David McKay
Walthamstow
Summary
Skilled fire alarm engineer transitioning from a successful career in facilities management, with a focus on multi-use properties encompassing residential, commercial, and health sectors. Track record of exceptional service delivery and effective management of diverse property needs. Strong communication abilities support productive relationships with clients and colleagues. Aiming to further develop skills in fire alarm and security engineering.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work history
Fire engineer
Retail fire
Tunbridge wells
2019.06 - Current
- Evaluated effectiveness of installed fire detection equipment, recommending necessary adjustments.
- Implemented smoke control systems, resulting in safer evacuation routes during emergencies.
- Developed rigorous fire risk assessments for improved workplace safety.
- Conducted thorough inspections to ensure compliance with strict fire regulations.
- Trained staff on essential fire safety procedures for enhanced awareness and education.
- Informed improvements in current practices through detailed analysis of past incidents.
- Increased efficiency by automating regular checks on sprinkler systems and emergency exits.
- Presented insightful reports detailing findings from regular audits of company premises.
- Participated in site inspections, ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements.
- Worked alongside contractors for seamless installation of bespoke fire protection systems.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and emerging regulations related to fire safety.
- Guided property owners based on findings, implementing necessary actions to enhance fire safety.
- Worked closely with property managers to prioritise and implement fire safety enhancements.
- Investigated design failures in field to determine necessary corrections in future iterations.
- Designed tailored training programmes, fostering a culture of proactive fire safety within the organisation.
Fire and M&E Engineer
Lakeview Property Management
2017.08 - 2026.05
- Fire Alarm Testing.
- Fire Alarm installations and commissioning.
- Fault diagnosis and repair.
- Emergency Lighting testing and reporting.
- Smoke Vent testing fault finding and repairs.
- Smoke Vent Systems experience with D&H, Velux. Haes & Easivent
- Fire alarm panel experience with Kentec, Zeta, Firesafe, C-Tec, Morley, Advanced, Cooper Menvier, JSB, Channel Haes, Rafiki and Fike.
- FIA Training Completed Aug 2017 Units 1,4 & 5
Property Manager
Francis Butson & Associates
2015.10 - 2017.08
- Property Manager for a portfolio of 20+ properties in Home counties.
- Responsible for all aspects of property management with an emphasis on Fire Safety and Health & Safety for the company.
- Developing and maintaining the property to the high standards required.
- Building relations and maintaining good relationships with the developments Directors and leaseholders
- Residential property inspections, to make sure the various properties comply with the.
- Submitting Section 20’s for the developments.
Property Manager
CS2 Residential Management LLP
2013.12 - 2015.10
- Property Manager for a portfolio of 15 residential properties in London and home counties.
- Responsible for all services associated with property management.
- Duties include develop and maintain a positive image of the building in its location, responsible with drafting service charge budgets and expenditure for the sites
- Monitor all activities relating to the sites reporting and taking action as appropriate.
- Regular inspections of the building fabric
- Compiling and maintaining records relating to the site (s); eg HVAC and BMS systems, Lifts, Fire safety, water safety, asset registers, risk assessments, DDA maintaining records and taking any action which may be required.
- Liaise with residents and deal with any operational queries, attend resident meetings and AGM’s
- Liaise with local authorities, Police and Fire services
Building Manager
Corporation of London, Guildhall
2004.01 - 2013.01
- Building Manager for a City Surveyors Investment Property Group, Responsible for 12 Corporate Properties in the Citycore complex.
- Responsible for the buildings various demands of multi functional properties with Office space, retail, Health Sector and Restaurants.
- Duties included carrying out daily checks on health and safety issues such as lighting, lifts, access control systems, reviewing Building Management systems for control of temperature heating/cooling and air supply, reporting any faults to Building Surveyors and M&E contractors, obtaining Quotes for necessary works, supervising all contractors on site and retention of work sheets, maintaining log books for M&E works/security systems cctv and access control /fire detection systems / emergency lighting / water treatment / pest control / waste management / Pre planned Maintenance schedules/ Tenant details and risk assessments.
- Ordering of all consumables for properties.
- Maintaining contact with all tenants to assist them and keep good relations on behalf of the landlord, understanding the relevant tenancy agreements durations notices and service charges, permissible works etc being aware of service charge budgets and cost control within this.
