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Cosmin Ionut Serban

London

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work history

Mobile engineer

CBRE
London, Londoin
02.2022 - Current

Multi-Skilled Mobile Engineer – Residential & Commercial Properties


Experienced and adaptable mobile engineer with hands-on expertise across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance. Skilled in both planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs, ensuring high standards of safety, compliance, and operational efficiency across multiple residential and commercial sites. Adept at diagnosing faults, managing repairs independently, and delivering customer-focused service.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Perform PPM and reactive maintenance across multiple client sites.
  • Diagnose and repair faults on HVAC systems, lighting, plumbing, and mechanical equipment etc.
  • Carry out fabric and building repair works (door handles, tiling, painting).
  • Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.
  • Provide excellent customer service to tenants, site managers, or building occupants.
  • Accurately complete job sheets, reports, and compliance documentation.
  • Respond promptly to emergency call-outs and support urgent repairs.

Mobile engineer

Smart Managed Solutions
London, London
10.2020 - 02.2022

Multi-Skilled Mobile Engineer – Residential & Commercial Properties

  • Provided support and maintenance for residential blocks and Commercial units
  • Installed small works including small pumps, fans, and lighting systems
  • Responded to emergency callouts within SLA timeframes
  • HVAC maintenance
  • Electrical systems (single phase)
  • Plumbing & mechanical repairs
  • Building management systems (BMS)
  • Preventative & reactive maintenance
  • Health & safety compliance (H&S, RAMS)
  • Mobile diagnostics & fault finding
  • Permit-to-work & risk assessments
  • Client communication & reporting


Mobile Maintenance Engineer

The Collective
London, London
11.2018 - 09.2020
  • Travel between multiple hotel locations, possibly within a region or district.
  • Coordinate visits to minimize downtime and disruption.
  • Manage time effectively and ensure all properties are adequately serviced.
  • Maintain records of repairs, materials used, and time spent.
  • Communicate clearly with hotel managers and housekeeping staff.
  • Order supplies or liaise with vendors when specialist work is required.
  • Be on-call for urgent repairs (plumbing leaks, power outages, HVAC failures).
  • Touch-up painting, patching walls, and replacing tiles or carpet squares as needed.
  • Repair or replace damaged furnishings, signage, or décor.
  • Perform scheduled servicing of building systems (e.g., A/C filter changes, water heater checks).
  • Inspect guest rooms, common areas, and service areas for wear, damage, or safety hazards.

Maintenance Operative

Marlin Apartments
London, London
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Performed routine and emergency maintenance in guest rooms, common areas, and back-of-house facilities.
  • Diagnosed and repaired minor electrical, plumbing, and mechanical faults.
  • Assisted in the setup and breakdown of hotel event equipment
  • Maintained inventory of tools and ordered replacement parts as needed
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations
  • Delivered prompt and courteous service to guests and hotel staff

Warehouse picker

Lens Online
Kidderminster, Worcestershire
11.2016 - 07.2017
  • Accurately pick products (contact lenses) from shelves based on pick lists or scanner instructions.
  • Ensure correct product type, quantity, and batch number are selected.
  • Operate handheld scanners, warehouse management systems (WMS), or tablets to track inventory and confirm picks.
  • Work closely with packers, stock controllers, and supervisors.
  • Communicate any issues (stock shortages, errors, delays) promptly.
  • Help with other warehouse tasks during peak times or staff shortages, and being promoted after a few months to stock management.

Electronic installation technician

RGB
Tulcea Romania
07.2013 - 09.2016

CCTV Systems Installation & Maintenance

  • Installed and configured analog and IP-based CCTV systems in commercial and residential properties
  • Terminated and tested coaxial and CAT5/6 cabling for camera systems
  • Programmed and set up DVR/NVR units, configured remote access via mobile and PC
  • Carried out routine servicing and troubleshooting of existing CCTV systems
  • Mounted internal and external cameras at height using safe ladder and scaffold practices
  • Integrated CCTV with access control and alarm systems for full site coverage

Intruder Alarm Systems

  • Installed and commissioned wired and wireless intruder alarms (Crow, Honeywell, etc.)
  • Programmed control panels, sensors, and keypads according to site risk assessments
  • Performed diagnostics and replaced faulty sensors, door contacts, and control panels
  • Connected systems to ARC (Alarm Receiving Centres) and tested GSM/IP modules
  • Provided end-user training on alarm use and emergency procedures

Fire Alarm Installations & Maintenance

  • Installed addressable and conventional fire alarm systems in accordance with standards .
  • Conducted first and second fix wiring, panel setup, and device zoning
  • Performed weekly and monthly fire alarm testing, including sounder and call-point checks
  • Replaced fire alarm panels, detectors, MCPs, and sounders during upgrades
  • Completed fire system handover documentation and as-built drawings

Intercom & Access Control Systems

  • Installed video/audio intercom systems in apartment buildings and offices
  • Wired and programmed door entry systems including Comelit, Hikvision
  • Integrated access control systems with key fob/card readers, maglocks, and electric strikes
  • Diagnosed and repaired faults in door entry systems and carried out regular maintenance

General Responsibilities Across Systems

  • Interpreted technical drawings and wiring diagrams
  • Completed installation reports, maintenance logs, and compliance documents
  • Ensured all systems met current industry standards and regulations
  • Maintained high standards of safety and professionalism on customer sites
  • Worked independently or as part of a team.


Assistant analyst

Colas Europe
Romania Tulcea
08.2010 - 05.2013

Working as an Assistant Analyst in a Quarry

Education

Electronics Equipments

Anghel Saligny
Tulcea /Romania
05.2009

Skills


  • Level 3 Award in the
    Requirements for Electrical
    Installations BS 7671:2018 Amendment 2
  • Highfield Level 3 Award in Legionella Control for
    Responsible Persons
  • Highfield Level 2 Award in Legionella Awareness
    (Hot and Cold Water Systems) (RQF)
  • Level 3 Award in the In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment
  • TQUK Level 1 Health and Safety in a construction Environment
  • Level 3 Certificate In Building Regulation For Electrical Installations in Dwellings
  • Rooftop Safety /Work Restraint -use of permanent fall arrest and work restraint systems
  • EMEA-GWS-UK Confined Space Authorized Person
  • EMEA-GWS-UK-Excavation Awareness
  • All CBRE Talent Coach training

Personal Profile

Responsible, reliable, confident and loyal individual with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Flexible and able to adapt to change. Highly competent with a proven track record of delivering an excellent standard of work.More than 12 years of experience. A hard-working and motivated individual with a number of skills and attributes that are important such as being organised and attention to detail.

Timeline

Mobile engineer

CBRE
02.2022 - Current

Mobile engineer

Smart Managed Solutions
10.2020 - 02.2022

Mobile Maintenance Engineer

The Collective
11.2018 - 09.2020

Maintenance Operative

Marlin Apartments
07.2017 - 07.2018

Warehouse picker

Lens Online
11.2016 - 07.2017

Electronic installation technician

RGB
07.2013 - 09.2016

Assistant analyst

Colas Europe
08.2010 - 05.2013

Electronics Equipments

Anghel Saligny
Cosmin Ionut Serban