Andrew Plummer
Leyland,Lancashire
Summary
Security Cleared Communication Infrastructure Technician with extensive experience delivering and maintaining secure communication systems within high-demand UK and overseas Ministry of Defence environments. Advanced technical capability in antenna maintenance, fibre-optic systems, structured cabling and secure network deployment. Qualified to Level 3 Network Cable Installer with CCNA Introduction to Networks training and specialist City & Guilds fibre-optic certifications covering both internal and external environments. I am currently employed as a Course Instructor at RAF Digby, delivering technical training and assessment to Phase 2 and 3 personnel.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Aerial Erector School Course Instructor
RAF Digby
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Deliver structured technical instruction to Phase 2 and Phase 3 trainees in communication infrastructure installation and maintenance.
- Provide training in fibre-optic deployment, structured cabling integration, antenna systems, and secure network implementation.
- Instruct and supervise elevated work procedures including PASMA tower systems and safe access and egress methodologies.
- Conduct formal assessments ensuring compliance with MOD engineering and safety standards.
Communication Infrastructure Technician
RAF Halton / Leeming / Akrotiri
11.2020 - 11.2025
- Delivered reliable communication capability in high-security and overseas operational settings.
- Installed and maintained secure communication infrastructure within operational MOD environments.
- Conducted end-to-end fibre-optic installation and testing across both internal and external environments.
- Maintained and deployed antenna systems.
- Conducted rope access and tower operations in support of infrastructure deployment.
- Operated MEWP and JCB 524-50 MHE equipment for movement and rigging support.
Lifeguard
David Lloyd Leisure - Chorley
01.2015 - 11.2020
Education
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma - Public Services
Runshaw College
Leyland, LancashireSkills
- Fibre Optic Installation (Internal & External)
- Fibre Termination, Splicing & OTDR Testing
- Network Cable Installation & Fault Diagnostics
- Antenna Installation & Maintenance
- Rope Access & Tower Work Operations
- Safety Management & Risk Assessment
Certification
- Security Clearance – UK Ministry of Defence
- City & Guilds Level 2 Award – Fibre Optic Cabling (Internal and External Environment)
- CCNA – Introduction to Networks
- Network Cable Installer – Level 3
- PASMA Low Level Tower (User)
- Level 3 Award in Working in Confined Spaces (Person in Charge)
- Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work
Timeline
Aerial Erector School Course Instructor
RAF Digby
11.2025 - 02.2026
Communication Infrastructure Technician
RAF Halton / Leeming / Akrotiri
11.2020 - 11.2025
Lifeguard
David Lloyd Leisure - Chorley
01.2015 - 11.2020
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma - Public Services
Runshaw College