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
06.2021 - 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
02.2018 - 06.2021
- 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 09.2007 - 07.2009
SHEA Water - Safety Health and Environmental Awareness
EUSR
Staffordshire 05.2024 - 05.2024
Water Hygiene - National Water Hygiene
EUSR
Staffordshire 06.2024 - 06.2024
SWQR - Street Works Qualification
NRSWA
West Midlands 06.2025 - 06.2025
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
06.2025 - 06.2025
Water Hygiene - National Water Hygiene
EUSR
06.2024 - 06.2024
SHEA Water - Safety Health and Environmental Awareness
EUSR
05.2024 - 05.2024
Utility engineer
CL Coms Ltd
06.2021 - Current
Digger Operator/ Ground Worker
CL Coms Ltd
02.2018 - 06.2021
NVQ Level 3 - Civil Engineering
City & Guilds
09.2007 - 07.2009
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