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Blake Higginson

GRAVESEND,Kent

Summary

Detail-oriented Electrical Improver skilled in installing and terminating electrical systems. Implements safe and efficient electrical solutions to enhance functionality and compliance. Contributes to sustainable initiatives through the installation of electric vehicle chargers.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrical Improver

Tekna Electrical
London
09.2025 - 02.2026
  • first fixed lighting and power circuits for efficient energy distribution
  • terminated distribution boards ensuring safe and reliable power supply
  • Terminated street light fixtures to ensure functionality and safety.
  • installed high level containment to support electrical infrastructure
  • Installed electric vehicle chargers in the car park to support sustainable transport.
  • Second fix of lighting and PIRs.

Electical installer and supervisor

PLR Building Services
London
09.2024 - 09.2025
  • Oversaw installation of life safety systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing occupant safety.
  • Installation and connection of fan sets, MCC panels, and isolators on high-rise roofs.
  • Completed installation jobs to quality standards within required timeframes.
  • Maintained safety protocols through rigorous monitoring of equipment and materials usage, minimising risks on site.
  • Reported on works progress and monitored construction timelines, ensuring adherence to schedule and facilitating timely project completion.

Electrical Installer

HSC Candela
London
08.2020 - 09.2024
  • Installed fire alarms to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Installed life safety dampers to enhance building safety.
  • Installed and connected extract fan sets on high-rise roofs to improve air quality and ventilation.
  • Oversaw installation processes across multiple sites.

Electrical Improver

L. Harvey & Sons
London
05.2017 - 03.2020
  • Installed containment systems to ensure safety compliance in designated areas.
  • Installed and connected electrical cables in compliance with safety standards.
  • Terminated distribution board connections to ensure operational integrity.
  • Installed and secured armoured cables to connect electrical systems.

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Electrical Installation

Greenwich Community College
London, ENG
2009

NVQ Level 4 - Mechanical Engineering

East London Technical College
East London RSA
1996

Skills

  • Electrical rewiring
  • Electrical fitting
  • Wiring installation
  • Electrical maintenance
  • IPAF
  • 18th edition wiring regulations

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
Afrikaans
Advanced
C1

Timeline

Electrical Improver

Tekna Electrical
09.2025 - 02.2026

Electical installer and supervisor

PLR Building Services
09.2024 - 09.2025

Electrical Installer

HSC Candela
08.2020 - 09.2024

Electrical Improver

L. Harvey & Sons
05.2017 - 03.2020

NVQ Level 3 - Electrical Installation

Greenwich Community College

NVQ Level 4 - Mechanical Engineering

East London Technical College
Blake Higginson