Keith Vinsn

Experienced steel industry operative with 20+ years in heavy industrial and warehouse environments. Skilled in overhead crane, forklift and loading operations, with a strong focus on safety, efficiency and teamwork. Adaptable, reliable and quick to learn, with first aid training and good IT skills for reporting and communication.

Warehouse Operative at Barrett Steel (BCD Tubes) (2025-03 – Present)

• Operate overhead cranes and forklift trucks to load and unload steel products safely
• Sort, organise and prepare steel stock for distribution
• Pick and stage customer orders in a fast-paced warehouse environment

Multifunctional Operative at British Steel (2022-07 – 2024-12)

• Operated overhead cranes to unload iron ore and coal from vessels
• Drove loading shovel and other plant equipment to move raw materials efficiently
• Worked 12-hour day and night shifts in a safety-critical environment

Team Member (Production Operative) at British Steel (2010-06 – 2022-07)

• Worked in Coke Ovens operations within a high-risk industrial environment
• Operated specialised machinery handling hazardous materials and gases
• Acted as shift controller, coordinating schedules and maintenance activity
• Monitored operations and reported faults and safety concerns

GCSEs – Frederick Gough School