University - Cranfield School of Management
The Director as a Strategic Leader
The Open University
Managing Development and Change (B751)
The Open University
Professional Certificate in Management
Northampton School for Boys 1981 — 1985
Experience
Pensord December 2002 - Present
BPIF December 2012 - Present
Stephens & George Magazines Ltd September 1998 - December 2002
The Magazine Printing Company March 1997 - September 1998
Staples Colour Printers (Kettering) Ltd March 1994 - March 1997
Skills
New Business Development, Online Publishing, Change Management, Digital Printing, Magazines, Print Management, Marketing Strategy, Organizational..., Publishing, B2B, Key Account Management, Business Development, Offset Printing, Account Management, Pre-press, Direct Sales, Marketing Communications, Sales Management, Direct Marketing
Darren Crampton
General Manager at Movies@Swords
Entertainment
Education
HDR Online School 2014 — 2015
Certificate in HR Management
Claude International Ltd
Diploma in retail analysis and profit strategies
St Vincents CBS Glasnevin Dublin 11
The Open University
Certificate in Health & Social Care
Experience
Movies@Swords November 2006 - Present
Vue Entertainment October 1999 - October 2006
DKS Promotions LTD June 1997 - September 1999
Skills
Marketing, Event Planning, HR Policies, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Management, Staff Development, Event Management, Forecasting, Entertainment, Social Networking, Retail Sales, Staff Training, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Staff Retention, Staff Management, Public Relations
Darren Cranston
Manager Financial Solutions Group at AIB
Banking
Education
The Open University 2004 — 2007
Master of Business Administration (MBA), International Business
University of Ulster 1997 — 2001
BA Hons Economics, Economics
Experience
AIB February 2014 - Present
ACCBank June 2012 - January 2014
ACCBank April 2011 - June 2012
ACCBank June 2008 - April 2011
ACCBank January 2008 - June 2008
ACCBank December 2006 - January 2008
Atradius January 2006 - December 2006
Atradius October 2003 - December 2005
Northern Ireland Electricity and Gas Regulatore September 2002 - October 2003
Skills
Financial Analysis, Debt Restructuring, Asset Managment, Banking
Darren Cunningham Assoc CIPD
Serco Team Leader at the Defence Academy of the United Kingdom
Defense & Space
Education
Wiltshire College Lackham/CIPD 2011 — 2011
CIPD Foundation Diploma, Human Resource Management, Pass
The Open University 2009 — 2010
Certificate in Business Studies
Southway Comprehensive School 1983 — 1989
Experience
Serco August 2013 - Present
Lyons Davidson Limited April 2012 - August 2013
Royal Air Force July 1989 - January 2012
Skills
Performance Management, NATO, Mentoring, Performance Appraisal, Management, Employee Training, Defence, Team Management, Microsoft Office, Training, Training Management, Human Resources, Coaching, Personnel Management, Policy, HR Policies, Recruiting, Disciplinaries, Induction Program, Leadership Development, Ministry Of Defence, Military Training, Leadership, Employment Law, HRIS, Sickness Absence..., Military Experience, Air Force, Defense, NVQs, Employee Relations, Training Delivery, Mentoring Of Staff, Change Management, MOD, Instructing, On the Job Training, Team Leadership, Interviews, Recruitment Training, Grievances, Interviewing Skills, Security Clearance, Management Development, Military
Darren Cutler
Personal Trainer
Health, Wellness and Fitness
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2017
Bsc (honours), Sports Science and Psychology
Tribal Education 2014 — 2015
NCFE Level 2, Nutrition and Health, Pass
Diet Specialist 2014 — 2014
AfN Certification, Nutrition Advisor, Pass
British School of Yoga 2001 — 2011
Diploma (practicioner (level 4)), Personal Fitness Trainer, Tai Chi Chuan, Advanced Karate, Pass
British School of Yoga 2001 — 2011
Professional Certificate of Merit, Mid Section Trainer, Defender Self Defence, Pass
Newcastle College 2010 — 2010
NVQ Level 3, Custodial Care, Pass
Newcastle College 2004 — 2004
NCFE Level 2, National Certificate for Door Supervisors, Pass
Sunderland AFC and East Durham College 1999 — 2000
Foundation Studies in Exercise, Pass
Experience
Fit2The Core Personal Training 2014 - Present
HMPS November 2006 - Present
'Self-Employed' April 2004 - November 2005
Marriott Hotels November 2001 - April 2004
Skills
Children's Fitness, Sports Science, Mid Section Trainer, Nutrition, HIIT Specialist, Psychology, Strength & Conditioning, Tai Chi Chuan, Health Sciences, Karate, Thai-Bo Instructor, Self Defence Instructor, Personal Training, Relaxation
Darren Davison
Lead Engineer & New Product Specialist at Specialised Management Services
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2011
BEng, Engineering
The Open University 1999 — 2004
BSc, Open (Maths & Computing)
Norwich School 1988 — 2003
A-Levels, Maths, Physics, Design & Technology
Experience
Specialised Management Services Ltd January 2014 - Present
Specialised Management Services Ltd August 2011 - December 2013
Lintott Control Systems May 2009 - August 2011
Lintott Control Systems July 2007 - May 2009
Lintott Control Systems October 2005 - July 2007
Paston College January 2002 - October 2005
Paston College January 1999 - January 2002
Moneyfact Group January 1998 - September 1998
Skills
Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, FEED, Mechanical Engineering, Commissioning, Engineering Management, Engineering, Management, Electricians, Hydraulics, Manufacturing, Instrumentation, Pressure, Budget Forecasts, Project Management, Petroleum, Information technology, Process Control, Oil/Gas, Training Delivery, Piping, HAZOP, Engineering Design, FPSO, Control Systems Design, Valves, PLC, Project Engineering, Allen Bradley, P&ID, Process Automation, Pumps, Automation
Darren Dunne
Chemical Process Technician at Merck
Chemicals
Education
Institute of Technology, Sligo 2014 — 2015
1 year certificate., Clean room manufacturing, Pass
The Open University 2002 — 2003
1 year certificate, Natural Sciences, pass
avondale community college 1990 — 1995
High School, Leaving cert
Experience
Msd ireland November 2001 - Present
Takeda Pharmaceuticals February 2001 - November 2001
Kerry Foods September 1995 - January 2001
Skills
Process Optimization, SOP, Validation, HPLC, electronic batch..., GMP, Food Processing, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing
Darren Earle
Shift Leader / Print Finisher at Gecko Digital
Marketing and Advertising
Education
The Open University 2002 — 2009
BSc Hons, IT and Computing
Kitson College of Technology 1983 — 1984
City and Guilds, Graphic Communication
West Leeds Boy's High 1980 — 1983
Experience
Gecko Digital September 2010 - Present
__ March 2010 - September 2010
Blackburns DMS May 1997 - February 2010
Jowetts Direct August 1991 - May 1997
Waterlow Petty- Nottingham June 1989 - August 1991
BPCC Direct Mail June 1984 - June 1989
Skills
Web Design, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Training
Darren Edge BA (Hons)
Civil Servant at Department of Work and Pensions
Government Administration
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2013
Bachelor's degree (with Honours)., Business Studies
Experience
Department of Work and Pensions February 1992 - Present
RAF High Wycombe June 1990 - October 1991
RAF Upavon February 1988 - July 1989
RAF Cosford 1987 - 1988
Skills
Public Sector, Policy Analysis, Change Management, Politics, Lean Practitioner, City & Guilds – Level 3..., Telecommunications, European Union, Policy, Report Writing, BTEC Advanced Award –..., Public Policy, Public Administration, Program Management, Training, Government, Private Sector, Local Government, Stakeholder Management, Economic Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Diploma in Pascal...
