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Zach Mendelsohn

Experienced QHSE, health & safety, security and operational-assurance professional with extensive experience across Network Rail, Transport for London, infrastructure projects, public-facing environments and consultancy.

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Professional Profile

Experience Built Around Safety, Security & Operational Assurance

A practical, experienced approach to identifying risk, improving procedures, supporting projects and working with operational teams and stakeholders.

Experienced QHSE, health & safety, security and operational-assurance professional with more than 10 years’ experience across Network Rail and Transport for London, supported by extensive consultancy experience in digital services, community organisations and operational projects.

NEBOSH-qualified with a strong background in risk assessment, auditing, inspections, incident investigation, CCTV, security operations, crowd management, pedestrian-flow analysis, contractor assurance, compliance systems and project support.

Confident advising operational teams, contractors, project managers, senior stakeholders, emergency services and community organisations. Skilled at assessing complex risks, developing practical procedures and translating technical requirements into clear guidance, effective controls and measurable improvements.

Core Competencies

Key Skills & Professional Strengths

01

Health & Safety

  • Risk Assessment
  • QHSE Systems
  • Auditing & Inspections
  • Incident Investigation
  • Compliance
  • Corrective Actions
02

Security & Assurance

  • CCTV & Security Systems
  • Access Control
  • Security Operations
  • Crowd Management
  • Pedestrian-Flow Analysis
  • Emergency Response
03

Operations & Projects

  • Operational Assurance
  • Project Support
  • Contractor Assurance
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Procedure Development
  • Report Writing
Microsoft Office 365 Advanced Excel Digital Reporting CCTV CMS Platforms HTML CSS Adobe Website Management

Career History

Professional Experience

Extensive operational, safety, security and consultancy experience across major London transport environments and independent consultancy.

August 2012 – Present

Self-Employed SEO Consultant — SEOLIT

Web Design • SEO • PPC • Digital Consultancy
  • Provide web design, SEO, PPC, digital consultancy and website-management services to businesses, charities and community organisations.
  • Manage multiple projects, deadlines and changing client requirements while analysing needs, identifying risks and developing practical recommendations.
  • Produce reports, guidance, procedures, website content and management information.
  • Build and maintain websites using CMS platforms, HTML and CSS.
  • Manage confidential information, access controls and data-handling requirements.
  • Communicate technical information clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
July 2010 – May 2012

QHSE Project Manager — AMSSL CCTV

Integrated Management Systems • QHSE • Compliance
  • Led implementation of an Integrated Management System aligned with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 and ROGS.
  • Developed QHSE processes, responsibilities and operational procedures.
  • Delivered inspections, surveys, briefings and training for staff and contractors.
  • Managed Link-Up/RISQS compliance and liaised with auditors.
  • Maintained compliance records, monitored corrective actions and supported continual improvement.
January 2010 – June 2010

Safety Support Manager — Transport for London

Surface Transport • Health & Safety • Operational Assurance
  • Provided health & safety advice and operational assurance to London Bus Operating Companies and TfL personnel.
  • Conducted audits, inspections and compliance checks.
  • Analysed trends and recommended corrective actions.
  • Authored and reviewed procedures and standards.
  • Led accident and incident investigations and produced reports and lessons learned.
June 1999 – December 2009

Station Safety Advisor & CCTV Specialist — Network Rail

Major London Terminals & Managed Stations
  • Managed health, safety and security arrangements across major London terminals and managed stations.
  • Advised Station Managers and operational teams on safety, security, fire, construction and operational risks.
  • Conducted inspections, audits, compliance checks and risk assessments.
  • Led accident and incident investigations and provided evidence for regulatory and legal proceedings.
  • Developed and reviewed procedures and operational standards.
  • Provided CCTV advice covering camera positioning, recording, retrieval and evidential use.
  • Used CCTV, pedestrian-flow analysis and local knowledge to assess crowd movement, emergency access and security risks.
  • Supported station redevelopment, refurbishment, structural alterations, ticket-gate changes and construction near live railway operations.
  • Worked with designers, contractors, train operators, emergency services and other stakeholders.
Earlier Network Rail / Railtrack Roles

Duty Station Manager • Station Supervisor • Station Officer

Euston Station
  • Managed daily station operations, staff rotas, disabled-assistance teams, contractors and permit-to-work arrangements.
  • Conducted inspections, compliance checks, train-dispatch monitoring and incident investigations.
  • Coordinated emergency evacuations and security incidents as Station Incident Officer.
  • Liaised with emergency services, train operators and operational teams.

Career Highlights

Selected Achievements & Projects

01

Staff Safety & Assault Reduction

Implemented a procedures manual and employee safety handbook which contributed to a reduction in staff assaults of more than 40%.

02

London Waterloo New Year's Eve

Developed the London Waterloo New Year's Eve Crowd Control Plan, coordinating crowd movement, staffing, communications and contingency arrangements.

03

Major London Infrastructure

Provided safety, security and crowd-management advice associated with The Shard, King's Cross Station redevelopment, Waterloo Station redevelopment and Cannon Place.

Community Experience

Community & Public-Safety Work

Southwark Community Sports Trust

Volunteer • Former Sunday Captain & Vice-Captain • Board Member
  • Supported the safe operation of Dulwich Sports Ground, a 39-acre facility used by more than 10,000 players, coaches, officials and spectators.
  • Helped implement COVID-19 arrangements.
  • Applied ECB Safe Hands safeguarding principles.

Ethelred Towers Residents Association

Community Liaison
  • Support residents across high-rise buildings of up to 21 floors and approximately 1,000 occupants.
  • Liaise with residents, contractors, building representatives, housing stakeholders and Lambeth Council.

Qualifications

Education & Professional Training

NEBOSH General Certificate — Pass with Credit
NEBOSH Fire Risk Management
IOSH Basic Health & Safety
Internal Quality Management Auditor
Internal Auditor — In-House Course
Lead Accident & Incident Investigator
Crowd Dynamics Course — Pass
Disability Awareness & Discrimination Training

Community Involvement

Volunteering & Interests

  • Former Vice-Captain and Board Member, South Bank Cricket Club.
  • Member, residents' housing committee.
  • Volunteer IT and website support for community organisations including Camberwell After Schools Project, Black Heroes Foundation and Southwark Community Sports Trust.

Interested in Working Together?

For professional enquiries, consultancy opportunities or further information about my experience, please get in touch.

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