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Daniel Keenan

Colchester

Summary

Highly skilled professional with expertise in creative problem solving and leadership, complemented by excellent communication skills and a positive, friendly demeanour. Demonstrates proficiency in hand and power tools, and possesses an IPAF Static and Mobile Hoist certification, showcasing a strong work ethic and physical agility. Known for being detail-orientated and a fast learner, with a proven track record in team building and problem-solving, aiming to leverage these skills in a dynamic work environment.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Rigger and Telecoms Specialist

Swann Engineering LTD
Colchester, Essex
10.2024 - Current
  • Applied knowledge of weights and angles in lifting objects safely without damage or injury.
  • Performed visual inspections on hardware and slings before each shift-identified potential issues early.
  • Conducted regular checks on cables, pulleys, winches for signs of wear or fatigue.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of materials from trucks, facilitating swift completion of tasks.
  • Managed communication with crane operators using hand signals, promoting efficient teamwork on site.
  • Completed projects within allocated time frame through effective planning and coordination skills.

Poling Gang lead Engineer

Openreach
Colchester
11.2021 - 10.2024
  • Daily duties as Gang lead are to run through the jobs with my team, making sure the vehicles are loaded with the correct equipment that is needed for the day. A team can range from 2 up to 8 people
  • Daily vehicles checks are a must.
  • Maintaining high level of safety both visual and verbal throughout the day. Continue communication with managers, supervisor and team controls to allow for any further works required or uploading photos and notes of tasks completed.
  • Keeping tools both hand held or electronic to a quality standard. Making sure vehicles and equipment are safely stored and lock up overnight.

Telephone Engineer

Openreach BT
South East and London Based
10.2016 - 11.2021
  • Installation and repairing of Telephone lines.
  • Working with the General public or within an office based environment.
  • Working with Broadband both Standard and within the Fibre Network. Also trained and competent to work within the Underground Network.
  • Assisting engineers when necessary if they are in need of a particular skill set I have acquired e.g. tasks within an Exchange, H1,H4 trained, Flat roof, Long ladder. Also mentored many new recruits to help them understand the network.
  • Helping customers on a daily basis whether it be with setting up the home hub or dealing with a customer complaint.
  • Have been a covering manager for different teams within the London and Essex area.

Bus Operator

Stagecoach UK BUS
Barking
02.2016 - 10.2016
  • Kept accurate logs for company records to maintain transparency and accountability.
  • Displayed calm demeanour during peak hours, enhancing overall travel experience for passengers.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of local area landmarks and streets assisting tourists travelling on route.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of vehicle before departure, ensuring roadworthiness.
  • Communicated promptly with dispatchers about delays or accidents causing minimal disruption in service.
  • Completed assigned routes efficiently, contributing to smooth operation of public transport system.
  • Handled unforeseen circumstances like road closures adeptly; rerouted journey quickly without compromising passenger safety.

Telephone Engineer

Openreach BT
South East England
03.2007 - 06.2016
  • Installation and Fixing breakdowns on a daily basis of customers phone lines, Broadband services, both fibre and standard broadband.
  • Helping other engineers with skills I'm trained in e.g. working at heights(long ladders), flat roofs, underground cable network.
  • Helping Customers with any complaints they have and advising appropriately.
  • Also working in Telephone exchanges providing cables to all surrounding areas that feed from that particular exchange.

Carpenter/Joiner

Self Employed
02.2004 - 02.2007
  • Self employed Carpenter/Joiner for different building sites across south east of England, working with many different people and trades.
  • Helped with organising the ordering and receiving of materials and also which trades where needed at what time.
  • Own book keeping and accountancy done.

Warehouse/Sales assistant

Tilemania
Romford
07.2001 - 01.2004
  • Helping the public and trades on a daily basis with measurements of bathrooms/kitchens and more.
  • Dealing with cash, cheques, trade accounts and card machines everyday providing invoices to customers.
  • Checking, ordering and taking orders for stock, also going out on deliveries. Putting new stock out in warehouse and keeping current stock in an accessible and well maintained structure.
  • Also organising delivery dates for customers. Taking part in stock check annually.

Education

Building and Construction - Building and Construction

Barking Collage
2002

GCSE - undefined

Havering College
2001

GCSE -

Royal Liberty School for Boys
2000

Skills

  • Creative problem solving
  • Hand and power tools
  • Detail-orientated
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Fast learner
  • IPAF Static and Mobile Hoist
  • Physically strong and agile
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Positive and friendly
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Team building
  • Leadership

Hobbies

I have three teenage sons who keep me busy with their various hobbies, but in my free time I enjoy playing and learning instruments, I’ve been playing guitar since I was 12, and still enjoy learning new songs. I try to keep fit with free weights and my exercise bike, with Yoga also being a great workout. I’m a football fan and enjoy watching the game at any level. I love reading any type of book especially if the author is Jo Nesbo or Simon Kernick. 

Timeline

Rigger and Telecoms Specialist

Swann Engineering LTD
10.2024 - Current

Poling Gang lead Engineer

Openreach
11.2021 - 10.2024

Telephone Engineer

Openreach BT
10.2016 - 11.2021

Bus Operator

Stagecoach UK BUS
02.2016 - 10.2016

Telephone Engineer

Openreach BT
03.2007 - 06.2016

Carpenter/Joiner

Self Employed
02.2004 - 02.2007

Warehouse/Sales assistant

Tilemania
07.2001 - 01.2004

Building and Construction - Building and Construction

Barking Collage

GCSE - undefined

Havering College

GCSE -

Royal Liberty School for Boys

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