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CHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO - Fiona Jackson Career Coach2025-06-0522 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear With JobOppo- Two Sides Of A Coaching RelationshipIf you have not considered coaching as part of your transition planning or career development, this is a conversation that will shed light on how it can be valuable to you.Workplace ‘Coaching’ in the Military is a bit misleading and not personal coaching in its real form. Understand the difference between‘Coaching’ and ‘Mentoring’ and why working with a Coach will draw out of you what you really should be doing next, in your career.Adam Macmillan-Scott is a Veteran with his own Coaching Practice www.jointhedotscoaching.com Rob Allen is an Army Veteran who worked with A...2023-11-2934 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear With JobOppo (TopOppO) Charles McKinney brings opportunity to help others.A Veteran of US Naval Service putting down roots in the UK, Charles McKinney is a recently retired Navy Aviator, who has continued his ‘Service’ by sharing his experience and opportunities for the benefit of the network. Charles explains his decision to settle in the UK, how he has approached the transition planning and we outline the opportunity for Veterans to access a ‘free of charge’ software licence for Project Management. Helping others and willing to give back, sets Charles apart as a TopOppO.The opportunity PRODACTIVE SMARTSHEET FOR ARMED FORCES LEAVERS This month, Proda...2023-11-1734 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOEmployment Partner Podcast - Cats ProtectionCats Protection special Employment Partner Podcast, featuring Peter Shergold Head of Field Operations and Jim Newman Safety, Health & Environment Officer, both Army Veterans now working at Cats Protection.Here what they have to say about the move from the Army into their roles and why it’s a great place to be a Veteran and achieve a great work/life balance.2023-11-1517 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO - TopOppO Mark Lumsden 'Wannabe a Wallaby?'We talk about the challenges and upheavals of leaving the military and relocating the family to a new area. in this TopOppO episode we talk to Mark Lumsden, who decided to make the move overseas. Following a varied 25-year Army career, moved into a role (to fill the gap while waiting for his 'ticket') with the Prince's Trust in connection with Help for Heroes and then moved to Australia, a full15 month waiting process. His reflections, learning and experience to help others with their own transition are invaluable (and if needed help relocating to Australia, with his own...2023-07-2242 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO TopOppO Joseph Paul - We share more than a languageJo Paul is a US Army Veteran and faced a double challenge when faced with his transition. He relocated from Germany to the UK with his British wife and lost the security of employment opportunities within the USA Federal system. He found difficulty in getting any preference at the local USAF bases in the Suffolk area and without a ready-made network had to find his feet, fast!Jo has dealt with relocation and transition well and no aims to help others by sharing his story and being part of the JobOppo Mentoring Plan.He is a...2023-05-2439 min
NAAFI BreakNAAFI Break with Roger Green - Standing up for othersIt is always invigorating to hear the stories of second career success, but even more so when that person not only transitions well, but then ‘gives back’ to help the ne t generation of Service Leavers.Roger Green is a man with an infectious energy and enthusiasm to share his experiences and help others, a trait which can be traced back to his early military training days, as the older cadet.The detail and planning Roger went to when planning his transition is a great example of using your military training and skills to great effect....2023-04-0943 min
CHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppo TopOppO Mark Moseley2023-03-2839 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOJobOppO Employment Partner Tidal TrainingListen to Colin Frensham Founder and MD of Tidal Training, who provide Healthcare Training about the culture and support for Veterans and Service Leavers in his organisation.A great Veteran owned organisation. 