Darren Edmonds
Principle Oracle DBA at Barclays
Banking
Education
The Open University 2004 — 2010
Bsc (Hons), Computing
Experience
Barclays February 2013 - Present
QVC August 2010 - February 2012
QVC August 2007 - August 2010
QVC March 2006 - August 2007
QVC February 2000 - March 2006
Skills
Oracle Database 11g..., Oracle Streams, Database Security, Database Administration, ITILv3 foundation, Unix Shell Scripting, Oracle, RMAN, Conceptual Modeling, Oracle Database 11g..., Disaster Recovery, Performance Tuning, High Availability..., Requirements Gathering, Professional Experience, Analysis, Oracle Enterprise Linux, Project Planning, SQL, Data Guard, Data Modeling, Flashback, OCP, Oracle Enterprise..., Software Licensing, Databases, Statspack, Database Design, Normalization, Oracle ASM, High Availability, Microsoft SQL Server, ITIL, Shell Scripting, Oracle certified SQL..., Oracle RAC, ADDM
Darren Ellis
Solutions Architect at InterCall
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2015 — 2017
Master's Degree, Mathematics
Sonus 1K2K training 2015 — 2015
The Open University 2008 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Mathematics, First Class with Honours
Shrewsbury College of Arts and Technology 1987 — 1991
HNC, Electronics
Burton Borough 1985 — 1987
Experience
InterCall August 2015 - Present
Dimension Data April 2014 - August 2015
Nextiraone UK Ltd July 2009 - April 2014
NextiraOne Ltd October 2006 - July 2009
SCC August 2006 - October 2006
Syan July 1995 - August 2006
Syan Technology Ltd 2002 - 2006
Foreign & Commonwealth Office 1991 - 1995
Avant Electronics Ltd July 1987 - September 1991
Skills
Lync & Exchange hosted..., Cisco Call Manager, Active Directory, Microsoft Technologies, Skype for Business..., Video Conferencing, System Deployment, Office Communications..., PBX, Sonus 1K2K media..., Applied Mathematics, Exchange 2007, Audiocodes, Mobile, Microsoft SQL Server, Pre-sales, Telephony, VMware ESX, SQL Server, Lync online, PKI, Mobile Devices, Technical Support, Unified Messaging, Lync, Microsoft Lync Server..., Avaya IP Telephony, Office 365, Microsoft Lync 2010, DNS, OCS 2007 R2, Microsoft Lync Server..., Infrastructure, Solution Architecture, Microsoft Exchange, VMware, Clustering, Messaging, Hyper-V, Lync 2013, Exchange 2010, Virtualization, Unified Communications, VoIP, Lync Server 2010, Pure Mathematics, SIP, Windows Server
Darren Flint
Operations Manager at Worgas Burners UK Ltd
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Education
The Open University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Engineering, 2:1
Derby College of Higher Education 1986 — 1988
HNC, Mechanical and Production Engineering
Experience
Worgas Burners UK Ltd January 1997 - Present
Sturmey Archer 1992 - 1997
Glow Worm 1988 - 1992
Skills
Sales, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality Management, Management, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Certified Lead Auditor, Project Management, Gas, Leadership, Parish Councillor
Darren Fountain
Head of Business Change at Fountain Rock Ltd
Management Consulting
Education
The Open University 1996 — 2005
MBA, BSc (Hons), Business, Systems, Psychology
Experience
Fountain Rock Ltd January 2015 - Present
The Niteworks Partnership 2012 - 2015
Fountain Rock Ltd November 2012 - December 2014
Central Government Agency December 2010 - November 2012
Central Government January 2010 - December 2010
Central Government Agency November 2008 - November 2010
AWE PLC November 2007 - November 2008
Capgemini Consulting November 2005 - August 2008
Capgemini 2006 - 2008
Royal Air Force 1986 - 2005
Skills
Management, Leadership, Process Improvement, Strategy, PMO, Business, Program Management, Business Transformation, ITIL, Defence, Change Management, Security Clearance, Business Strategy, Organizational Design, Culture Change, Stakeholder Management, Leadership Development, Governance, Project Delivery, Outsourcing, Consulting
Darren Funnell
EFL Teacher at Kiddie English
Education Management
Education
The Open University
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law
The Open University
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business
Experience
Kiddie English May 2015 - Present
Summit June 2013 - May 2015
barclaycard August 2001 - December 2007
Skills
Excellent Time Keeping, English, Teaching, Strategic Planning, Training Delivery, An Active Listener, Online Marketing, Event Planning, A Creative Approach, Flexibility, Ability to work as part..., Social Networking, Diplomacy and a...
Darren Funnell
Financial Services Professional
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law
Experience
Barclaycard 2001 - 2007
Skills
•Excellent time..., •High levels of..., •Ability to analyse..., •Effective..., •Remains calm under..., •An active listener..., •A creative approach...
