James Samuel
Hanwell,London
Summary
Experienced Dual Fuel Engineer with focus on safety and customer satisfaction. Skilled in diagnosing , ensuring energy efficiency, and delivering top-notch service. Improved system reliability and reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and problem-solving.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work history
Duel Fuel Engineer
Gas Care
North Yorks, North Yorkshire
2025.04 - Current
- Readied workplace with necessary tools before commencing each project resulting in improved productivity.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to customers' energy supply.
- Replaced faulty parts promptly, minimising downtime of energy supply in homes and businesses alike.
- Updated old meter systems with smart meters, increasing accuracy in readings taken by clients.
- Tested equipment regularly, ensuring optimal operation of dual fuel systems.
- Provided advice to customers on energy usage, supporting their cost-saving efforts.
- Adapted quickly to changes in technology within the industry, maintaining up-to-date skills and knowledge.
Duel fuel engineer
EDF ENERGY
Bexleyheath , London
2017.09 - 2025.01
- Readied workplace with necessary tools before commencing each project resulting in improved productivity.
- Developed explosive ordnance materials for military use according to precise specifications.
- Examined project plans and locations to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Conducted thorough inspections for identifying and rectifying faults within dual fuel systems.
- Ensured safety by rigorously adhering to compliance standards for dual fuel installations.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to customers' energy supply.
- Adapted quickly to changes in technology within the industry, maintaining up-to-date skills and knowledge.
- Replaced faulty parts promptly, minimising downtime of energy supply in homes and businesses alike.
- Installed new gas and electric meters to enhance energy consumption monitoring.
- Maintained accurate records of all work carried out, aiding future servicing needs.
- Updated old meter systems with smart meters, increasing accuracy in readings taken by clients.
- Tested equipment regularly, ensuring optimal operation of dual fuel systems.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Provided advice to customers on energy usage, supporting their cost-saving efforts.
Prison officer
HMP
Feltham , Middlesex
2005.08 - 2017.08
- Identified and neutralised security threats in line with official policy.
- Participated in rehabilitation activities to promote reintegration into society.
- Supported inmates with personal issues, assisting their emotional well-being.
- Fostered positive relationships with inmates through consistent communication and respect.
- Ensured prisoner safety with regular cell checks.
- Handled difficult situations calmly, ensuring minimal disruption within the facility.
- Built respectful but assertive relationships with prisoners, utilising innate negotiation abilities to maintain peace and promote positive environments.
- Escorted new prisoners to designated cells and locked them in.
- Diligently supervised prisoners throughout shifts including during meal times, recreation periods, sport and work assignments.
- Mentored individuals to minimise likelihood of re-offending.
- Kept accurate and timely data in prisoner records and carried out other administrative duties.
- Performed spot checks to assess compliance to regulations and provide deterrence.
- Identified detainees in need of specialised health and wellbeing support.
- Identified vulnerable people in custody and handled instances of self-harmin accordance with SPS Talk To Me protocols.
- Encouraged prisoners to participate in work and education programmes.
- Managed conflict situations between inmates, maintaining a harmonious environment.
- Patrolled prison areas to prevent escapes and unauthorised access for secure premises.
- Performed thorough searches of prisoners and cells to reduce contraband items.
- Responded effectively to emergencies by utilising established protocols.
- Received, inducted and discharged prisoners following established procedures.
- De-escalated threatening behaviours, using restraint techniques when necessary.
Airport security agent
A.D.I
Heathrow , Middlesex
2002.04 - 2005.08
- Ensured safety by thoroughly screening passengers and luggage.
- Assisted in emergency response drills, improving readiness of the team.
- Employed covert surveillance to monitor individuals and gather evidence of violations.
- Identified safety risks by analysing reports and camera footage.
- Implemented strict baggage checks to avoid transfer of illegal items.
- Carried out body searches and baggage searches on passengers and staff.
- Performed thorough cargo checks and inspections to uncover contraband.
- Screened passengers and belongings to clear for boarding.
- Checked staff ID and passenger boarding cards before granting access to secure areas.
- Ensured passenger comfort by explaining security procedures clearly.
- Remained calm and professional under pressure to responsibly handle security emergencies.
- Carried out regular patrols around airside and landside locations, access control and passenger and x-ray screening.
General assistant
TRS
Southall , Middlesex
1995.09 - 2002.03
- Partnered with management to implement processes and complete special projects.
- Dealt with complaints professionally leading to swift problem resolution.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, enhancing financial integrity.
- Worked on till operations efficiently reducing queues at the checkout.
- Checked and processed incoming deliveries, unpacking and storing with care to avoid stock damage.
Education
Low pressure gas training
Logic4training Ltd
Luton2022-09
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Logic4training
Northolt 2017-11
GCSEs - English maths geography
Ealing green high school
Ealing Broadway 1989-06
Skills
- Instrument testing
- Electrical engineering proficiency
- Effective communication
- Diagnostic Testing
- Decision making
- Site clean up
- Smart meter expertise
- Energy efficiency knowledge
- Gas leak detection
- Dual fuel meter installation
- Flexible working hours
- Smart metering equipment handling
Timeline
Duel Fuel Engineer
Gas Care
2025.04 - Current
Duel fuel engineer
EDF ENERGY
2017.09 - 2025.01
Prison officer
HMP
2005.08 - 2017.08
Airport security agent
A.D.I
2002.04 - 2005.08
General assistant
TRS
1995.09 - 2002.03
Low pressure gas training
Logic4training Ltd
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Logic4training
GCSEs - English maths geography
Ealing green high school