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John Duffy

John Duffy

Glasgow

Summary

Personal Profile I am looking for an exciting and challenging opportunity where I can further develop my career by utilising my current skills, knowledge and abilities in the best interests of both employers and myself. As a reliable and conscientious person I can build strong relationships with staff at all levels and have the ability to manage and motivate people. I am highly proactive and enthusiastic with good communication and organisational abilities. I am a good team player but equally at ease working independently, with experience of managing staff and operatives to deliver projects with the client's best interests at heart. I have a proven track record of delivering projects on programme, to the highest quality, within budget and with the safety of the workforce as a priority at all times. Experienced Engineer with over 40 years in Construction industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Offers flexible schedule to deliver on team goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work history

Senior Commissioning engineer

GMES
Europe
10.2017 - Current
  • Compile daily for reports for clients highlighting non-compliance or faults
  • Compile weekly progress reports for GMES Senior Management
  • Conduct daily risk assessments
  • Achieved high levels of client satisfaction by producing timely, comprehensive commissioning status reports.
  • Worked with electrical teams to facilitate smooth transition from design and testing to full-scale energising.
  • Scheduled and coordinated commissioning visits with clients to determine needs and requirements.
  • Collaborated with contractors to repair faults and non compliance
  • Controlled project risk by providing timely receipt, review and approval of RAMS.

Maintenance engineer

DHL Logistics
Glasgow
03.2015 - 10.2017


  • Assisting the Site Facilities and Projects Manager to implement PPM and breakdown maintenance
  • Develop a working relationship with the heads of departments to ensure effective communication is maintained in regards to planed shutdowns
  • Liaising with site management, colleagues and specialised contractors
  • Improved manufacturing efficiency by implementing upgraded processes and systems.
  • Completed all assigned work on time and to high quality standards.
  • Carried out scheduled preventative maintenance requests on all machines, processes and assembly lines.
  • Responded to plant breakdowns and emergency callouts.
  • Liaised with contractors and third parties to facilitate specialist maintenance.
  • Minimised plant breakdowns with rigorous Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of equipment maintenance activities and repairs.
  • Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Electrician technician

Crown House Technology
London
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Working as part of the Test and Inspection team
  • Inspection and testing of fixed wire and
  • Modular circuits
  • Liaise with supervisors and the client
  • Compile reports and test certificates for management
  • Identify and repair faults
  • Ensured site safety, complying with Health and Safety policies across all tasks.
  • Tested equipment and installations for compliance with electrical regulations.
  • Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
  • Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.

Works Team Leader

RZSS
Edinburgh
04.2012 - 01.2013
  • Assisting the Site Facilities and Projects Manager to implement strategic plans and polices to provide cost effective solutions to operations carried out
  • Implement and carry out the Annual Business Plan with regards to the construction of new buildings, facilities and infrastructure
  • Contribute to the contractual provision of supplies and services required for the daily operation of the Zoo, maximizing value for money at all times
  • Establishing and developing a strong working relationship with the heads of each department to ensure effective communication is maintained
  • Ensuring that all equipment relevant is used in the correct manner, inspected and maintained to the required standards
  • Upskilled team members by planning and delivering training workshops.
  • Collaborated with colleagues from different backgrounds to tackle new challenges.
  • Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance and allocated needed resources to meet standards.
  • Led performance reviews and tailored employee feedback to facilitate professional development.
  • Organised financial and operational data to help with yearly budgeting and planning.
  • Coached team members through new or difficult workflows.

Electrical Supervisor

Pro Direct Electrical Services
Scotland
07.2009 - 02.2011
  • Plan and implement maintenance strategy for clients
  • Liaise with customers and clients and report to Senior Management
  • Procurement of materials
  • Carry out routine maintenance
  • Compile daily work sheets
  • Implement safe methods of working
  • Compile reports for testing and commissioning
  • Collaborated closely with management to determine scope of projects and identify appropriate resources needed to complete jobs.
  • Planned works and sourced materials to deliver on time and within budget.
  • Supervised day-to-day site activities and task completion to meet project requirements and deadlines.
  • Delivered toolbox talks and briefings to reduce accidents and near misses.
  • Worked with teams to coordinate workflows and reduce safety hazards.
  • Played key role in managing, maintaining and developing client relationships.

Installation electrician

CBES
Glasgow
05.2003 - 04.2009
  • Tested and accurately diagnosed wiring faults, recording exact details to maintain traceability.
  • Interpreted engineering blueprints for safe, accurate electrical installations.
  • Installed, examined and repaired electrical wiring systems in different settings.
  • Complied with BS 7671 standards to complete electrical installations.
  • Followed preventive maintenance schedule to maintain safe and effective electrical system operation.
  • Tested electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using various testing devices.

Education

Qualifications Authority National Certificate - Engineering

South Lanarkshire college
Glasgow uk

SVQ Level 3 - Electrical installation

Scottish Qualification Authority
Glasgow UK

Higher National Certificate - Electronics

Scottish Qualifications Authority
Glasgow uk
11/2000 - 11/2001

Skills

  • RAMS production
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Project budgeting
  • Team supervision
  • Inspection reports
  • Client relations

Work availability

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Timeline

Senior Commissioning engineer

GMES
10.2017 - Current

Maintenance engineer

DHL Logistics
03.2015 - 10.2017

Electrician technician

Crown House Technology
01.2013 - 01.2014

Works Team Leader

RZSS
04.2012 - 01.2013

Electrical Supervisor

Pro Direct Electrical Services
07.2009 - 02.2011

Installation electrician

CBES
05.2003 - 04.2009

Qualifications Authority National Certificate - Engineering

South Lanarkshire college

SVQ Level 3 - Electrical installation

Scottish Qualification Authority

Higher National Certificate - Electronics

Scottish Qualifications Authority
11/2000 - 11/2001
John Duffy