Darren Game
Production Manager at The Timken Company
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Education
The Open University 2004 — 2006
Post Graduate Diploma, Manufacturing, Management & Technology, Pass
Experience
The Timken Company July 2011 - Present
The Timken Company October 2010 - July 2011
Northbridge Motorsport 2009 - 2010
SPS Technologies 1996 - 2009
Skills
TPM, DMAIC, SPC, FMEA, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Kaizen, Manufacturing..., Kanban, Project Management, Quality Management, Root Cause Analysis, SMED, Engineering, Manufacturing, Automotive, Machining, Aerospace, Six Sigma, 5S, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing...
Darren Garside
.NET and AngularJs Software Development Consultant Available for remote development work
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 1999 — 2003
Bsc (hons), Computer Science, 1st
Holmes Chapel Comprehensive 1983 — 1988
GCSE
Experience
Winterflood Securities August 2014 - Present
Developzing Ltd October 2007 - Present
MoneySuperMarket.com April 2014 - July 2014
EA Technology September 2013 - April 2014
Fujitsu August 2012 - August 2013
Bet365 November 2010 - August 2012
Dealogic August 2010 - November 2010
Solidsoft June 2010 - August 2010
Insolvency Service January 2009 - July 2010
Innova Smart Media Limited 2009 - 2010
Skills
XML, SOA, Scrum, Continuous Integration, T-SQL, IIS, ADO.NET, Test Driven Development, AngularJS, Unit Testing, NServiceBus, WCF, Design Patterns, Microsoft SQL Server, UML, TDD, SSIS, ASP.NET Web API, Software Design, C#, ASP, LINQ, ASP.NET MVC, Visual Basic, Silverlight, Databases, CSS, Agile Methodologies, ASP.NET, Autofac, TFS, SSRS, Test Automation, SOAP, Protractor, Continuous Delivery, .NET, Web Services, OOP, VB.NET, Entity Framework, jQuery, REST, WinForms, JavaScript, Solution Architecture, WPF
Darren Gilbert
Linux Architect/Engineer | RHCE RHEL7 | SC Cleared
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 1997 — 2014
BSc Open (Hons), Computer Engineering
The Open University 1999 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Computer Science
Experience
STFC July 2015 - Present
Symantec December 2013 - February 2015
City Link September 2013 - December 2013
Symantec June 2013 - September 2013
T-Systems November 2012 - May 2013
EOH (Europe) October 2010 - October 2012
Eduserv, Bath June 2009 - February 2010
Serco Solutions May 2009 - June 2009
BDO Stoy Hayward November 2008 - February 2009
Applicable Ltd June 2007 - November 2008
Skills
Citrix, Windows 7, Microsoft SQL Server, Operating Systems, DNS, Lotus Domino, Sametime, Solaris, Requirements Analysis, VMware ESX, Lotus Notes, Servers, DHCP, SharePoint, Red Hat Linux, Lotus, System Deployment, Linux, Testing, Unix, SMTP, HP Proliant, Disaster Recovery, Blackberry Enterprise..., Microsoft Exchange, Cloud Computing, Messaging, Data Migration, Quickr, CCNA, SQL, Windows Server
Darren Gittins
General Manager at Broadway Transport
Hospital & Health Care
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2010
Postgraduate Diploma, Management
The Open University 2006 — 2007
Postgraduate Diploma in Management, Prof. Cert Management
Experience
Broadway Transport May 2014 - Present
The Doctors Laboratory January 2012 - May 2014
Broadway Transport (Specialist Healthcare Logistics) January 2009 - December 2011
Kimal plc April 2005 - November 2008
Kimal plc October 1995 - October 2005
European Telecom plc October 1994 - September 1996
Skills
Management, Contract Negotiation, Project Management, Leadership, Healthcare, Warehousing, Supply Chain, Change Management, Warehouse Management, Logistics, Continuous Improvement, Personnel Management, Procurement, Analysis, Reporting & Analysis, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Creative Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., ERP, Supply Chain Management
Darren Glen
Service centre analyst and mature student.
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2014 — 2017
Bachelor’s Degree, Law
St Hugh's College, Oxford 1988 — 1990
Jurisprudence, Moderations, 1989
The Manchester Grammar School 1981 — 1988
Experience
Capgemini July 2015 - Present
Self-employed September 2012 - 2015
various 2008 - 2012
Rotamould 2006 - 2007
Philpot Enterprises 1998 - 2000
Alpha Flight Services 1994 - 1998
Skills
Hotels, Fine Dining, Restaurant Management, Catering, Bartending, Micros, Hospitality Management, Pre-opening, Menu Costing, Food, Wine, Management, Quality Assurance..., Data Migration, Operations Management, Food & Beverage, Hotel Management, Communication Skills, Cuisine, Training, Hospitality Industry, Revenue Analysis, Quality Assurance, Microsoft Office, Data Modeling, Recipes, International Business..., Data Analysis, Resorts, Restaurants, Event Management, Budgets, Culinary Skills, Hospitality, Forecasting, Banquets, Menu Development
Darren Greenwood
QEHS Manager at Arla Foods
Food Production
Education
The Open University 1999 — 2001
MSc (Distinction), Environmental Management & Science
Keele University 1994 — 1997
BA (Hons), Economics and Environmental Geography
Experience
Arla Foods amba June 2013 - Present
Bokomo Foods January 2010 - May 2013
Premier Foods September 2008 - October 2009
Uniq 2007 - 2008
Melton Foods July 2006 - December 2007
Becketts Foods January 2003 - July 2006
Solway Foods December 2001 - January 2003
Darren Grey
Learning Development Coordinator
Human Resources
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2009
Diploma, Sociology
Defence Intelligence & Security School 1999 — 2000
Okehampton College 1994 — 1996
A Level
Experience
South West Highways Ltd February 2015 - Present
Self Employed 2010 - March 2015
City Link 2005 - 2010
HM Forces 1999 - 2006
Skills
Classroom Instruction, Volunteer Management, Sales, Management, Instruction, Weapons Handling, Risk Assessment, Communication, Analyst Briefings, Microsoft Word, Military, Physical Security, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Security Clearance, Liasoning, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Problem Solving, Intelligence Analysis, Force Protection, Interviews, Social Media, Marketing, Meeting Planning, Community Engagement, Youth Development, Training Delivery, Counterterrorism, Information Security, Presentation Skills, Counterintelligence, Team Building
Darren Griffiths
Business Owner
Construction
Education
Cedars Upper School 1981 — 1984
The Open University
Business Diploma, Business Administration and Management, General
Experience
Milton Keynes Garden Services May 2007 - Present
Frosts Landscape Construction Limited March 2011 - June 2013
Royal Mail April 2001 - August 2003
Royal Mail March 1999 - April 2001
Skills
Customer Service, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Coaching, Garden, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Public Speaking, Management, Business Strategy
