Military professional with 7+ years of IT experience in Royal Air Force, specialising in complex systems maintenance and troubleshooting. Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional service and achieve successful outcomes consistently. Proven leadership skills through effective team supervision and motivation to meet high standards.
Employed as GSS Junior Non-Commissioned Officer, providing Ground Support Systems in support of Typhoon operations.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Maintained availability of Engineering and Mission Systems for QRA(I) North and Typhoon operations in UK and overseas.
- Supervised execution of engineering activities in accordance with GSS Engineering Order Book and Quality Management System.
- Provided helpdesk and on-site technical support for Typhoon Engineering and Mission Systems at RAF Lossiemouth.
- Ensured configuration control of all fixed and deployable Typhoon Engineering hardware at RAF Lossiemouth.
- Recorded maintenance activities accurately using F700 series documentation in compliance with MAM-P, MAM-D, and AP600.
- Adhered to all Station Quality Management System procedures, promoting continuous improvement.
- Complied fully with statutory Health, Safety, and Environmental procedures.
- Uphold ethos, core values, and standards expected of Royal Air Force personnel.
Promotion to Junior Non-Commissioned Officer within post, as UK Air Surveillance and Control System Engineering Systems Manager.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Managed, supervised, and mentored ICT Technicians on all Flight Safety critical UK ASACS Equipment.
- Coordinated contractor work within Control and Reporting Centre Boulmer, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety regulations.
- Liaised with Operations Surveillance Director to address maintenance issues for North and South UK Air Defence Assets.
- Recorded and actioned all equipment faults within Control and Reporting Centre Boulmer, raising Maintenance Work Orders as necessary.
- Controlled and coordinated major servicing, infrastructure, and equipment projects.
- Produced shift handover brief, maintaining updated Engineering Log and Daily Equipment States Website.
- Delivered comprehensive daily brief to Senior Operations Staff, declaring all equipment states and servicing tasks.
Within a pressurised environment, providing maintenance of systems that are vital to UK Air Defence. These include; Voice Communications System, Command and Control System and Flight Plan Dissemination System.
- Performed scheduled maintenance on UKASACS equipment, minimising operational impact.
- Organised and executed corrective maintenance for essential systems.
- Deputised for Supervisor, supporting Manager in their absence.
- Liaised with military sites and civilian agencies regarding equipment outages.
- Updated Daily Equipment State database, ensuring transparency across the force.
- Adhered to Health and Safety regulations, ensuring compliance among visiting personnel.
- Completed maintenance documentation to maintain accurate engineering records.
- Executed associated duties, recording occurrences with precision.
Deployed to British Forces South Atlantic Islands on a 4 month detachment. Employed within Systems Control (SysCon) part of the Joint Communications Support Unit (JCSU). Working as a shift technician my responsibilities included providing first-line maintenance and support to Defence Digital (DD) assured services across the Mount Pleasant complex and remote mountain sites.
Delivered food and drink services in a fast-paced environment at Ibrox Stadium.
Maintained excellent customer service while engaging with patrons in a 50,000 capacity venue.
Handled monetary transactions accurately to ensure efficient operations.
Database administration and management
Windows system administration
Oracle database
Asset and resource management
Team leadership and management
Network security and operations
Interpersonal communication skills
Troubleshooting and fault finding
Customer service excellence
Cash handling proficiency
Public speaking and presentation skills
Supervisory and leadership abilities
Time management and organization strategies
Maintenance and repair skills
Server management and system maintenance
Military training experience
New Year Honours List 2022 - Team Commendation - Battlespace Management Force ASACS ELS - CRC Engineering Flight