Barry Dawson
Skelmersdale
Summary
Experienced railway professional with ten years of hands-on experience in P-way and civil ground works. Skilled in teamwork and independent work, adapting to various project environments. Recognised for reliability, punctuality, and a strong desire to acquire new skills. Focused on contributing to industry advancements through ongoing training and development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Level one track maintenance operative
Network Rail
2025.07 - Current
- Ensured smooth running of trains by performing regular maintenance on railway lines.
- Aided in the rapid restoration of services after extreme weather events by swiftly repairing affected tracks.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills with prompt identification and resolution of track issues.
- Identified potential hazards by conducting thorough inspections of track sites.
- Contributed towards maintaining an efficient rail network by diligently performing scheduled checks and repairs.
- Worked in all weather conditions, showing resilience and dedication to task completion.
- Undertook emergency repairs, minimising disruption to services.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety guidelines during all working hours for accident prevention.
- Assisted in the installation of new rails, ensuring proper alignment for optimal performance.
Civil ground worker
Vital human resources/Siemens
2021.06 - 2025.06
- Elevated & ground level troughing routes
- Platform works and tarmacking
- Installation of LOC bases
- Cable trays
- Installation of UTX's
- Handrails/retaining walls
- Running cable
- Route works
- Installation of speed signs
- Recoveries
- Installation of REBs/SPTs/DNOs
- Palisade fencing
- Installation of key clamps
- Concrete pours for REB's
- Use of small tools
Warehouse Operative
Sainsburys
St Helens
2020.06 - 2021.06
- Order picking & packing
- Unloading & loading goods
- LLOP Driver
PTS Track operative
Amco/Giffen
2019.01 - 2020.04
- Troughing installation
- Stacker box installation
- Root works
- Cable pulling
- Cable installation
- Groundworks
Track Operative
GBR Solutions
2018.07 - 2018.12
- Use of small tools
- Sleeper changing
- Renewals & Re railing
- Stressing
- Devegetation
Ground worker
Giffen Group
2016.05 - 2018.07
- Troughing installation
- Stacker box installation
- Root works
- Cable pulling
- Cable installation
- Groundwork
- Assisting electricians with cabling work
PTS track operative
KJ Rail
2016.01 - 2016.05
- Track renewals
- Pway
- Sleeper changing
- Re railing
- Stressing
- Pad scraping
- Oiling fish plates
Education
GCSE -
St Thomas/OLQP
Skelmersdale 1992.09 - 1997.06
REFERENCES
References available upon request
COURSES
- PTS
- Hand trolley ticket
- CAT scan/C-scope certificate of training
- Small tools (Bushcutter, strimmer, hedge cutter, Generator & road breaker, CANGO, Grinder, Brace of wheel/STIHL saw)
- Safe loading course / Pick up
- Manual Handling
Timeline
Level one track maintenance operative
Network Rail
2025.07 - Current
Civil ground worker
Vital human resources/Siemens
2021.06 - 2025.06
Warehouse Operative
Sainsburys
2020.06 - 2021.06
PTS Track operative
Amco/Giffen
2019.01 - 2020.04
Track Operative
GBR Solutions
2018.07 - 2018.12
Ground worker
Giffen Group
2016.05 - 2018.07
PTS track operative
KJ Rail
2016.01 - 2016.05
GCSE -
St Thomas/OLQP
1992.09 - 1997.06