Darren Hall
Executive Director of Big Green Week
Public Policy
Education
The Open University 1998 — 1999
Masters, MBA
University of Wales, Swansea 1987 — 1990
2.1, Mechanical Engineering
Experience
Big Green Week CIC October 2013 - Present
Green Party of England & Wales July 2014 - May 2015
Good Bristol Magazine March 2014 - May 2015
Bristol Green Capital Partnership December 2010 - October 2013
Government Office South West May 2010 - February 2011
Bristol Partnership 2009 - 2010
The Home Office June 2004 - March 2009
Skills
Public Sector, Economic Development, Policy, Government, Research, Climate Change, Project Planning, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Business, Strategy, Governance, Politics, Local Government, Corporate Social..., Stakeholder Management, Management Consulting, Public Policy, Project Management, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Awareness, Report Writing, Sustainability, Social Enterprise, Policy Analysis, Social Entrepreneurship, Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainable Development, Community Development, Renewable Energy, Community Engagement
Darren Hawkes
Design Engineer at AECOM
Telecommunications
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2015
Engineer's Degree, Engineering
No 1 Radio School, RAF 1990 — 1991
Ordinary National Certificate, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Suffolk College of H&FE 1985 — 1989
Higher National Certificate, Construction Engineering
Global Training and Technology Ltd
BTEC Higher Award, Mobile Telecommunications Engineering, Pass
Experience
AECOM May 2015 - Present
Thales March 2006 - May 2015
Cable & Wireless 1999 - 2004
Simoco Group September 1998 - September 1999
Royal Air Force 1990 - 1998
Skills
Systems Engineering, Engineering, Integration, Testing, Electronics, Networking, Systems Design, Engineering Management, Electrical Engineering, Defense, Transmission, Telecommunications
Darren Haycock
Business/HR manager at BM Recruitment
Staffing and Recruiting
Education
The Open University
BSc (Hons), Technology
Experience
BM Recruitment Agency Limited April 2010 - Present
ATCO Frontec October 2008 - April 2010
Skills
Employee Benefits, HR Policies, Employee Engagement, Leadership Development, Recruiting, New Hire Orientations, Deferred Compensation, Project Planning, Human Resources, Personnel Management, Management, Employee Training, Recruitment Advertising, Succession Planning, Performance Management, Talent Management, Workforce Planning, Operations Management, Quality Assurance, Contract Recruitment, Employee Relations, Training, Executive Search, HRIS, Permanent Placement, Technical Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Project Management, Policy, Change Management, Interviews, Organizational..., HR Consulting
Darren Height MSc TM CMILT
Supply Chain Manager at Southco
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Education
University of Worcester 2013 — 2014
Leadership and Management
The Open University 2011 — 2012
Master of Science (MSc), Technology Management
The Open University 2005 — 2010
Post Graduate Diploma, Technology Management
Experience
Southco Manufacturing Ltd February 2012 - May 2015
Southco Manufacturing Ltd January 2011 - February 2012
Southco Manufacturing Ltd October 2007 - January 2011
Southco Manufacturing Ltd January 2006 - October 2007
Southco Manufacturing Ltd May 2005 - January 2006
Southco Manufacturing Ltd January 2005 - May 2005
Dzus Fasteners Europe Ltd June 2000 - December 2004
Dzus Fasteners Europe Ltd June 1997 - June 2000
Skills
Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, SPC, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, DMAIC, Kanban, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing..., Operational Excellence, Manufacturing, FMEA
Darren Henson
Support Services Manager (South) at United Utilities
Civil Engineering
Education
The Open University
Currently studying towards a degree in Environmental Science., Engineering
The Whitby High School
Experience
United Utilities April 2015 - Present
United Utilities July 2012 - Present
United Utilities January 2012 - July 2012
Morris Homes (North) Ltd 2006 - 2011
Complete Groundwork Solutions 2003 - 2007
Redrow Homes December 2001 - December 2003
Macob North Ltd January 1999 - December 2001
Skills
Feasibility Studies, Construction Management, Subcontracting, Management, Construction, Project Management, Surveying, Commercial Management, Site Management, Contractors, Building Services, Highways, Quantity Surveying, Contract Negotiation, Value Engineering, Cost Management, Civil Engineering, Procurement, Engineering, Contract Management, Drainage, Site Engineering
Darren Hepburn
at Polecat Media
Photography
Education
The Open University 2015 — 2015
The Frozen Planet
The Open University 2011 — 2011
Design and the Web
Daniel Stewart's and Melville College 1985 — 1991
7 'O' Grades, 1 'Standard' Grade, 6 'Highers' (at ABBBBC)
Experience
Polecat Media 2006 - Present
Royal Edinburgh Psychiatric Hospital June 1993 - September 1994
Skills
Black & White, Galleries, Landscape Photography, Image Manipulation, Art Exhibitions, Contemporary Art, Modern Art, Abstraction, Art, Image Editing, Art Gallery, Event Photography, Fine Art Photography, Collage, Photojournalism, Editorial, Still Life, Fine Art, Environmental..., Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Digital Art, Photography, Digital Photography, Lifestyle Photography
Darren Hickman
Progression & Destinations Team Leader
Higher Education
Education
Warwickshire College 2009 — 2010
NVQ 4, Advice & Guidance
The Open University 2006 — 2008
NVQ 3, Advice & Guidance
Newman College of Higher Education in Birmingham 1995 — 1999
B.Ed, PE and Sports Science
Blessed George Napier School, Banbury 1988 — 1995
Experience
Banbury and Bicester College June 2014 - Present
Oxford and Cherwell Valley College June 2001 - June 2014
Keycamp Holidays Netherlands B.V. April 2000 - July 2000
Skills
Leadership Development, Training, Staff Development, Higher Education, Leadership, Career Development, Curriculum Design, Career Counseling, Teaching, Research, Adult Education, Training Delivery, Coaching, E-Learning
Darren Hickmott
Network Support Engineer at Lanmark Technical Services
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (BSc) Honours, Diploma in Computing, Pass
The Open University 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Science with Honours, Earth and Environmental Science, Upper Second Class Honours
Skills
Microsoft Exchange, Backup Exec, Cisco Technologies, Servers, Blackberry Enterprise..., Dell PowerEdge Servers, Routers, DNS, Enterprise Network..., Hyper-V, Active Directory, DHCP, Penetration Testing, Wireless Networking, Windows Server, Windows 7, Network Administration, Group Policy, Intrusion Detection...
