Generator Installation Technician

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
A dedicated and enthusiastic professional, with extensive experience in electrical and mechanical engineering, with aspects of design engineering acquired in both the British Army and in a civilian environment. Specializes in the maintenance of complex power supply and distribution systems with knowledge of a wide range of major assemblies and auxiliary equipment. I’m quick to familiarize myself with new skills and technologies whilst demonstrating a practical approach to problem solving. I enjoy being part of a successful and productive team and thrive in highly pressurized and challenging working environments having gained experience serving in war torn countries throughout the world.

CAREER SUMMARY
2023-Present    
Music Event
Generator Technician/Installation Electrician
-    Install, maintain & operate the show generators. Report on fuel deliveries and fuel consumption
-    As part of the power team load in & install mains cabling from the generators to the main power distribution
-    Install the show power distribution under the stage to provide power to the various services, lighting, audio, SFX & rigging Etc.
-    Monitor & record power usages & anomalies during both the support & main shows
-    Shutdown the various services in a safe & controlled manor

2022-2023    
Sporting Event
“A” Technician
-    Coordinate and lead the site teams on a day to day basis ensuring the build targets, set by the Venue Manager are achieved
-    Install and maintain a diverse array of power generation and distribution equipment utilizing both the SLD and SSD
-    Perform general and preventive maintenance on power generation and electrical distribution equipment
-    Ensure that all installations are complete in accordance to the high standards set out in the FIFA handbook
-    Ensure the correct calibration of control equipment
-    Communicate and liaise with suppliers and outside contractors to ensure any civil works required onsite happen with minimal disruption, safely & on time
-    Continuously maintain high levels of operational standards on the work site
-    Complete and maintain all the relevant commissioning & testing documentation as required during the installation and operational period !

2017-2021    
Aeronautical Company 
Afghanistan
Power Generation Lead
-    Lead power generation crews to maintain power generators, troubleshoot faults, repair/replace components and generators, maintain documentation, adhere to environmental guidelines, and ensure that all departmental processes are followed
-    Coordinate with various departments on installations/generator replacements, scheduled outages, and daily operations
-    Order, receive, and oversee inventory of service and replacement parts for power generators
-    Coordinate and schedule regular generator services and refuelling missions
-    Optimize the placement of generators through trend analysis of load data
-    Adhere to property control procedures for all equipment
-    Inspect and maintain fuel tanks, secondary containments, and electrical wiring
-    Perform load calculations in order to properly size power generators for various types of facilities
-    Monitor loads and move/replace generators according to the load requirements 
-    Maintain generator and property movement logs and create the Lost, Theft, Damaged, Destroyed (LTDD) and incident reports
-    Walk through new and existing construction sites to perform power assessments

2015-2017    
Generator Business
Technical Contracts Manager
-    Managing and supporting a portfolio of Approx. 700 power generators nationwide on a variety of high profile contracts including; The BBC, Verizon UK, Waitrose & John Lewis Partnership, The London Stock Exchange and The Broadgate Estates in London
-    Provide first-line 24/7 technical support for the Field Service Technicians and clients using time served knowledge and experience
-    Managing a team of engineers and contract support workers effectively to maximize the performance of the company
-    Managing all aspects of the service work, including quoting remedial work, procurement of materials, allocating time and manpower for each individual task
-    Implementing all supporting paperwork before and after job completion
-    Compiling all manner of customer and in-house documentation including job specific Method Statements and Risk Assessments as well as service bulletins for the Service Technicians, informing them of product updates and procedures
-    Maintain customer relations through progress meetings and site visits as well as liaising on a daily basis to enhance and develop working relationships between the client, suppliers and members of the power generation community
-    Ensure that opportunities for the strategic development of the service contracts are exploited, to deliver increased turnover and profitability, and make sure that contracts are re-won on re-tender
 
2013-2015
Communications Business
Afghanistan
Power Generation Engineer
-    Working as part of a small team of engineers covering 63 sites throughout Afghanistan
-    Provide maintenance for all power generators and UPS systems in theatre
-    Carry out reactive maintenance on failed equipment, and produce subsequent technical analysis reports
-    Responsible for periodic minor and major servicing, including half-life overhauls and complete retrofits of power generators
-    In theatre 24/7 technical point of contact to field technicians for fault diagnosis and failed equipment
-    Fault finding down to component level on all aspects of equipment
-    Design of new installations from idea to commissioning
-    Ordering of all parts required for servicing and break downs

