Jeff Barr
Operations, Facilities, and Safety Professional Transitioning into Music Industry
About
Highly organised and reliable professional with extensive experience in operations, facilities, and safety management, now transitioning into the music industry. I bring strong coordination, risk management, and communication skills developed in fast-paced working environments, alongside a genuine passion for music production and live events. With a background in Music Technology and hands-on experience creating electronic music, I am eager to contribute to venue operations, live events, or production teams artist management and record labels.
Experience
Health & Safety / Facilities Assistant - National Oceanography Centre
(2019-02)
Supported the safe and efficient operation of a large, multi-use site with high daily footfall
- Conducted regular safety and operational checks to ensure compliance in active working environments
- Managed risk assessments (RAMS, COSHH) for a variety of on-site activities
- Delivered training and inductions to new staff, ensuring understanding of procedures and safety standards
- Produced incident reports and contributed to continuous improvement of workplace safety
- Coordinated with multiple teams to resolve operational issues quickly and effectively
- Assisted in planning and maintaining compliance for audits and regulatory standards
- Played a key role in fire safety procedures, emergency readiness, and site-wide communication
Facilities Assistant - Grant Thornton / Engie
(2012-11 - 2019-02)
- Prepared and managed meeting and event spaces to meet client requirements
- Supported internal events by ensuring rooms were fully equipped and operational
- Managed logistics including deliveries, stock control, and equipment setup
- Assisted with office moves and workspace reconfigurations
- Carried out maintenance checks and supported building operations
Temporary Technical Drawer - Brodex
(2012-07 - 2012-07)
- Created schematic drawings from engineer plans using Microsoft Visio
- Supported technical documentation used for risk assessment and planning
- Consistently exceeded productivity targets
Administrative & Support Roles - Various
Experience in administration, logistics, data handling, and coordination
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Education
BTEC National Diploma - Music Technology - Liverpool Community College
NVQ Level 2 - Administration
Levels 1 & 2 - IT, Literacy & Numeracy