Darren Holdsworth
Digital Marketing Executive at The Travel Network Group
Marketing and Advertising
Education
The Open University 2014 — 2017
Associate's Degree, Business Studies and Management, TBC
Smart Training 2012 — 2013
National Diploma in Marketing, Marketing and Sales, Pass
Brooklands College 2011 — 2012
Professional Cetificate In Marketing, Pass
Brooklands College 2010 — 2011
Introductory Certificate in Marketing, Pass
Fullbrook Secondary School 2001 — 2007
Experience
The Travel Network Group April 2014 - Present
VAR One Ltd October 2013 - April 2014
Frequency Telecom October 2012 - October 2013
Superdry October 2011 - August 2012
Skills
Video Production, DocuSign, Marketing Strategy, Electronic Signatures, Product Marketing, Direct Sales, B2B, Social Media Marketing, Product Development, Email Marketing, Event Management, Salesforce Administrator, Merchandising, Account Management, Third Party Reporting, Direct Marketing, New Business Development, Marketing Research, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Radio Advertising, Brand Development, Sales Management, Investments, Sales, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Sales Process, Customer Service, Market Research, Music Production, Online Advertising, Business Development, Marketing Management, Negotiation, Retail, Advertising
Darren Hollick
DLHollick Consulting
Professional Training & Coaching
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2011
BSc, Leadership & Management (Current Study)
The Open University 2007 — 2009
Certificate In Business Studies
Essex Institute Of Clinical Hypnosis (CP) 2004 — 2006
Diploma In Hypnotherapy Practice
University Of Wales College Newport 2001 — 2003
Business & Finance HNC
The Open University 1999 — 2001
Certificate In Social Science
Financial Training Company
AAT Accounting Foundation
Experience
DLHollick Consulting July 2007 - Present
Hollick Hypnotherapy January 2006 - Present
Remploy July 2007 - July 2008
WCVA November 2004 - June 2007
The Princes Trust November 2001 - November 2004
British Red Cross June 1999 - November 2001
Darren Horsley
Quality Specialist at Walgreens Boots Alliance
Pharmaceuticals
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2016
BSc (Hons) Open Degree, Focusing on Life Sciences and Business Management
The Nottingham Trent University 2000 — 2002
Foundation degree, Chemistry
Derby College 1997 — 1999
National Certificate, Science
Experience
Walgreens Boots Alliance January 2014 - Present
Walgreens Boots Alliance June 2011 - December 2013
Walgreens Boots Alliance January 2000 - May 2011
HB Fuller January 1999 - December 1999
Chromalloy October 1995 - December 1998
Skills
CAPA, GxP, Compliance, SOP, FMEA, Pharmaceutical Supply..., Team Leadership, 21 CFR Part 11, Quality System, GLP, Change Control, HPLC, FDA, GMP, Sop, Titrimitry, QMS, LIMS, MHRA, Quality Control, Technology Transfer, Deviations, Quality Assurance, Spectroscopy, Regulatory Affairs, Validation, UV/Vis, Analytical Chemistry, Product Quality Review, Laboratory, GC-FID, Pharmaceutical Industry
Darren Humphries
EMEA Solutions and Security Intelligence & Operations Consulting Practice
Computer & Network Security
Education
ISC2 2003 — 2007
CISSP
CA IAM 2005 — 2005
IAM, CA IAM
StoneGate Firewall Architect 2005 — 2005
SGFA
Open University 2002 — 2005
BCs, Computer Science 2.1
Certified MIME Sweeper Engineer 2004 — 2004
CMSE, CMSE
PIX (632-521) 2004 — 2004
PIX, PIX
Whale Certified Engineer 2004 — 2004
WCE, WCE
MCSE 2000 — 2000
MCSE, 2000 and NT4
ITIL
ITIL Certified
Mensa
Member of Mensa
Experience
HP Enterprise Security August 2013 - Present
Hewlett-Packard December 2012 - August 2013
Verizon Business May 2009 - December 2012
RSA Security September 2006 - May 2009
Comsec April 2007 - December 2007
Securetest March 2006 - September 2006
Sapphire March 2005 - March 2006
City of Sunderland Council November 2003 - July 2005
SITA May 2003 - October 2003
Research Machines January 2003 - May 2003
Skills
Cloud Computing, Solution Architecture, ITIL, IT Governance, Computer Forensics, Data Center, Encryption, Business Continuity, Security Management, Risk Mitigation, Vulnerability Management, Solution Design, Vulnerability Assessment, Firewalls, Risk Assessment, CISSP, Computer Security, Risk Management, Compliance, Program Management, Security, ISO 27001, IDS, Information Security, Enterprise Architecture, Information Security..., PCI DSS, Security Audits, Governance, Security Architecture..., IPS, Information Security..., Security Policy, Checkpoint, VPN, Identity Management, Network Security, Consultancy, SIEM
Darren Hunt IACCM
Mechanical preconstruction manager
Construction
Education
Smiths wood comprehensive 1985 — 1990
IACCM
contract & commercial management program
CIBSE
Training for Low Carbon Consultant
The Open University
Mechanical Engineering
certifications
NACS gas qualifications
Experience
Air Cool Engineering Midlands Ltd. April 2014 - Present
Dodd Group Ltd. June 2013 - March 2014
CA Sothers June 2012 - June 2013
Skills
Commercial Management, Commissioning, Engineering, Building Services, Construction Management, Project Management, New Business Development, Management, Value Engineering, HVAC, Project Planning, Contract Management, Energy Efficiency, Construction, Negotiation
Darren Innes
Network Engineer
Computer Networking
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BSc) Open Degree, Cisco Certified Network Associate, Grade 2 PASS
The Open University 2012 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BSc) Open Degree, Microsoft Server Technologies, PASS
Hawkley Hall High School 1995 — 2000
GCSE, A-C
Experience
British Army April 2013 - Present
Skills
Military, Security, LAN-WAN, Microsoft Server..., PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, VLSM, TCP/IP, Project Management, Active Directory, Windows Server, Networking, Windows, IPv6, EIGRP, CCNA, FTP, PPPoE, VLAN, Time Management, OSPF, Microsoft Word, Communication, Compliance Management, ACLS, Servers, MSCA, Troubleshooting, MPLS Networking, Network Engineering, NAT, Mentoring, Leadership, Etherchannel, IPv4, Security Clearance, Cisco Technologies
Darren Jenkinson
Helping businesses make Digital and Content Marketing work for them.