2023-03-1714 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOValue Vault Partners Asset Wisdom Education with June LancasterJobOppo have partnered with AWE to provide qualifications in the FM Sector. Asset Management qualification will be free to OppOs you only have to pay the £50 exam fee.2023-02-2012 minNAAFI BreakNAAFI BREAK- 100 lessons shared, 100 experiences of the Transition from Military to VeteranIt seems like a milestone to reflect on and summarise what has been shared on the NAAFI Break podcast so far.The original aim was to shine a light on the transition from the Military into a successful second career, this still remains the purpose. The guests and topics covered, have taken me to uncover some fantastic insights and life stories, that highlight the impact on the person, their families and showcase the incredible skills and traits our Service Leavers and Veterans have.I also signpost new listeners to past episodes and themes that stand out...2022-11-2024 minNAAFI BreakNAAFI Break - Johnny Mercer Remembrance Week SpecialA share from my other podcast Changing Gear with JobOppO and my day job. This episode encapsulates the continued Service that we feel and why it’s important to the Veteran and Service Leavers Community.Honest, raw and insightful Johnny Mercer is an great advocate for the Veterans and Service Leavers cause.2022-11-1029 min
CHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO- Trish Mullen ‘Like a Jack Russell’In this episode, I talk to another 'TopOppO' an Army Veteran who served in the Royal Signals & Intelligence Corps, Trish Mullen. An ever-present on Linkedin, with expertise and insights to help our Service Leaver & Veteran Community. I would go so far as to call her LinkedIn 'Royalty'.We discussed her development in the Army, her plans on leaving, and the realisation that her previous bosses were not far wrong when they nicknamed her the Jack Russell!Tenacious, inquisitive, and resilient, are all good transferable skills!Listen, comment, and share with anyone in the p...2022-10-2738 min
CHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO- Johnny Mercer ‘One of Us’Johnny Mercer is the 'poster boy' for championing Veteran causes and holding the Government accountable on the promises they made. He is the MP for Plymouth, a former Royal Artillery Officer who joined the Army after a unique childhood upbringing and who left to answer a calling and lead the charge to improve the future treatment of Veterans in the UK. He is committed to 'us' and to make the UK the best country in the world to be a Veteran.Honest, authentic and insightful I spoke to him on 14th October after his sacking by Liz...2022-10-2729 min
CHANGING GEAR with JobOppODavid Richmond-Keynote Speaker at the JobOppO Networking & Employment Event Leeds 3rd NovemberI talk to David Richmond, Independent Veterans Advisor to UK Government Ministers about the challenges facing Veterans, the support ‘Eco System’ and the Employer perceptions of our Community.David will be speaking at our event and we look forward to following on the discussion.2022-10-2421 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO ‘TopOppO’ Will Hairsine - ‘Only one of us looked a wally!’In this episode of the 'Changing Gear with JobOppO' series we speak to TopOppO Will Hairsine, Royal Navy Veteran about shaping the narrative during his military career and since leaving.He is a regular contributor to Linkedin discussions, around recognising your value, finding a new purpose and identifying 'right fit' with an organisation after service. He is a eloquent advocate for Veterans.He is now a Management Consultant with KPMG and a Charity Trustee for the Sailors' Children's Society.2022-10-2037 min
CHANGING GEAR with JobOppOBFBS Radio interview with Garrath Williams - Networking and Employment Event previewGarrath Williams Director of Veteran Engagement and Development outlines the Leeds Networking and Employment event on 3rd November 2022-10-1903 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO Client Podcast CBRE Data Centre SolutionsWe talk to Veterns within CBRE Data Centres about their personal lived experience of ‘Changing Gear’ as well as their roles, the culture and opportunities within the organisation.Featuring Mickey Rooney Global Operations DirectorEd Peters Enterprise Accounts Alliance DirectorLee Heggan Business Development Director 2022-10-0732 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO - TopOppO Craig MurneyOn this episode of the Changing Gear podcast I talk to Craig Murney, former Royal Signals Army Veteran and now Programme Manager in the IT Sector. He shares his experience of translating the Military to Civilian language and the value in researching the company you want to work for, by utilising your networking and matching your CV to their needs.Craig is actively helping Service Leavers and Veterans to communicate their abilities to potential Employers.Another Top OppO, Veterans helping Veterans.2022-10-0535 minNAAFI BreakNAAFI Break with Kris Milne- More than just a CorporalI often get asked about my day job and what the connection is to NAAFI a break. Well it’s hard to separate in some ways, as the goal of the NAAFI Break was to shine a light on positive lived experience of the military to Veteran transition and at JobOppO we are always trying to bring the lived experience of Veterans in the ‘Changing Gear’ to our OppOs. We talk to those who have successfully managed themselves and others in the 'Changing Gear' and explore the issues that arise and how to negotiate them.So this episod...2022-09-2540 min
CHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO- Top OppO Stuart Miller Employability GuruTopOppO Stuart Miller joins me on the Changing Gear with JobOppO Podcast to share his personal lived experience and what led him to move into Employability mentoring and coaching post Army career.Royal Engineers Veteran Stu Miller has a wealth of experience supporting Veterans and Service Leavers with their employability challenges and, as well as assisting JobOppO in other ways, Stu quickly volunteered his time to deliver our AfghanOppO programme. There are some great nuggets of wisdom and real lived experience captured in this conversation that will benefit the JobOppO community. 2022-09-2035 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO- AGCO Agriculture InsightsRichard Charles from AGCO Corporation joins Community Manager Dominic O’Sullivan to discuss the AGCO Insight day for Service Leavers And Veterans on 16th September and the opportunities for Service Leavers to enter the Mechanical Manufacturing network within the Agriculture & Land Sector An invitation to visit the AGCO HQ and the AGCO Academy Training Centre.In partnership with AGCO Ltd, Forces Farming are pleased to invite armed forces personnel and veterans to ‘Discover AGCO’ on September 16th, 2022 at AGCO Ltd, Abbey Park, Stoneleigh, Kenilworth, CV8 2TQ, UK. This insight day acts as the first step in exploring agricul...2022-09-1219 min
CHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO Kris Milne - More than just a CorporalAt JobOppO we are always trying to bring the lived experience of Veterans in the ‘Changing Gear’ to our OppOs. We talk to those who have successfully managed themselves and others in the 'Changing Gear' and explore the issues that arise and how to negotiate them.This episode we speak to Kris Milne, Australian Army Veteran and champion of Veteran causes, throughout his post military career and about changing the perception of 'being just a Corporal' by the individual themselves and Employers.A great conversation, thought provoking, honest and insightful.You can find this...2022-09-0839 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppo Employment Partner - Agena GroupOn this Employment Partners episode of the Changing Gear podcast we speak to Kirsty Sloan and Army Veteran Jamie’s Gordon about the organisation and the fit for Service Leavers and Veterans 2022-08-2420 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppo Employment Partner- Astraea Academy TrustThis episode highlights the opportunities to work in support roles with a Primary and Secondary School Environment.We talk to Kelly Kirk, Talent and Development Manager and Army Veteran, now Chief Operating Officer Jonathan Timmis about the organisation, it’s mission and it’s culture.2022-08-2413 min
CHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppo and Delaina Morse - We share a language and a lot more!This episode of the Changing Gear podcast features Delaina Morse, a vocal Advocate for Veterans and Service Leavers into Employment. We consider the similarities between the USA and UK, related to the Changing Gear from Military to civilian employment.2022-08-2434 min
CHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppo - Farm-Able CIC. Penny Connorton Social Farming AdvisorThe JobOppo Changing Gear podcast talks with Penny Connorton about opening the ‘gate’ for Veterans and Service Leavers to get into the Land sector. Hear from Penny about her ‘Why’ and ‘How’ she hopes to create opportunities for our Community.2022-08-0919 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppo- Chris Shaw The Scottish Ginger Kid and founder of Gen DitIn this episode of the Changing Gear podcast we meet Chris Shaw, who describes himself as the Scottish Ginger kid. A former Royal Marine and founder of the Gen Dit Network on LinkedIn, which has become a beast and bit of a phenomena in very short space of time.We discuss the power of a network in supporting our Service Leavers and Veterans and what works and what doesn’t with current Career Transition .JobOppo is always willing to work with people and organisations that share values and purpose to support our Service Leaver and Vet...2022-08-0240 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOClient Podcast - Farnborough