- Supervising Contacted security staff and cleaning staff ensuring the daily services are delivered to a high standard, using KPI’s to monitor and record standards are met.
- Due to high security area liaising with Police and City security contingency team.
Security Officer
Corporation of London, Guildhall
1996.01 - 2004.01
- This position involved varied duties ranging from access control using metal arches and x-ray, reception, telephone switchboard out of hours dealing with all aspects of local Government procedure’s, State Functions and all other functions held within The Guildhall Complex. A major part of my job is dealing with the public and their enquiries both face to face and on the telephone. I also liaise with contractors when on site and arrange out of hours call outs for the City and the City of London Police. Whilst at The Corporation of London I have undergone training courses, including Rapi-scan X-ray and search, Bomb awareness (government backed), Fire fighting, CCTV, Access Control, Access for the disabled, Health & Safety at work, Customer Services, Customer Care and Report writing, Customer Communications, Equal Opportunities, Stress Management and European Computer Driving License.
Security Personnel
Ashley Associates
1996.01 - 1992.01
- Working at Thomas Neal’s Complex in Covent Garden. Duties included patrolling Shopping areas, residential areas and offices within complex. Day to day running of the Complex included opening and closing of Shopping Centre, accepting deliveries, dealing with enquiries from the public, supervising cleaners, training new staff on CCTV, Uni-plex System, Micro mimic Alarms, Intruder and Fire Alarm System and assisting with maintenance call outs
Security Officer
Seecurop Security
1992.01 - 1991.01
- Working at various prestigious sites in Central London. Promoted to Leading Officer, escorting VIP’s, main control centre, assisting site Doctor on emergency calls, working in close contact with local Police. Worked with both public security and resident staff security on a daily basis.
Cutter/Loader
Cavins Internation
1989.04 - 1989.06
Security Guard
Sabrewatch Security
1991.01 - 1989.01
- Working at various retail outlets, mainly Marks & Spenser’s, C&A and Harvey Nichols as part of the security team. Duties included dealing with the public and their safety whilst in the store’s, patrolling the shop floors making citizen arrest when necessary. Worked for Bush house BBC, handling people from around the world and VIPs.
Butcher
Booker Cash & Carry
1988.01 - 1989.01
Trainee Butcher
Clay’s Butchers
1986.01 - 1988.01
Education
O Levels - Maths, English, French, Biology, History, Art, Physical Education
John Bunyan Upper School
BedfordshireSkills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Initiative
- Problem solving
- Flexibility
- Technical skills
- Motivated
- Highly Organized
- Efficient
- Friendly
- Adaptable
- Professional
References
References are available on request.
Hobbies and Interests
My hobbies and general interests are Keep Fit, Rugby, Cycling, Dog agility, Photography, Calligraphy and Cookery.
Accomplishments
Awarded Half School Colours
In House courses obtained at Corporation of London
- Managing Safely (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health)
- Risk assessments
- Fire Safety
- Foundation Skills for managers
- Water Safety
- Sickness/Absence Management
- Energy management (Energy warden)
- Development and team working
- Business and Operational Planning
- Appraisals
- Manhattan Ordering software
- Access (DDA) How to improve your environment
Timeline
Fire engineer
Retail fire
2019.06 - Current
Fire and M&E Engineer
Lakeview Property Management
2017.08 - 2026.05
Property Manager
Francis Butson & Associates
2015.10 - 2017.08
Property Manager
CS2 Residential Management LLP
2013.12 - 2015.10
Building Manager
Corporation of London, Guildhall
2004.01 - 2013.01
Security Officer
Corporation of London, Guildhall
1996.01 - 2004.01
Security Personnel
Ashley Associates
1996.01 - 1992.01
Security Officer
Seecurop Security
1992.01 - 1991.01
Security Guard
Sabrewatch Security
1991.01 - 1989.01
Cutter/Loader
Cavins Internation
1989.04 - 1989.06
Butcher
Booker Cash & Carry
1988.01 - 1989.01
Trainee Butcher
Clay’s Butchers
1986.01 - 1988.01
O Levels - Maths, English, French, Biology, History, Art, Physical Education
John Bunyan Upper School