Marketing and Advertising
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (Honours), Psychology
Experience
DigiEnable May 2012 - Present
Community Media Association April 2007 - April 2013
Prescap ltd (Preston Community Arts Project) July 2005 - March 2012
Radio Regen March 2000 - June 2005
Skills
Mentoring, Digital Media, Project Management, Leadership, Social Networking, Community Engagement, Radio, Management, Policy, Charities, Training Delivery, Training, Recruiting, Training Management, Digital Marketing, Broadcast, Social Entrepreneurship, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Content Marketing, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Volunteer Management
Darren Jenkinson
Community Involvement Officer at Prescap (PrestonFM)
Nonprofit Organization Management
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2015
Psychology
Experience
Prescap (PrestonFM) June 2005 - Present
Wythenshawe FM June 2002 - June 2005
Darren John Turton
Technical Practice Lead at Softcat Ltd
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BSc) (Honours), Computing and IT
University of Sunderland 1993 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts (BA) (Honours), Fine Art
St Benet Biscop R.C. High School 1987 — 1992
Experience
Softcat Ltd September 2013 - Present
QiC Systems Ltd November 2012 - September 2013
IT consultant Self Employed September 2012 - November 2012
React Innovative Solutions June 2012 - September 2012
THE HAYLING COLLEGE December 2002 - May 2012
Northumberland County Council September 2001 - December 2002
Dewsbury Civil Engineering Co Ltd March 2001 - September 2001
Your Move September 2000 - March 2001
Skills
VPN, DHCP, Strategy, SharePoint, VMware ESX, Cisco IOS, ITIL, Sonicwall, Group Policy, Microsoft SQL Server, MPLS, Active Directory, TCP/IP, Managed Services, Hyper-V, Server Administration, Microsoft Technologies, Citrix, Servers, Disaster Recovery, Checkpoint, Networking, Windows 7, XP, Firewalls, Powershell, VMware, Data Center, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Certified..., Blackberry Enterprise..., System Deployment, Infrastructure, Wireless Networking, Technical Support, Cloud Computing, CCNA, IIS, Network Administration, Microsoft Exchange, Hardware, Integration, Software Installation, System Administration, Windows Server, IT Management, Dell PowerEdge Servers, Virtualization, DNS
Darren Kilby
Head of Sales and Marketing at Gristwood and Toms | Arboricultural Contractor/Consultancy
Environmental Services
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Hons), Business Management
University of Hertfordshire 1995 — 1997
Literature
Experience
Gristwood and Toms July 2014 - Present
Ground Control October 2013 - June 2014
Ground Control February 2013 - October 2013
John O'Conner (GM) Ltd 2002 - February 2013
Leisure Connection Ltd 1998 - 2002
Skills
Bid Writing, Procurement, Commercial Management, Project Planning, Proposal Writing, Management, Contract Management, Bid Preparation, Customer Service, Sustainability, Training, Budgets, Public Sector, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Horticulture, Marketing Strategy, PQQs, Operations Management, New Business Development, Change Management, Negotiation, Bidding Process, Business Strategy, Key Account Management, Tender Management, Business Planning, Business Development, Strategy, Contract Negotiation
Darren Kirby
Regional Sales Manager at AES Controls
Construction
Education
Royal Latin School, Buckingham 1982 — 1986
The Open University 1998 — 2001
Professional Diploma in Management, MBA
Experience
AES Control Systems January 2013 - Present
Building Automation Solutions Limited July 2012 - January 2013
Schneider Electric July 2006 - June 2012
Johnson Controls July 2003 - July 2006
TAC (UK) Ltd July 1998 - July 2003
ABB July 1995 - July 1998
Alps Electric September 1986 - July 1995
Skills
Air Conditioning, PLC, Key Account Management, Building Services, HVAC Controls, Energy, Electrical Engineering, Variable Frequency..., Switchgear, Sales Management, Fire Alarm, HVAC, Heating, Energy Efficiency, Building Management..., Energy Conservation, Energy Management, Electricians, Account Management, Building Automation, Energy Audits, Automation, Renewable Energy
Darren Kirby
Project Manager at Sainsbury's
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University
NA, CCNA, Networking
Experience
Sainsbury's April 2015 - Present
Outsourcery July 2013 - April 2015
Outsourcery June 2012 - July 2013
AXIANS October 2008 - June 2012
Warwickshire county council June 2007 - October 2008
Conduce LTD February 2005 - June 2007
Foxford School January 2003 - February 2005
Skills
Structured Cabling, VPN, Project Planning, Project Management, Infrastructure, Exchange Migration, SharePoint, Troubleshooting, DNS, Telecommunications, VoIP, Switches, Service Delivery, Management, Virtualization, Information Technology, Microsoft Technologies, WAN, Cisco Technologies, Microsoft Exchange, Project Delivery, Windows Server, Software upgrades, Networking, Data Center, CRM, Program Management, Security, PRINCE2, Cloud Computing, IT Management, 3rd Party Liaison, ITIL, HP, Firewalls, Migration Projects, Software, Hyper-V, Active Directory, Managed Services, Technical Support, Citrix, Programme Delivery
Darren Lawton
Student at The Open University
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2015
Darren Liddle
Senior Production Engineer at Wintershall
Oil & Energy
Education
TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY 2004 — 2005
MBA, business management
The Open University 1996 — 2003
Earth Sciences, Geology
Experience
Wintershall November 2014 - Present
SBM Offshore July 2014 - October 2014
DNO Oman May 2011 - December 2013
RWE Dea AG February 2009 - April 2011
SUCO (RWE Dea) July 2007 - February 2009
RWE Dea UK 2006 - 2007
Gaz de France Britain Ltd 2001 - 2006
ConocoPhillips 2000 - 2001
Britannia Operator Ltd 1997 - 2000
Tioxide Uk Ltd 1988 - 1992
Skills
Project Management, Geology, Safety Management..., Inspection, Oil & Gas, Energy, Petrochemical, Oil/Gas, Pipelines, Earth Science, Energy Industry, Oilfield, Well Testing, Onshore, Completions, Reservoir Engineering, LNG, Pressure, Occupational Health, Commissioning, Petroleum Engineering, Projects, Risk Management, Petroleum, Construction, Gas, FPSO, Completion, Drilling, Facilities Management, Production Management, Reservoir Management, Oil & Gas Industry, FEED, HAZOP Study, Field Development, Subsea Engineering, HAZOP, Natural Gas, Offshore Drilling, Upstream
Darren Liddle
Housing Benefit Assessor
Government Administration
Education
The Open University 2014 — 2017
BSc Astronomy & Planetary Science