Technical CollegeWe speak to Scott Hutton , Royal Navy Veteran, about the journey into Further Education and what to expect. He also explains the longer term advantage of a career in FE.2022-07-2710 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOClient Podcast with Institute of Occupational MedicineHear from Michelle Reid People and Operations Director and RAF Veteran Matthew Williams Operations Team Leader about the company and the opportunities, culture and work of IOM2022-07-2027 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOClient Podcast with Pinnacle GroupWe speak to Sarah Andrew’s Regional Manager with Pinnacle Searvice Families and the new Armed Forces Accommodation contract and the opportunities for Service Leavers and Veterans.2022-07-1211 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOClient Podcast with Rich’s Products UKClient podcast with Rich’s Products UK.Hear from Veterans Luke Swaffield and John Hughes about working with Rich’s and the move from the Military.2022-07-1223 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppo- Construction Sector Champion Peter BoaseIn this Sector Champion episode I talk to Peter Boase about taking an opportunity overseas and the challenge of returning to the UK Construction Sector.Some great honest insights and shared experiences for OPPOS to use in their consideration for Changing Gear 2022-06-1529 min
NAAFI BreakNAAFI Break with Scottys Little Soldiers - 2000 miles 100000 feet of climbing 12 daysAs it’s. such a big part of the journey I have been on since 2012, this bonus episode highlights the challenge I have set myself over the next 12 days. More important than the ‘What’ is the ‘Why’.Chair of Trustees for Scottys Little Soldiers Jason Worthy steps in as host to discuss this challenge, the work of Scottys and what difference we can make to the bereaved children of our British Forces.Please follow the ride on the link and you will find a link to donate too!www.joboppo.co.uk/sullyrideT...2022-06-1126 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOJobOppo Client Podcast - CarallonWe talk to Sara Dolby and Andy from Carallon, Engineering specialistists in the Live Event & Media field.2022-06-0730 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO - Louisa Clarke “More women should look at FM as a career”My guest on Changing Gear is Louisa Clarke MD of the Churchill Group and RAF Veteran. We discuss the FM Sector and the compatibility for Service Leavers in the roles and opportunities available.Louisa is living proof that rank is no determination of future career success outside the Military and that, "if I can, you can’!’Insights and reflection on her development in the RAF and Changing Gear successfully.2022-06-0127 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOClient Podcast Finsbury Food GroupInsights and opportunities within Finsbury Food Group, with Simon Staddon, Lucy Wills and Fintan Jordan (RAF Veteran)2022-05-2329 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppo Employment Partners Carrs BillingtonWe speak to John Gillies Transport Training & Compliance Officer at Carr’s Billington about Changing Gear from the Military to Civilian workplace and about the company, it’s culture and opportunities.2022-05-2032 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppo- Client Podcast BuildspaceWe speak to our Employment Partners Buildspace about the role in Construction Recruitment.Featuring Directors Dominic Coyne and Tony Ward2022-05-2013 min
CHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO- Rugby for Heroes Transition through RugbyIn this episode of Changing Gear with JobOppO we talk to Ryan Lamb, former Professional Rugby player and Lee Cole, Army Veteran about the work of the Rugby for Heroes Charity with its Transition Through Rugby programme. A programme that allows Serving Military to access Rugby Coaching qualifications during their Changing Gear.We are proud that Rugby for Heroes are a JobOppO Sector Partner.www.rugbyforheroes.org.ukRugby for Heroes works with the rugby community to raise funds and awareness for military personnel who are making the transition to civilian life. We...2022-04-2629 min
CHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO Employment Partner Compass2022-04-2639 min
CHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppO- Energy and Resources Sector Champion Dom BartonSeries 2 of our JobOppO Podcast kicks off with a deeper dive into the Energy and Resources Sector with our Sector Champion Dom Barton chatting to Host of ‘Changing Gear with JobOppO’ Dominic O’Sullivan.You can access all podcast episodes on the JobOppO website www.joboppo.co.uk Have you joined our exclusive Community yet? Download the App and register at www.joboppo.co.uk/joboppo-house.For anyone who has worn a uniform to connect with Service Leavers and Veterans, to find Employment opportunities, or to send the elevator back down and give back to...2022-04-1136 min
