CAREER OVERVIEW AND HIGHLIGHTS
• Qualified to switch High Voltage switchgear on Aggreko High Voltage equipment – Aggreko ECAM certified to 35Kv
• Project managed a $20M rebuild programme on a Mozambique Power Plant minimising downtime and maximising power output
• Seconded from Aggreko International as Venue Power Manager at the Inaugural 2015 European Games in Baku Azerbaijan
• Held the respected position of Venue Power Manager at Ibrox Stadium Glasgow Scotland for the 2014 Commonwealth Games
• Operations manager for 200 MW LPG Power Plant (Ivory Coast) & 45 MW Diesel Power Plant (Freeport, Grand Bahama Island)
• Highly competent & driven project manager that excels in high pressure environments and delivers on briefs to tight time scales
• Gained knowledge of supplying power to broadcast media operations and is familiar with both entertainment and sporting venues
• Offering broad transferable technical awareness & skillsets gained through high quality training & a portfolio of successful projects
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Oct 2015 – present
FREELANCE
GENERATOR ENGINEER/ EVENT PROJECT MANAGER ELECTRICAL SPECIALIST
• Managing installation/commissioning of prime power generators/networks into/around venues between Abu Dhabi and Dubai
• Co-ordinating and leading a crew of installation technicians and general labourers at each venue
• Provided direction to ensure safe operations were achieved and that activities were performed in line with health & safety
• Oversaw design/commissioning and decommission of entertainment/sporting events which required a dedicated 3 phase and single phase power supply
• Formed relationships with the clients to ensure the project briefs and scope of work was followed and objectives were met
Apr 2015 – Oct 2015 AGGREKO INTERNATIONAL
PROJECT MANAGER/DIESEL AND GAS ENGINE SPECIALIST
• Project managed and oversaw a $20m engine rebuild programme in Mozambique
• Oversaw, led and managed a team of 25 technicians as well as an engine rebuild workshop and a parts division
• Followed strict regulations and legislation in accordance with operational procedures and project lifecycles
• Worked in conjunction with the clients’ specifications to plan workflow, minimise downtime and maximise power production
• Responsible for the timely delivery of the rebuild of 103 Cummins QSK 50 Gas powered engines fitted to 1.3 mw generators in a fully operational power plant
2015 Apr 2015 – Jul 2015
AGGREKO EUROPEAN GAMES EVENTS TEAM
VENUE POWER MANAGER
• Led the installation of a dedicated power supply for European 2015 games events (mountain biking, aquatics and shooting)
• Tasked with supplying the power to the games park, host television broadcaster, security and catering sections
• Mitigated risks and was responsible for generator sets located at different sites and ensured that staff were trained
• Managed the installation and commissioning of back-up generators connected to the national grid and the installation and commissioning of a prime power network into various venues
014 Apr 2014 – Sep 2014
AGGREKO COMMONWEALTH GAMES EVENTS TEAM
VENUE POWER MANAGER
• Oversaw the team responsible for dedicated power supply to Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games Rugby Sevens tournament
• Met competing deadlines to manage installation/commissioning of prime power network providing power to the stadium, broadcast media and a substantial catering operation
• Accountable for the installation and commissioning of backup generators connected to the National Grid
Mar 2006 – Apr 2014
AGGREKO INTERNATIONAL
OPERATIONS MANAGER/DIESEL AND GAS ENGINE SPECIALIST
• Ensured the delivery of temporary power including full responsibility for staff, logistics, cost managements and compliance
• Adhered to I.S.O, Aggreko and local QHSE regulations ensuring all full compliance with policies and procedures
• Meticulously installed, commissioned and supervised the multi megawatt temporary power stations
• Overhauled and maintained specialised 1 Megawatt generators with Cummins engines and Stamford alternators
• Promoted staff training in order that staff were developed, and motivated to contribute optimum performances
• Agreed power demands with clients and planned the project required to deliver a consistent power exportation
QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
City & Guilds in Construction Plant Maintenance (Highest Grade)
Attended various manufactures technical courses in UK, Sweden and Dubai for specialised mechanical, electrical and hydraulics
Qualified to switch High Voltage switchgear on Aggreko High Voltage equipment – Aggreko ECAM certified to 35Kv
Attended British Council Project Management course in Nairobi, Kenya
KEY SKILLS & CORE COMPETENCIES
• Quality Health & Safety
Management
• Relationship Management
• Corporate Six Sigma
• Technical Focal Point
• Design Phases to Completion
• Project Scoping & Delivery
• Installations & Commissioning
• Diagnostics & Repairs
• Team Direction
• Scheduling Resources
• Project Implementation
• Policies & Procedures
• Generator Sets
• Transformers H.V & L.V
• Coaching & Development
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Freelance Oct 2015 – present
Generator Engineer / Event Project Manager Electrical Specialist
• Managing installation/commissioning of prime power generators/networks into/around venues between Abu Dhabi and Dubai
• Co-ordinating and leading a crew of installation technicians and general labourers at each venue
• Provided direction to ensure safe operations were achieved and that activities were performed in line with health & safety
• Oversaw design/commissioning and decommission of entertainment/sporting events which required a dedicated 3 phase and
single phase power supply
• Formed relationships with the clients to ensure the project briefs and scope of work was followed and objectives were met
Aggreko International Apr 2015 – Oct 2015
Project Manager / Diesel & Gas Engine specialist
• Project managed and oversaw a $20m engine rebuild programme in Mozambique
• Oversaw, led and managed a team of 25 technicians as well as an engine rebuild workshop and a parts division
• Followed strict regulations and legislation in accordance with operational procedures and project lifecycles
• Worked in conjunction with the clients’ specifications to plan workflow, minimise downtime and maximise power production
• Responsible for the timely delivery of the rebuild of 103 Cummins QSK 50 Gas powered engines fitted to 1.3 mw generators in a
fully operational power plant
Aggreko European Games Events Team 2015 Apr 2015 – Jul 2015
Venue Power Manager
• Led the installation of a dedicated power supply for European 2015 games events (mountain biking, aquatics and shooting)
• Tasked with supplying the power to the games park, host television broadcaster, security and catering sections
• Mitigated risks and was responsible for generator sets located at different sites and ensured that staff were trained
• Managed the installation and commissioning of back-up generators connected to the national grid and the installation and
commissioning of a prime power network into various venues
