James Ellis
Cannock,Staffordshire
Summary
A skilled professional with extensive knowledge of civil engineering and a strong focus on health and safety in construction. Demonstrates expertise in team leading, effective communication, and timely project completion, ensuring adherence to road laws and underground utilities recognition. Qualified in street works with proficiency in interpreting construction drawings and maintaining machinery, committed to delivering high-quality results while remaining calm under pressure.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Utility engineer
CL Coms Ltd
Remote, West Midlands
2021.06 - Current
- Collaborated closely with engineering teams on high-complexity issues.
- Collaborated with engineering team for system upgrades and improvements.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing advanced engineering techniques.
- Resolved engineering issues swiftly, minimising delays to production lines.
- Promoted sustainability through effective resource management strategies in utility engineering projects.
- Implemented safety protocols during project execution, promoting a safe working environment for all team members.
- Managed waste water operations with strict adherence to environmental standards.
- Executed health and safety measures meticulously to ensure guest welfare.
- Conducted regular health and safety checks, minimising workplace accidents risk.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments, mitigating potential losses.
- Conducted risk assessments, leading to safer work environments.
Digger Operator/ Ground Worker
CL Coms Ltd
Remote, West Midlands
2018.02 - 2021.06
- Resolved logistical issues swiftly to ensure on-time deliveries.
- Conducted basic vehicle maintenance for optimal performance.
- Contributed significantly to quality control procedures whilst performing groundwork duties.
- Removed unnecessary debris from sites, maintaining tidy and safe working conditions.
- Conducted manual labour tasks, contributing to team efforts towards project completion.
- Excavated materials according to specifications without damaging surrounding area or utilities.
- Adjusted machine settings for specific tasks, optimising equipment performance.
- Operated heavy machinery with precision, preventing damage to surrounding structures.
- Operated machinery and equipment following guidelines to reduce health and safety risks.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Civil Engineering
City & Guilds
Staffordshire 2007.09 - 2009.07
SHEA Water - Safety Health and Environmental Awareness
EUSR
Staffordshire 2024.05 - 2024.05
Water Hygiene - National Water Hygiene
EUSR
Staffordshire 2024.06 - 2024.06
SWQR - Street Works Qualification
NRSWA
West Midlands 2025.06 - 2025.06
Skills
- Knowledge of civil engineering
- Calm under pressure
- Communication skills
- Team leading
- Health and Safety at Work
- Health and Safety in Construction
- Punctual job completion
- Timely and punctual
- Understanding of road laws
- Underground utilities recognition
- Machine maintenance awareness
- Qualified in street works
- Construction drawings
Affiliations
- Playing Golf
- Family Days
- Walking
Timeline
SWQR - Street Works Qualification
NRSWA
2025.06 - 2025.06
Water Hygiene - National Water Hygiene
EUSR
2024.06 - 2024.06
SHEA Water - Safety Health and Environmental Awareness
EUSR
2024.05 - 2024.05
Utility engineer
CL Coms Ltd
2021.06 - Current
Digger Operator/ Ground Worker
CL Coms Ltd
2018.02 - 2021.06
NVQ Level 3 - Civil Engineering
City & Guilds
2007.09 - 2009.07