Douglas Gibson
Ashgill,South Lanarkshire
Summary
Proactive team worker with understanding of electrical & mechanical engineering principles. Background in maintenance and troubleshooting to address and prevent faults. Familiar with technical terminology and safety procedures in the Rail industry .
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Ramp agent
Worldwide Flight Services
Edinburgh , Edinburgh
10.2022 - Current
- Performed mathematical functions to interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions.
- Handled luggage and freight with care to avoid damage and loss risks.
- Reported equipment malfunctions to supervisors for immediate attention, avoiding delays.
- Loaded vehicles using best practices to avoid over-weight or balance issues.
- Sorted luggage into appropriate locations to enable accurate transfer and loading.
- Lifted oversized and heavy luggage safely to maintain condition and reduce risk.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo, luggage and freight quickly to meet aircraft turnaround targets.
- Assisted crews and travellers with large bags and heavy luggage, aiding prompt aircraft turnarounds.
- Maintained excellent physical fitness levels to safely meet manual handling requirements.
- Located and secured stairs and bridges for passenger boarding and disembarkation.
- Kept airport schedules running smoothly through rapid luggage and aircraft turnarounds.
- Coordinated ground crew activities, enabling timely task completion according to strict schedules.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
Lead Technician
Brodie Engineering Ltd
Kilmarnock , Ayrshire
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Troubleshot problems and diagnosed system faults.
- Promoted safe working environment by implementing regulatory standards, policies and guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Operated forklift trucks to unload and transport goods.
- Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Actively listened to customers to fully understand requests and address concerns.
Team Leader
Brodie Engineering Ltd
Kilmarnock , Ayrshire
05.2013 - 06.2019
- Troubleshot problems and diagnosed system faults.
- Picked up additional tasks to aid team success.
- Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Met schedule using excellent planning and coordination skills.
- Inspected products and services to comply with quality standards.
- Explored and created new ways to resolve problems with processes, technology or team members to improve overall efficiency.
- Resolved customer queries and problems using effective communication and providing step-by-step solutions.
- Promoted safe working environment by implementing regulatory standards, policies and guidelines.
- Demonstrated outstanding product knowledge to achieve high customer satisfaction levels.
- Optimised team training and staff development.
- Developed excellent working knowledge of industry trends and improvements in processes.
Electrician
Brodie Engineering ltd
Kilmarnock , Ayrshire
06.2009 - 06.2013
- Adhered to health and safety guidelines throughout jobs by conducting risk assessments, monitoring surroundings, following procedures and utilising PPE.
- Installed safety systems, including emergency lighting, uninterruptible power systems and battery systems.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Completed electrical work, including maintenance, installation and repairs within budgets.
- Independently troubleshot electrical issues using digital multimeters and battery analysers.
- Negotiated with suppliers to source components at competitive prices.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Inspected and regularly tested wiring to verify proper and safe working order.
- Planned electrical wiring layout and installation based on job specifications.
- Troubleshot electrical issues using specialist testing devices.
Apprentice Electrician
Brodie Engineering ltd
Kilmarnock , Ayrshire
04.2005 - 06.2009
- Worked in team-based environment to accomplish projects.
- Utilised knowledge and equipment to test wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Listened to directives of senior electrical professionals to complete safe, accurate and efficient tasks.
- Adhered to company standards and HSE regulations for work site safety.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organised for efficient operations.
- Gathered required tools and equipment for each task to increase efficiency.
- Maintained organisation, cleanliness and safety in all work areas.
- Demonstrated strong foundation of safety knowledge and implemented industry best practices.
- Resolved issues with existing systems and replaced malfunctioning parts.
- Inspected existing wiring to identify problems such as short circuits.
- Measured and prepared supplies for electrical tasks.
- Put in new new electrical components, fixtures and motors.
- Collaborated with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Transported supplies from headquarters to job site using company vehicles.
Education
HNC - Electrical Engineering
Glasgow kelvin College
Glasgow 2023
Scottish Qualifications Certificate -
Larkhall Academy
Larkhall, Southlanarkshire2005
Skills
- Employee-focused
- Goal-setting
- Staff appraisals
- Hand signalling
- Team building
- Time management
- Customer-focused
- Brake inspections
- Rolling stock management
- Train safety checks
- Signalling equipment
- Incident reporting
- Rolling stock standards
- Defect troubleshooting
- Engine maintenance
- Coupling and uncoupling techniques
- Train HVAC systems
Timeline
Ramp agent
Worldwide Flight Services
10.2022 - Current
Lead Technician
Brodie Engineering Ltd
09.2019 - 06.2022
Team Leader
Brodie Engineering Ltd
05.2013 - 06.2019
Electrician
Brodie Engineering ltd
06.2009 - 06.2013
Apprentice Electrician
Brodie Engineering ltd
04.2005 - 06.2009
HNC - Electrical Engineering
Glasgow kelvin College
Scottish Qualifications Certificate -
Larkhall Academy
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