2012-2013    
Energy EPC
Afghanistan
Generator Mechanic
-    Undertaking of inspection and maintenance on power generators
-    Commissioning power generating equipment and auxiliary equipment
-    Preventative and reactive maintenance of power generators
-    Responsible for ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety at Works Act and implementing Safe Systems of Work
-    Compiling orders of materials via the stores supply services manager
-    Implementing good practice drawn from an understanding and working knowledge of codes of practice, British Standard and good working practice
-    Ensure all engineering works are managed financially within budget
-    Inspection of fuel installations and advising about repair/refurbishment as necessary

2011-2012    
Power Systems Business
Field Based Product Support Engineer
-    Utilizing bespoke software applications for the purposes of interrogating Engine Control Units (ECUs) Including uploading new data sets as well as changing and recording engine parameters
-    Commissioning and installation of marine diesel engines including sea trialing
-    Carrying out postmortem reports/investigations on failed applications, and offering cause and prevention Advice
-    Responsible for carrying out on-site and workshop warranty work as well as service contract work and Completing in-depth technical reports accordingly
-    Conducting service visits and undertaking detailed data analysis to facilitate the resolution of field issues

2010-2011    
Energy Solutions Business
Site Technician
-    Actively involved in the National Grid Project in the capacity of watch-keeper for 2x paralleled Cummins 1250KW containerized Gen-Sets and 2x paralleled Volvo 750KW containerized Gen-Sets
-    Providing an effective breakdown response service, involving fault finding, diagnosis and repair, as well As carrying out routine cleaning and servicing of all on-site equipment
-    Responsible for ensuring full compliance with relevant health, safety and environmental regulations and Completing accurate service documentation
-    Developing and maintaining mutually beneficial working relationships with clients and members of the Management team and working with them to ensure that project objectives are met

2008-2010    
Energy Solutions Business
Generator Mechanic; Power Generation
-    Provides technical support to the customer in relation to troubleshooting diesel engine generators and Their associated control systems
-    Performs daily, scheduled maintenance, services and checks.
-    Inspects all external associated equipment to include fuel tanks, fuel lines & fire extinguishers
-    Performs rebuilds on engines & conducts scheduled overhead valve adjustment & unscheduled cylinder Head rebuilds
-    As part of a team, install, troubleshoot, conduct power transfers, and monitor automatic control panel Systems for proper operation
-    Ensure that all safety procedures and guidelines are followed according to the project directive
Energy Solutions Business
Generator Mechanic; CLSS
-    Responsible for carrying out all electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, maintenance, repair and Servicing of US Military Tactical Power Generation equipment
-    Performs engine rebuilds and replaces main generators
-    Inspects, repairs and replaces auxiliary equipment including fuel injection pumps, oil & water pumps, Alternators, starter motors, voltage regulators and cooling radiators
-    Load testing and inspecting standby Power Generation sets and their associated equipment

2008-2008    
Energy Solutions Business
Field Service Engineer
-    Utilizing knowledge of both electrical and mechanical fault finding to repair and maintain containerized Gas engine generators from 1.4MW to 2.7MW
-    Responsible for all aspects of engine and control systems and for carrying out both reactive and Preventative maintenance and servicing
-    Stripping down and rebuilding major assemblies including intercoolers, gas mixers, turbochargers, piston and ring Changes, cylinder head changes and oil coolers as well as carrying out full engine overhauls
-    Dealing with auxiliary equipment including 3 phase fans, oil & water pumps, starter motors, cooling Radiators and fresh & waste oil storage tanks
-    Design and flow rate problem solving of external water cooling and gas high pressure compressors Piping and pumps
-    Additionally responsible for container maintenance of air inlet/outlet louvers, heating/lighting, 13amp Single phase sockets, emergency lighting and gas and fire alarm systems

1997-2008    
British Army
Generator Workshop Lead
-    Responsible for the management of the generator inspection workshop and battery charging facilities
-    Supervising the activities of other members of the team and providing on-the-job training
-    Implementation of safety precautions and regulations and ensuring full compliance therewith
-    Responsible for all power generation and supply systems and associated ancillaries
-    Troubleshooting and resolving faults in the mechanical, electrical and electronic systems of power Generators
-    Undertaking active service in global war zones throughout the world including Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq and Afghanistan as well as in the Falklands
 

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
-    City & Guilds:     Engineering Systems Maintenance Parts II & III
-    8 GCSEs:     Including English, Mathematics and ElectronicsDriving License: Full/Clean, Including CDL license
-    IT Proficiency:     Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Internet and Email
-    Other Details:     Qualified First Aider
Security Clearance (now expired but can obtain)