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Originally I was employed as a resident electrical supervisor to manage our larger developments of which I managed those of a value of £3m downwards pending those projects in progress.I also am currently the company’s qualifying manager in its representation of the NICEIC.However over recent years we have purchased two smaller mechanical companies and my role has developed into an office based senior manager overseeing both mechanical and electrical contracts.Although I… Show more Originally I was employed as a resident electrical supervisor to manage our larger developments of which I managed those of a value of £3m downwards pending those projects in progress.I also am currently the company’s qualifying manager in its representation of the NICEIC.However over recent years we have purchased two smaller mechanical companies and my role has developed into an office based senior manager overseeing both mechanical and electrical contracts.Although I maintain an electrical bias I am always developing my skills within both fields of expertise.Through my positional progress I have also developed my skills of monitoring and motivation of the work force whilst maintaining a quality in service and performance.This has been supported by attending an additional three years at Bromley College attaining a Level 7 Executive Diploma in Management. Show less

Although having an annual turnover of approximately £10m the general size of contract ranged from £2m to £10k and included a variety of services from general maintenance, refurbishment and new build construction.The requirement of my position and variety of work necessitated me in overseeing various trades and personnel.This also developed my skills of communication and appreciation of others knowledge and constructive input whilst expanding my horizons and approaches to problem… Show more Although having an annual turnover of approximately £10m the general size of contract ranged from £2m to £10k and included a variety of services from general maintenance, refurbishment and new build construction.The requirement of my position and variety of work necessitated me in overseeing various trades and personnel.This also developed my skills of communication and appreciation of others knowledge and constructive input whilst expanding my horizons and approaches to problem solving.Within the contracts I also expanded my knowledge of planning the sequencing of operational duties whilst considering those others that the various operations impact on. Show less

Due to the demise of my previous employment I set up Boarderguard Ltd to continue a service to an existing client within the gaming industry.Stakis Casinos Ltd owned a number of casinos where I carried out general refurbishment and maintenance works.During this period I was required not only to operate considerately and courteously within my working environment but also to develop my commercial and financial presentations and skills.To maintain my stability of work and… Show more Due to the demise of my previous employment I set up Boarderguard Ltd to continue a service to an existing client within the gaming industry.Stakis Casinos Ltd owned a number of casinos where I carried out general refurbishment and maintenance works.During this period I was required not only to operate considerately and courteously within my working environment but also to develop my commercial and financial presentations and skills.To maintain my stability of work and promote my company with those quality standards I wished to maintain and promote, I also developed my communication and marketing skills. Show less

Although employed as a manager my role often included organising projects from site as our contracts were of a smaller nature ranging from £1k - £25k.Experienced gained from this organisation included that of site co-ordination and planning whilst being a link between client requirements and the process required to meet them on time and on schedule and to their satisfaction.Throughout I also had to maintain financial constraints and an understanding of the company’s financial… Show more Although employed as a manager my role often included organising projects from site as our contracts were of a smaller nature ranging from £1k - £25k.Experienced gained from this organisation included that of site co-ordination and planning whilst being a link between client requirements and the process required to meet them on time and on schedule and to their satisfaction.Throughout I also had to maintain financial constraints and an understanding of the company’s financial positioning. Show less

I joined Rencore Ltd on an electrical apprenticeship scheme where I progressed through my City & Guilds to become a qualified electrician.During my apprenticeship I learnt to respect those who were helping with my development whilst also appreciating the system of education.Once qualified I quickly progressed to the position of supervisor where my role required me to understand and interpret drawings and plans.Procurement of materials and allocation of labour also became… Show more I joined Rencore Ltd on an electrical apprenticeship scheme where I progressed through my City & Guilds to become a qualified electrician.During my apprenticeship I learnt to respect those who were helping with my development whilst also appreciating the system of education.Once qualified I quickly progressed to the position of supervisor where my role required me to understand and interpret drawings and plans.Procurement of materials and allocation of labour also became an essential part of my role in maintaining a smooth and efficient operation of those contracts I was involved with. Show less

I enrolled on a years youth training scheme with the London Electricity Board.At this point I was aware that I wished to be an electrician but was unsure of which department of discipline to progress in.My years training provided me with a diverse insight into the various aspects associated with the electrical industry to which I pursued the installation section which I found most stimulating and challenging.