Andrew Craigie
East Kilbride,UK
Summary
Experienced professional with focus on high voltage cable jointing. Capable of ensuring reliable and safe electrical connections, drawing on extensive knowledge of industry standards and techniques. Skilled in fault finding, cable preparation, and joint installation, delivering quality results in challenging environments.
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
High voltage cable jointer
Prysmian
East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
2024.02 - Current
- Performed preventative maintenance on high voltage cables, ensuring longevity of the infrastructure.
- Trained new employees in industry best practices for consistent performance levels.
- Used advanced diagnostic tools for accurate fault detection and repair work.
- Operated heavy machinery such as trailers and cranes when required, thereby extending capabilities beyond core job roles.
- Averted potential hazards through stringent adherence to safety protocols-no major incidents reported.
- Provided reliable service to customers with meticulous cable jointing work.
- Prioritised safety whilst working on live circuits, adhering strictly to company guidelines and procedures.
- Installed complex cabling systems to enable uninterrupted power supply for clients.
- Assured minimal downtime during power outages, swiftly rectifying faults in the system.
- Implemented standard operating procedures to streamline workflow processes amongst teams.
- Demonstrated expertise in high voltage equipment handling to prevent mishaps on site.
- Facilitated seamless transitions during upgrade projects by coordinating various tasks efficiently.
- Repaired faulty and damaged wiring to restore electrical function.
- Wore protective clothing to maintain safe working environments.
- Completed electrical inspection reports to enable fault diagnosis and repair.
- Operated precision tools across varied technical tasks.
Ground Worker
Emmatt Construction
East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
2022.01 - 2023.12
- Executed concrete pours, enabling stable structure formation.
- Contributed significantly to quality control procedures whilst performing groundwork duties.
- Conducted routine checks, ensuring overall site safety and compliance with regulations.
- Performed kerbing and flagging tasks resulting in aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces.
- Conducted manual labour tasks, contributing to team efforts towards project completion.
- Completed groundwork tasks within stipulated deadlines for optimal workflow progression.
- Identified and wore appropriate PPE required for various tasks.
- Carried out activities in line with work schedule.
Production Operative
Scotbeef, East Kilbride
East Kilbride
2019.01 - 2020.01
- Working on production line packing boxes into crates
- Ensuring meat was packed properly
- Achieving targets and deadlines
- Working as part of a team
Labourer
RVS Electrical Ltd
2019.01 - 2019.01
- Labouring for Electricians on sites in Aberdeen
- Working on ASDA site
- Assisting electricians on site
- Ensuring site was clean and free from hazards
- Adhering to strict health and safety regulations
- Working as part of a team and using initiative when required
Education
South Lanarkshire College
2017.01 - 2017.01
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What’s with Work
2016.01 - 2016.01
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Calderglen High School
East Kilbride 2013.01 - 2017.01
Skills
- Cable termination techniques up to 400KV
- Cable straight joint techniques up to 400KV
- Valid CSCS Card
- Transformer connections
- Work prioritisation
- Cable pulling procedures
- Transformer connection familiarity
- Site cleanliness maintenance
- Basic knowledge of Joinery
- Solid foundation in basic construction skills
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and hand/eye coordination
- PPE usage efficiency
- Communicative efficiency
- Use of safety equipment
- Safety compliance
Hobbies and Interests
In my spare time I enjoy playing football, socialising with friends and watching movies.
Voluntary Work
2018, 2018, Working as a handyman for a family friend in order to gain some construction experience, Re-locating a local shop from existing unit to a new unit within shopping centre, Painting shop in preparation for opening, Labouring duties, Adhering to strict health and safety regulations
Timeline
High voltage cable jointer
Prysmian
2024.02 - Current
Ground Worker
Emmatt Construction
2022.01 - 2023.12
Production Operative
Scotbeef, East Kilbride
2019.01 - 2020.01
Labourer
RVS Electrical Ltd
2019.01 - 2019.01
South Lanarkshire College
2017.01 - 2017.01
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What’s with Work
2016.01 - 2016.01
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Calderglen High School
2013.01 - 2017.01