Experience
Northgate Information Solutions July 2015 - Present
Liberata August 2013 - July 2015
AFE 2012 - 2013
Skills
Accounting
Darren Lightfoot
Group IT Manager at Cooper & Turner Ltd
Renewables & Environment
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2013
Foundation Degree in ICT, Information Technology
The Open University 2007 — 2011
Diploma of Higher Education in Computing and IT Practice
Experience
Cooper & Turner Ltd February 2014 - Present
The Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Co. Ltd. July 2000 - January 2014
R & AG Crossland Ltd 1998 - 2000
Wagon Automotive PLC 1996 - 1998
Wagon Automotive PLC 1991 - 1996
Wagon Automotive PLC 1989 - 1991
Wagon Automotive PLC 1986 - 1989
Skills
EFACS, Software Installation, Firewalls, Project Management, OpSuite Retail..., EDI Applications, Security, Operating Systems, Microsoft Exchange, Infrastructure, Hardware, IT Management, ERP/MRP, VPN, System Administration, Management, Microsoft SQL Server, Technical Support, Microsoft Dynamics..., Management of SLA’s, Switches
Darren Lilley
Cloud Operations Engineer
Computer & Network Security
Education
The Open University 1989 — 2017
Computing
Plymouth University 1987 — 1989
HND, Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Experience
BroadSoft April 2015 - Present
LilleyPadFlorida January 2014 - Present
Ciptex December 2007 - April 2015
Spyder Computers Ltd September 2007 - October 2014
Startec Global Communications 2002 - 2005
Skills
VMware, SIP, Professional Services, Servers, DNS, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, MPLS, Avaya, Firewalls, Managed Services, Windows Server, Networking, Telephony, Routing, Mobile Devices, Telecommunications, Ethernet, Network Architecture, Wireless Networking, LAN-WAN, Data Center, IP, Active Directory, Unified Communications, Cisco Routers, VoIP, Network Design, Switches, Troubleshooting, VPN
Darren Lock
IT and Program Manager at BLD Group Ltd
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 2012 — 2017
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Computing
The Open University 1996 — 1998
HND, Computing, Pass
Purbeck School 1983 — 1988
A Level, Geology; GCSE; Maths, English, Politics, Physics, Geology, Sociology, Geography
Experience
Bikers Legal Defence October 2011 - Present
World Wide Leisure Group January 2003 - October 2011
South Coast Technical Services January 2001 - January 2003
Emcor Eastleigh February 2000 - January 2001
Bournemouth and Poole College February 1998 - February 2000
Bournemouth and Poole College February 1998 - February 2000
Poole Hospital March 1996 - February 1998
MOD January 1995 - March 1996
British Army 1991 - 1995
Skills
Team Leadership, Troubleshooting, Process Improvement, Change Management, Virtualization, Agile Methodologies, Disaster Recovery, VMware, Windows Server, Tableau, Vendor Management, Microsoft Technologies, ITIL, SQL 2008, Wireframes, SQL 2012, Business Continuity, Security, Business Analysis, Networking, Information Design, Hyperion Enterprise, Scrum, IT Strategy, Project Management, Microsoft Exchange
Darren Logan
Software Developer/Database Adminstrator
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2014 — 2017
Bachelor's Degree, IT, Computing and Business
Experience
Sports Leaders UK June 2011 - Present
Amtech Software May 2010 - July 2011
Phoenix (IT Infrastructure Services) May 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Website Development, .NET, VBScript, ASP, Visual Studio, Teamwork, XML, C#, CSS, Stored Procedures, Leadership, T-SQL, XHTML, Microsoft Office, HTML5, WordPress, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Microsoft SQL Server, Software Development, Public Speaking, Marketing, Team Building, Logo Design, Web Design, Social Media, SQL, VBA, Organizational..., Leadership Development, Management
Darren Long BEng IEng MIET
Property and Engineering Manager at Broadgate Estates
Facilities Services
Education
The Open University 2000 — 2009
BEng (Hons), Engineering, 2:1
HMS Sultan 2009 — 2009
HND, Marine Engineering
Highbury College 1997 — 1999
HNC, Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering
HMS Raleigh 1989 — 1989
Experience
Broadgate Estates November 2013 - Present
Norland Managed Services July 2012 - October 2013
Royal Navy September 2011 - July 2012
Royal Navy September 2010 - September 2011
Royal Navy December 2009 - September 2010
Royal Navy 2008 - 2009
HMS Dauntless 2007 - 2008
HMS Invincible 1993 - 1997
Skills
Maintenance Management, Ministry Of Defence, Military Operations, Propulsion, Maritime Operations, Maintenance & Repair, Risk Assessment, Systems Engineering, Power Generation, Air Compressors, Maritime, Marine Engineering, Procurement, Facilities Management, Refrigeration, Gas Turbines, MOD, Project Engineering, Commissioning, Nuclear, Hydraulics, Planned Preventative..., Navy, Energy Management, Steam, NEBOSH, Supervisory Skills, Pumps, Air Conditioning, Engineering, Command, Building Management..., Preventive Maintenance, Defence, Electrical, Factory, Ships, Military, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services, Fault Finding, Safety Management..., Security Clearance, Generators, Engineering Management, Electricians, Inspection, Boilers, HVAC
Darren Lovatt
Head of PMO at Manchester City Council
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 1998 — 2000
postgraduate, software engineering and project managemen
Experience
Manchester City Council June 2015 - Present
Lloyds Banking Group February 2015 - May 2015
Boots International November 2014 - January 2015
Lloyds Banking Group April 2013 - October 2014
Royal Bank of Scotland October 2011 - March 2013
Lloyds Banking Group November 2010 - September 2011
Northern Rock January 2010 - November 2010
Lloyds Banking Group General Insurance February 2010 - May 2010
Serco October 2009 - January 2010
Swiss Re November 2008 - October 2009
Skills
Management Consulting, Project Governance, Change Management, Process Improvement, Certified Project..., Governance, Program Management, Planning, Risk Management, Business Transformation, Business Process..., Benefits Realisation, Stakeholder Management, Consultancy, Portfolio Management, Project Planning, Project Delivery, Mentoring, PMO, Visio, MS Project, Project Portfolio..., Team Management, Business Requirements, Business Change..., Change Programmes, Project Implementation, Waterfall
Darren Luck
Operations Engineer at XInnovations Ltd Xray and digital imaging specialists.Student at Open University
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Education
The Open University 2014 — 2020
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Computing and IT