CHANGING GEAR with JobOppOChanging Gear with JobOppOSeries 2 of our JobOppO Podcast hosted by Dominic O’Sullivan Community Manager, shines a light on the ‘Changing Gear’ from the Military into a second career. We shine a light on the sectors that work best for our Service Leavers and Veteran Community.Changing Gear speaks to Employers, Sector Champions and Partners to provide insight, information and OppOs who share personal experience to help you find THE job, not just a job.Our JobOppO Community is available via the JobOppO House App, to anyone who has served or is serving.You can access...2022-04-1107 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppONAAFI Break with JobOppo and This Week in FM - Veterans into FM Networking EventBonus episode from the Old Trafford event on 10th March, featuring Brian Rogers McArthur Business SolutionsLouise Clarke Churchill GroupJohn Cottrel Service LeaverDaisy Michelin - Head of Digital Engagement at This Week in FMIf you want to find out more about the FM Sector head over to JobOppo House Community and join the FM Group.2022-03-1125 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOA NAAFI Break with JobOppo- Hospitality and RetailThis episode highlights Hospitality & Retail as a sector with opportunities for our Veteran and Service Leavers Community.We hear from the CEO of UK Hospitality Kate Nicholls on the current and future opportunities in this post Covid landscape.Martin Longden is a former RAF PTI, who after a combined service of over 30 years with the RAF and Police, sought to set up his business and has made KARUTA Sportswear and thriving brand in and around the South West.Harry Lomas is a former Director Food Services for the British Army and after several prestigious...2022-03-0456 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOA NAAFI Break with JobOppo- IT, TECH & CYBERIn this episode of A NAAFI Break with JobOppO we focus on the IT, TECH & Cyber Sector, with contribution across the range of opportunities presented by these segments of the market.We hear from Ben Edwards, currently working for a Global Media organisation, Ross Baker Global Security Programme Manager at Dentsu International and Dean Gray , who works globally as a Contracting IT Project Manager.2022-02-0900 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppONAAFI Break with JobOppo- Employment Partner Clear ChannelA special podcast episode featuring a new JobOppo Employment Partner We speak to Will Ramage and Richard Bon Co Managing Directors at Clear Channel.2022-01-2618 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOA NAAFI Break with JobOppo - DefenceIn this episode of A NAAFI Break With JobOppo we shine a light on the Defence Sector.We hear insights from 2 former members of the British Army , first Graham Anderson Training Analyst at Cubic Corporation and Richard Bullock Business Development Manager at 4C Strategies 2022-01-2631 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppONAAFI Break with JobOppo Client focus - Clean Events ServicesI’m your host Dominic OSullivan and in this special client episode we scratch beneath the job description and speak to the team at Clean Events about the opportunities available within a Veteran friendly Employer.2022-01-1917 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOA NAAFI Break with JobOppO - focus on LogisticsThis episode of the NAAFI Break with JobOppO highlights the personal journey into Logistics as well as talking to organizations who work with our Veteran community to provide employment opportunities.We speak to Nicola Dickson - Amazon about her personal journey and experience after leaving the Royal Navy Martin Turner - AsdaTechnical Training Manager on having Veterans in the Asda workforceDarren Wright Veterans into Logistics founder a Not for Profit organisation supporting ex-military personnel into the Logistics Industry Steve Eden - Driver with Asda about his pathway and emp...2022-01-1240 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOA NAAFI Break with JobOppO - Sector focus on Energy & resourcesWe continue to focus on the sectors that serve our Veterans and Service leavers best, this time we look at Energy & Resources.As the world tries to look to move away from fossil fuels and harness new forms of energy, there are numerous technologies and opportunities rising from the sector.We speak to Veterans who are inside the sector:Dom Barton - Operations Director Metropolitan at BU-UK Infrastructure discussing the Domestic Energy landscapeDan Wilkinson - Recruitment and Championing