Donald Drimmie

Senior Operations, Security and People Manager with over 30 years' experience across custodial services and the British Army, including leadership at Warrant Officer level and extensive responsibility for people, security, facilities, compliance and operational delivery. Experienced in leading and developing teams of up to 300 personnel, managing high-pressure incidents, implementing policies and procedures, maintaining safe and secure environments, and developing staff performance. Calm, decisive and adaptable, with strong experience in risk management, safeguarding, health & safety, recruitment, employee relations, stakeholder engagement and operational planning.

Now seeking a senior operational, security, facilities, risk or service-delivery position in Liverpool/Merseyside.

Prison Custody Officer at HMP Altcourse (2018-01 – Present)

• Maintain safe, secure and lawful custody of adult and young offenders, balancing security, welfare and rehabilitation requirements.
• Act as first responder to incidents, making rapid decisions under pressure and working collaboratively to restore safety and control.
• Conduct security checks, searches, patrols, escorts and visits while maintaining accurate records and compliance with national and local policies.
• Support vulnerable prisoners and contribute to safeguarding, anti-bullying, suicide prevention and rehabilitation activity.
• Build effective professional relationships with healthcare, social care and other specialist teams and provide clear reports for management and quality assurance.

Warrant Officer Class 2 / Retention WO2 at British Army (2015-01 – 2018-12)

• Department head with responsibility for workforce planning, personnel administration and the inflow/outflow of newly trained soldiers.
• Supported and developed a population of 300+ personnel, providing leadership, welfare, mentoring, problem solving and disciplinary management.
• Managed recruitment steering activity, shared best practice and worked with senior military leadership to improve workforce outcomes.
• Building custodian responsible for health & safety, fire safety, security, equipment, maintenance and policy compliance.
• Organised large-scale visits, divisional events and capability briefings while maintaining high standards of planning and delivery.

Senior Recruiting Consultant at British Army (2012-01 – 2015-12)

• Led a team of 12 and managed recruitment campaigns, selection events, open days, outreach activity and school presentations.
• Managed a £20,000 operational budget, ensuring expenditure was controlled and aligned with recruitment priorities.
• Managed applicant screening, interviews, eligibility checks, security clearance documentation, medical processes and onboarding.
• Responsible for building maintenance, contractors, health & safety, fire safety and security.

Recruiting Sergeant at British Army (2006-01 – 2012-12)

• Led outreach activity and delivered professional presentations and engagement events to schools, communities and the public.
• Planned and delivered recruitment selection days and weekends, coordinating people, equipment, logistics and security.
• Promoted a high-performance team culture while ensuring safe and professional delivery of public-facing activity.

Storekeeper & Accountant / Logistics Specialist at British Army (2004-01 – 2006-12)

• Managed supply requirements, stock accountability and movement of weapons, ammunition, equipment, clothing and rations.
• Second-in-command within the department, supporting operational planning, accountability and logistics delivery.
• Maintained strict control of sensitive equipment and ensured accurate records throughout deployments and routine operations.

Recruiting Corporal at British Army (1999-01 – 2004-12)

• Managed recruitment activity and a small team, supporting candidates through the process and maintaining continuity during senior recruiter absence.
• Supported building maintenance, health & safety, security procedures and contractor access.

Regimental Police Corporal / Detention NCO at British Army (1996-01 – 1999-12)

• Supported the safe and secure running of a detention facility, with responsibility for detainee welfare, security, health & safety, vehicle access, weapons and ammunition controls.

Team Second-in-Command / Team Member at British Army (1991-01 – 1996-12)

• Progressed into team leadership, supporting training, administration, personnel development and the day-to-day management of teams.