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Education
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Derek Wiseman

Lochgelly
Derek Wiseman

Summary

A highly motivated and reliable Technical Systems Maintainer. A Team player with the ability to follow complex instructions with ease and use initiative when necessary. Exceptional problem solving, analytical lateral thinking mind, I like the challenge of working under pressure. Strict work ethics and able to work unsupervised and to a tightly timed schedule, I've always been technical at heart relish the challenge of fault finding and rectification of complex systems.

Overview

25
years of professional experience

Work History

AvantiGas Ltd

Process Control Operator
01.2017 - Current

Job overview

  • Highly specialised role of transfer and storage of LPG, national and international customer
  • Role entails Supervise the training of drivers/contractors using the terminal to ensure safe operation of the facilities
  • Audit to ISO 9001 standard of extensive administrative safety & maintenance records keeping, Ensure adequate stocks of LPG are maintained to ensure customer requirements are met
  • Requiring communication of multiple companies of LPG supply chain
  • Clear communication with drivers/hauliers operating in & out of the terminal, in conjunction with the Distribution and Operations Department to ensure seamless supply
  • Understand and administer the safety systems, which control the safe working environment of the terminal and ensure that all relevant permit to work documentation within the location is properly completed and issued to personnel and contractors working on site
  • Carry out the relevant testing of product to ensure quality standards are met
  • To keep testing records ready for inspection at any time audits internal/external
  • I'm fully conversant with all relevant process systems and capable of reacting in a responsible manner to any emergency that arise
  • Managing personnel on site evacuate to safely
  • Care for the mechanical/electrical maintenance of the terminal and maintain up to date records to minimise breakdown preventive measures
  • Responsibility for emergencies within the AvantiGas System and giving technical advice and arranging appropriate response
  • Proficient with bespoke loading software within the terminal, helped develop application in 2020.

Wincanton

HGV Artic Driver
01.2002 - 01.2017

Job overview

  • Selected to move to the AvantiGas (Ex Shell Gas) contract in 2004, duties; transportation of hazardous LPG, vehicle safety and reporting of Maintenance, Loading, transportation and PTO hydraulic Ops, following all strict health and safety guidelines in an extremely hazardous environment, Following all ADR protocols, Customer service interaction on Time sensitive Deliveries
  • Risk assessments of customer sites.

H M Forces: (REME)

Armourer
01.1999 - 01.2002

Job overview

  • Joined the army in April 1999, learned and developed many valuable skills and qualities
  • Successfully trained as a maintainer of highly specialist safety sensitive equipment (Armourer - Small weapons)
  • The course involved skills such as welding, bench fitting and machining, fault diagnosis and repair of instruments
  • Proficient in health and safety in the workplace and first aid trained.

Education

Open University
Milton Keynes

Bachelor Of Engineering from Engineering Mechanics

University Overview

  • City & Guilds in Engineering Maintenance
  • OU DoHE
  • Member of institute of Mechanical Engineers
  • NVQ's Level 2 Information Technology and Application of Numbers
  • Level 2 goods by road and Security
  • Level 3 communication, improve own learning & performance, working with others
  • Standard Grades Maths, English, Physics, PE, Cra] & Design and Geography
  • SCOTVEC National Certificate Module: Digital and Programmable systems
  • Use of specialist DRAGER equipment for LPG sampling and monitoring working environment
  • Telehandler operative

Skills

  • Adaptable, always seeking improvement to processes for safety and cost aspect
  • Able to effectively work alone as sole operator within terminal, self-motivated and conscientious, also work in a tight team environment,
  • Flexible to working hours, currently shift worker with short notice on call requirements
  • Good communica/on skills
  • Very willing to travel and relocate, when necessary, to other sites
  • Able to learn and develop new skills VERY quickly, as I’m always curious to learn everything
  • Knowledge of firefighting equipment use and Maintenance, proficient in First aid
  • Trained in building security, person and vehicle search technique
  • Qualified advanced driver
  • Self-taught and built Bio Diesel processing and application

Additional Information

Additional Information
Valid UK passport. References available on Request.

Personal Hobbies

Personal Hobbies
Enjoy an ac%ve life, camping, snowboarding, running, Vehicle maintenance, Property renova%on

Timeline

Process Control Operator
AvantiGas Ltd
01.2017 - Current
HGV Artic Driver
Wincanton
01.2002 - 01.2017
Armourer
H M Forces: (REME)
01.1999 - 01.2002
Open University
Bachelor Of Engineering from Engineering Mechanics
Derek Wiseman