of Veterans into the energy sector with his role in Pennine Energy ResourcesDave...2021-12-221h 00CHANGING GEAR with JobOppONAAFI Break with JobOppo Conversation with Lee Rider Rifles Security SolutionsThis exclusive episode, highlights a new JobOppo Client Rifles Security Solutions as we speak to Veteran Owner Lee Rider. RSS is a bit different, so hear about how Lee has managed his own transition and how his company combines unique security solutions with giving back to the Veteran Community.You can find RSS Jobs on the JobOppo website and information in JobOppo House our Veteran Community . Register here http://community.joboppo.co.uk/download 2021-12-1522 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOA NAAFI Break with JobOppo- Activity Fitness and Health SectorThis episode of the NAAFI Break with JobOppo focusses on the Activity Health and Fitness sectors, with Veterans who entered and thrived in those areas.Tracy Roberts - 17 years in Trainer Roles & Management for International BrandsMike Evans - Trainer, Leisure Management & Senior Operations Management around the WorldJonty Castle - Experience in the Sports world, both Rugby and Football, currently Chief Revenue Officer at Blackpool FC.2021-12-0855 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOA NAAFI Break with JobOppo - 3rd SectorThis episode of our sector specific NAAFI Break With JobOppo features guests from the the 3rd Sector, which is defined as Social activity undertaken by non-governmental and not for profit organisations.We meet Heropreneurs Trustee Stuart NicolChallenger Operations Co-founder Richard SharpDougie Brown - after 30+ years as an Infantry Officer he moved into the sector and has spent 8 years across several charities.A diverse wealth of knowledge and experience in this NAAFI Break With JobOppo.2021-11-2443 minNAAFI BreakNAAFI Break in collaboration with JobOppO - Construction Sector focusSince the start of the NAAFI Break podcast,my aim was always to highlight success in the transition process from the military. My experience has brought me into contact with some amazing people with inspiring and uplifting stories. During the process of finding and unearthing the stories, I was introduced to Garrath Williams (Season 2 Episode9) and as a result, a collaboration was formed to produce sector specific podcasts, with the goal of changing the narrative around Veteran employment and highlighting sectors that welcome and value our Service Leavers and Veteran community.These JobOppO episodes are now available on...2021-11-171h 01NAAFI BreakA NAAFI Break with JobOppO - Sector focus on SecuritySince the start of the NAAFI Break podcast,the aim was always to highlight success in the transition process from the military. My experience has brought me into contact with some amazing people with inspiring and uplifting stories. During the process of finding and unearthing the stories, I was introduced to Garrath Williams (Season 2 Episode9) and as a result, a collaboration was formed to produce sector specific podcasts with JobOppO www.joboppo.co.uk, with the goal of changing the narrative around Veteran employment and highlighting sectors that welcome and value our Service Leavers and Veteran community.A...2021-11-1754 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOA NAAFI Break with JobOppo - Manufacturing SectorThe NAAFI Break with JobOppo delves into the world of Manufacturing, as we talk to those inside the sector about why Service Leavers and Veterans are in demand. They provide insight, understanding and a clear picture of the opportunities and pathways that exist.Featuring:Dean Rowlands Factory Manager for CituSteve Lee’s - JAGUAR LANDROVER Armed Forces Programme Manager at Mission MotorsportMichael Love - Global Manufacturing and Operations Director Teconnex2021-11-1056 minNAAFI BreakThisWeekinFM and JobOppo- Veterans into FM EventFollowing the recent event held at the Churchill War Rooms, Veterans into FM hosted by ThisWeekinFM and JobOppo, we speak to the speakers and businesses who attended on their perspective on why Veterans and Service leavers are in demand in the FM sector.Featuring:Dave Mapps ThisWeekinFM Andy Reid ex- Duke of Wellington Regiment Mark Moseley PestGone Environmental LtdFrankie Collins Talent Acquisition Partner CBRE2021-11-0209 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOThisWeekinFM & JobOppo - Veterans into FM EventFollowing the recent event held at the Churchill War Rooms, Veterans into FM hosted by ThisWeekinFM and JobOppo, we speak to the speakers and businesses who attended on their perspective on why Veterans and Service leavers are in demand in the FM sector.Featuring:Dave Mapps ThisWeekinFM Andy Reid ex- Duke of Wellington Regiment Mark Moseley PestGone