Ben Carter
Seeking to transition into a Project Support Officer or Project Coordinator role
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About
A disciplined and highly organised professional with six years of leadership experience in the British Army, holding PRINCE2 Foundation, a Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership, and an Advanced Microsoft Excel Course. Experienced in coordinating people, planning activities, managing resources, maintaining accurate documentation and delivering objectives in demanding environments. Currently working as a Personal Trainer, where I manage client programmes, schedules and progress while delivering excellent customer service.
Seeking to transition into a Project Support Officer or Project Coordinator role where I can apply my leadership, planning, organisation and stakeholder management skills while developing a long-term career in project management.
Experience
Personal Trainer - Self-Employed
(2024-07)
- Plan and coordinate tailored client programmes to meet agreed goals and timescales.
- Manage multiple appointments, schedules and client records.
- Review progress, adapt plans and communicate effectively with clients.
- Maintain accurate documentation and deliver excellent customer service.
British Army – 16 Regiment Royal Artillery
(2019-03 - 2025-03)
- Led and mentored teams of up to 8 soldiers, ensuring they understood their roles, responsibilities and performance expectations while maintaining high performance.
- Planned and allocated tasks, monitored progress and provided guidance to ensure objectives were achieved safely and on time.
- Delivered on-the-job coaching and training to develop the skills and confidence of new personnel.
- Contributed to a specialist project during deployment to Poland, supporting the investigation and resolution of faults affecting an operational radar system.
- Coordinated with technical specialists and team members to help restore operational capability while working to strict deadlines.
- Managed equipment and assets valued at approximately £1 million, ensuring accountability, compliance and operational readiness.
- Prepared reports and maintained accurate operational documentation.
- Communicated effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities while maintaining performance under pressure.
