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Bristol, Gb

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

Field Based London, Uxbridge, Ealing, Kensington, Chelsea, Richmond.

A Service Manager for British Gas Service and Repair. Responsible for the management of a team of repair engineers. Cost management of repair engineers, contractors, parts costs, local purchases through B2B. Liaison with other BG units for installation, electrical repairs and white goods. Budget responsibilities for manpower, holidays, parts, absence, training and complaints. Ensuring all procedures are followed and where required carrying out disciplinary investigations.

Field Based

Service Manager, British Gas Service and RepairBritish GasFebruary 2006 - June 2011 Field based, London1st Line managed a team of 25 field based engineers as part of a service operation. Responsible for numerous KPI's for the area, in a fast paced operational environment. Adaptability and strong leadership skills were key in this role.Technical Engineer, British Gas Service and RepairBritish GasMay 2004 - Feb 2006Repaired and maintained all types of domestic gas appliances in customers homes.Responsible for a team of engineers in the Warwickshire area of installation, removal and repair and upgrade to the smart meters. Planning, rosters, budget, disciplinary, training, absence management, ongoing training briefings, leading smart energy coaches to ensure the the required support and documentation is completed.

Gloucester, United Kingdom

Worldwide

Communications Specialist 1980 – 1989Communications and Information Systems (CIS) Specialist, you’ll be a central member of the ship’s Engineering branch. Using highly sensitive radio and satellite systems, you’ll not only send and receive vital messages to and from both ship and shore, but also ensure the equipment remains fully functional 24 hours a day. The messages will often contain orders and other information for those in command, so you could be handling a lot of material that’s classified secret or higher. You’ll also handle the weather forecasts, routine supply requests and other essential day-to-day communications. As a CIS specialist you'll also be part of the team responsible for the ship’s complex data-processing network systems including the ship's internet and satellite communications, which will help your crewmates stay in touch with family and friends back home.Air Traffic Controller 1989 – 2004You must have commitment, enthusiasm and common sense. As a vital member of a ship’s Operations room team, you’ll also need to be confident, methodical and self-disciplined. You must be calm under pressure and able to think on your feet. Instant reactions and split-second timing are crucial and, as lives may be at stake, you must be a clear and effective communicator. Skills required:Working as Part of a TeamA Sense of AdventureWorking in a Challenging EnvironmentWorking with AircraftHighly OrganisedReliableHonesty and IntegrityGood Physical and Mental StaminaGetting ‘Hands on’ Working with Cutting Edge TechnologyWorking in Challenging EnvironmentsLoyalty