Naval School of Weapon Engineering,HMS Collingwood
Electrical Engineering
Royal Naval School of Weapons Engineering
GCSE's, Maths, English, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, CDT (technology) and English Literature
Experience
X-Innovations Ltd June 2013 - Present
BT February 2012 - April 2013
Royal Navy September 1988 - January 2012
Royal Navy July 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Windows 7, Help Desk Support, Hardware, Network Engineering, Networking, navy, Systems Engineering, Team Leadership, Windows 8, Windows Server, 2nd line support, Software Installation, X-ray digital imaging, Navy, Satellite Communications, Network Administration, Digital Imaging, Telecommunications, CCNA, 3rd Line Support, IT Hardware Support, Windows, Fault Finding, Maintenance & Repair, Video Conferencing, Cisco Technologies, Windows XP, Telecommunications..., Radar, XP, Electronics, MOD
Darren Mallinson
Senior Professional Services Engineer at Civica
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2005 — 2006
BSc (Honours) Computing and IT, Computer Science, Still Studying
The Open University 2005 — 2006
Certificate in Information Technology and Computing, Computer Science, Pass
Yeovil Technical College, Yeovil, Somerset 1988 — 1991
NVQ Diploma, Business Administration
Yeovil Technical College, Yeovil, Somerset 1988 — 1991
Certificate, Engineering
Somerset College of Arts & Technology, Taunton, Somerset 1988 — 1989
Westfield Community School 1983 — 1988
Maths, English, Physics, Biology, Technology, French and Design & Communication
Experience
Civica November 2011 - Present
ICT Support Ltd December 2003 - November 2011
Somerset County Council April 2004 - October 2011
IKON Office Solutions December 2003 - April 2004
Somerset County Council March 2002 - December 2003
Nixdorf Computer November 2003 - November 2003
Grant and Taylor Support Services December 2001 - January 2002
Orange Personal Communications Services Limited June 2001 - November 2001
Complete Computing October 2000 - May 2001
Schoolcare / Personal Computing July 1998 - October 2000
Skills
Backup Exec, Windows, Windows Server, Windows 7, Virtualization, IT Service Management, Citrix, Information Technology, DHCP, System Administration, ITIL, Hardware, Security, XP, VMware, Servers, Software Installation, Solaris, Operating Systems, TCP/IP, Infrastructure, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft SQL Server, Unix, Technical Support, Active Directory, Computer Hardware, DNS, Group Policy, Linux, SQL, System Deployment, Antivirus, Project Management, Networking, Laptops, Databases, Testing
Darren Marchant
Management Accountant/Finance Business Partner with strong business acumen, able to hit the ground running.
Accounting
Education
The Open University 2012 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration, Management and Operations
Experience
The National Association of Citizens Advice Bureaux February 2013 - June 2014
The Salvation Army Housing Association October 2008 - December 2012
Glenbrook Associates Ltd. October 2003 - September 2007
Skills
Strategy, Performance Management, Business Strategy, Personal Development, New Business Development, Stakeholder Management, Auditing, Change Management, Business Process..., Program Management, Accounting, Finance, Leadership Development, Training, Management Consulting, Coaching, Project Management, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Management, Operations Management, Budgets
Darren Marriott
Customer Service Representative at HSBC Retail Banking and Wealth Management
Sports
Education
The Open University 2008 — 2017
BSc, Psychology
Sheffield College 2011 — 2012
NCFE Level 3, Counselling Skills and Theory
Sheffield College 2011 — 2011
OCN Level 1, Counselling
Sheffield College 2011 — 2011
OCN Level 2, Counselling
Chesterfield College 1999 — 2001
GNVQ Level 3, Information Technology
Chesterfield College 1998 — 1999
GNVQ Level 2, Information Technology
Brookfield Community School 1993 — 1998
GCSE's, English, Maths, Science, Child Development, Food Technology, Art
Experience
HSBC Retail Banking and Wealth Management January 2015 - Present
Derbyshire County Council December 2013 - November 2014
Davys Sporting Club Ltd May 2006 - November 2013
The Peak Barn Food Company May 2009 - December 2009
Ventura February 2005 - August 2005
Service Team September 2003 - February 2005
Mecca Bingo Limited June 2001 - November 2002
Skills
Critical Analysis, Building Customer..., Administration, Quantitative, Organisational Skills, Listening Skills, Event Management, Team Leadership, Qualitative Research, Team Building, Training, Critical Thinking, Team Motivator, Customer Service, Rapport building, Report Writing, Outstanding Customer..., Self Empowerment, information technology, Self Awareness, Problem Solving
Darren Maycock
ICT & Transformation Manager at Craven District Council
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2011 — 2015
ICT & Computing Practice, Information Technology
Experience
Craven District Council August 2015 - Present
Broxtowe Borough Council May 2005 - August 2015
Ryder Plc April 1999 - March 2005
Ryder Integrated Logistics February 1994 - April 1999
Nuthall Lighting Ltd 1989 - 1994
Skills
Change Management, SDLC, Business Development, Business Process..., Business Intelligence, Business Transformation, Service Delivery, Management, PRINCE2, Integration, Business Analysis, Project Planning, Process Improvement, CPC National, ITIL Certified
Darren McBride
Technical Consultant at National Australia Group
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 1998 — 2003
BSc Hons, Computing Science & Information technology
Experience
Barclays Wealth and Investment Management March 2015 - Present
National Australia Group March 2014 - March 2015
Barclays Wealth and Investment Management June 2013 - February 2014
Barclays Wealth and Investment Management February 2012 - June 2013
William Grant & Sons Ltd September 2011 - February 2012
NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde July 2009 - September 2011
NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde April 2008 - July 2009
NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde July 2004 - April 2008
NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde July 2003 - July 2004
Skills
Windows 7, Altiris, Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows Server
Darren McGuire
Sales Manager at Premier financial recoveries
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2011
yes, Business
Swindon College 1993 — 1996
Law, Politics, Maths
Experience
Premier financial recoveries January 2010 - Present
APS Mortgages September 2001 - May 2006