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Completed 12-week work placement with Homeserve and HD Plumbing & Heating Solutions; shadowed experienced engineers and built a strong portfolio of work, as part of the Level 3 Diploma in Gas Utilisation.• Assisted with boiler servicing, repairs and landlord certifications• Gained understanding of IT systems to receive/close jobs, or demand parts/spares• Installed boilers and cooker hobs, fitted radiators and towel rails• Assisted in fitting baths, sinks and shower trays• Removed and replaced pipework, carried out tightness testing and purging• Assessed standing/working pressures• Performed flue gas analysis/ratings tests• Undertook gas pipework fitting identification and installation to a high standard• Completed characteristics of combustion and natural gas, including positioning of emergency control valves

Royal Logistic Corps

Oversaw logistic operations, whilst managing the maintenance and deployment of a fleet of 40 multi-use vehicles, and coordinating driver training for 200 personnel.• Maximised equipment availability by implementing and supervising a robust schedule of vehicle maintenance activities, ensuring repairs were completed to the highest standard to prolong equipment lifespan and save money• Took on additional responsibility alongside own role, subsequently passing all Equipment Care and logistics inspections audits with flying colours• Consistently achieved 90-95% vehicle availability, exceeding the 80% target• Planned/delivered logistical support during a large-scale event on Dartmoor for 2,400 children

Royal Logistic Corps

Managed the day-to-day running and maintenance of a fleet of 40 vehicles. in compliance with Equipment Care Regulations and health and safety legislation• Implemented change, turned-round a poor-performing unit and passed a major inspection within 2 months of appointment• Praised by Training Manager after planning and delivering a complex training event for 100 colleagues• Significantly improved compliance, performance, productivity and audit results by introducing periodic planned and unannounced management checks

Royal Logistic Corps

Managed a fleet of 50 vehicles and provided specialist advice in all aspects of vehicle operations, availability and maintenance.• Consistently achieved KPIs and assessed as top-performer in peer group• Commended for going above and beyond expectations after ‘stepping up’ to the next level for 6-months, leading a team of 50 personnel and ensuring they were at the right location, at the right time with the correct equipment

Royal Logistic Corps