Gary Mason
Hemel Hempstead,,Hertfordshire
Summary
Reliable and safety-focused civil engineering operative with hands-on experience in telecommunications infrastructure and network maintenance. Experienced in working outdoors, carrying out physically intensive tasks, and operating both independently and as part of a team. Strong commitment to maintaining high safety standards, following procedures, and planning ahead to anticipate team requirements and support efficient operations. Aiming to transition to a role in railway infrastructure maintenance with Network Rail, utilising transferable engineering skills, strong safety awareness, and a dedicated work ethic.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Civil engineer
Openreach
Luton, Bedfordshire
2023.01 - Current
- Carried out a variety of operational duties including installing new ducting, clearing duct blockages, and completing maintenance excavations to enable repair of damaged underground cables.
- Worked effectively in a team, maintaining clear communication with colleagues to ensure correct equipment and materials were prepared for each job.
- Followed strict health and safety procedures, raising any uncertainties or risks with supervisors to maintain safe working practices.
- Demonstrated reliability in physically demanding outdoor environments while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
- Completed relevant and up-to-date training, including Duct Desilting Jetter operation, showing a strong willingness to learn and develop new skills.
Satellite engineer
Kelly Communications
Dunstable, Bedfordshire
2021.08 - 2022.11
- Installed and maintained satellite systems for Camelot Group.
- Produced comprehensive inspection reports to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Utilised platforms and climbing equipment to ensure safe and efficient reach of infrastructures.
- Consistently presented a proactive, punctual, and organised attitude to all aspects of work.
- Maintained strict deadlines through the successful completion of multiple jobs per day.
Telecommunications engineer
KMCO Group
Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire
2020.03 - 2021.07
- Worked effectively in a team completing underground and overhead fibre installations
- Used A55 fault documentation and maps to identify various fibre routes.
- Maintained high safety standards during roadside work, ensuring cables and equipment did not obstruct pedestrians or ongoing traffic.
Telecommunications engineer
MJ Quinn
Luton, Bedfordshire
2015.01 - 2019.09
- Install telecoms infrastructure by deploying fibre optic and copper cabling to enhance connectivity.
- Executed fibre optic splicing and testing to enhance network reliability.
- Completed fibre network upgrades while maintaining safety, quality, and service standards that aligned with company policies and values.
Skills
- Network troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Fault finding and effective problem-solving
- Maintenance of specialised equipment
- Installation of cabling, ducting and infrastructure systems
- Experience working at height (telecom poles, elevated platforms)
- Comfortable working outdoors in demanding conditions
- Strong awareness of health and safety practices
- Strict adherence to safety regulations and compliance standards
- Able to work effectively as part of a team
Certification
- Full UK Category B Driving License for 10+ years.
- Energy & Utility Skills Register (EUSR) card.
- New Roads & Street Works (NRWSA) card.
Timeline
Civil engineer
Openreach
2023.01 - Current
Satellite engineer
Kelly Communications
2021.08 - 2022.11
Telecommunications engineer
KMCO Group
2020.03 - 2021.07
Telecommunications engineer
MJ Quinn
2015.01 - 2019.09