Michael Parkes

Michael Parkes is an experienced professional in health and safety governance, currently serving as the Fire, Health & Safety Governance and Data Manager and Health and Safety Advisor at Heathrow since May 2023. Previously, Michael held positions at DP World as a Safety Officer in early 2023 and at Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service from January 2020 to December 2022 as a Health and Safety Advisor. Michael's background includes a role as Governance Advisor at Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service from November 2016 to January 2020, where collaboration with senior leadership was essential during a significant organizational change. Earlier experience includes managing hospitality at Southampton Football Club and a work placement with the British Geological Society. Michael holds a Master's Degree in Engineering Geology from the University of Portsmouth and a Bachelor's Degree in Geology from the University of Southampton.