Environmental LtdFrankie Collins Talent Acquisition Partner CBRE2021-11-0209 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOA NAAFI break with JobOppo Sector focus - Agriculture and LandIn this episode we talk to Jeremy Gibbs, founder of Forces Farming, who has over 20 years of experience, to provide an overview of the sector. We discuss the High Ground charity that helps Veterans and Service leavers gain awareness and experience of the sector and we meet soon to leave the Army and take up an Assistant Farm Management role, Brodie Watson.2021-10-271h 00CHANGING GEAR with JobOppONAAFI Break with JobOppo - Security Sector featuring Rick Mounfield & David James-RollA NAAFI Break with JobOppo is a Series of podcasts that shines a light on the Sectors that value our Service Leavers and Veterans. We look at the Sector as a whole and chart the personal journey of those who chose a career in the Sector.Today we meet Rick Mounfield CEO of The Security Institute and David James-Roll Security Risk & Crisis Management Director 2021-10-1354 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppOJobOppO - Networking is a skill that needs practiceYour first Networking event can be uncomfortable, I talk to Garrath Williams, Director of Veteran Engagement and Development at JobOppo, on how to make it a success!Worth a listen in preparation for the upcoming Ex-Military - A Journey into FM event on 28th October 2021 at The Churchill War Rooms in partnership with This Week in FM. Register at www.joboppo.co.uk2021-10-1104 minCHANGING GEAR with JobOppONAAFI break with JobOppo - A future in ConstructionIn this episode of NAAFI Break with JobOppo we delve into all things Construction with some fantastic guests, who bring real lived experience of the Construction sector.Angela Forbes Buildforce CEOSanju Varkey Site Manager Balfour BeattyPeter Boase Senior Project Manager Al Farwaniya Property Developmentswww.buildforce.comwww.balfourbeatty.comwww.alfarwarniya.comwww.joboppo .co.uk2021-09-291h 01CHANGING GEAR with JobOppONAAFI break with JobOppo- Facilities Management Sector featuring Dave Mapps & Ray CooksleyThe first in a series of Sector focussed episodes of ‘A NAAFI Break with JobOppo’, where we highlight a Sector and give insights for Service Leavers and Veterans to help them find ‘The Job’ not just a job!Hosted by former RAF PTI and Veteran, Dominic O’Sullivan with Garrath Williams, Director of Veteran Engagement at JobOppo This first episode brings Sector overview from Dave Mapps Client Relationship Manager at ThisWeekinFM, who are the Leading News & Information Service for the Facilities Workplace & Built Environment and the personal journey of Ray Cooksley, who left the Army and entered ISS a World-L...2021-09-1555 min
NAAFI BreakNAAFI break with JobOppo- Facilities Management Sector featuring Dave Mapps & Ray CooksleyThe first in a series of Sector focussed episodes of ‘A NAAFI Break with JobOppo’, where we highlight a Sector and give insights for Service Leavers and Veterans to help them find ‘The Job’ not just a job!Hosted by former RAF PTI and Veteran, Dominic O’Sullivan with Garrath Williams, Director of Veteran Engagement at JobOppo This first episode brings Sector overview from Dave Mapps Client Relationship Manager at ThisWeekinFM, who are the Leading News & Information Service for the Facilities Workplace & Built Environment and the personal journey of Ray Cooksley, who left the Army and entered ISS a World-L...2021-09-1555 min
CHANGING GEAR with JobOppONAAFI break with JobOppo Trailer with Garrath Williams Director of Engagement and Development at JobOppoNAAFI Break with JobOppo is a collaboration in the true sense of the word. After having Garrath Williams guest on the NAAFI Break podcast, it became clear there was a shared passion and purpose between us, to support Veterans and Service leavers into successful second careers. The definition of Veterans helping Veterans!Over the next 6 months we will be providing 12 exclusive episodes for the JobOppo Community, with specific sector focus, from Industry specialists, JobOppo members and the wider employment community. The goal of the series, is to help change the narrative around Veteran employment and e...2021-08-1814 minNAAFI BreakNAAFI break with Garrath Williams - To Oz and backIn this episode we meet Garrath Williams, who has served for a total of 17years in both the British and Australian Army. Following his Service career he has worked in Training, Leadership Development and now works in the charity sector helping Veterans reskill and find new purposeful opportunities.He is currently the Director of Veteran Engagement & Development at JobOppo.His own Transition was unique having left the Australian army while posted to the UK!2021-06-1344 min