Experienced leader in power system analysis and team management, ensuring adherence to safety standards and operational efficiency. Skilled in high voltage equipment handling and crane operations, with a track record of effective client communication and problem resolution. Certified in emergency care (L3) and water safety, focused on improving auditing processes.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work history
Subsea Cable Engineer
BT
Bude, UK
04.2022 - 08.2025
Ensured operational reliability of BT subsea assets through maintenance and fault resolution across UK and Europe.
Led a team for subsea operational monitoring to enhance overall performance.
Performed asset surveillance to safeguard subsea cable security.
Project managed a team for effective cable recovery operations.
Provided on-call support one week in three, ensuring rapid response capabilities.
Served as leader, trainer, and coach for subsea safety protocols.
Oversaw 24-hour control centre for first-line response to incidents.
Covered management duties periodically to ensure seamless operational oversight.
Field Engineering IXD Power Engineer
BT
Cornwall/Devon
09.2005 - 04.2022
Performed detailed maintenance and diagnostics for power equipment and HV substation in Cornwall and Devon.
Executed electrical testing and inspections of BT buildings to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
Provided call-out services to maintain operational continuity for exchange customers.
Led electrical testing and battery replacement projects, significantly improving equipment reliability.
Collaborated with customers and operations teams to develop effective problem-solving strategies.
Achieved HV Authorised Person status for Goonhilly, Plymouth, and Bude Subsea cable station.
Covered management duties periodically to ensure seamless operational oversight.
Subsea and Satellite Power Engineer
BT
Goonhilly Earth Station, UK
09.1996 - 09.2005
Day to-day work activities include routine maintenance, fault diagnostics, planning, implementation and installation of a wide range of power equipment at Goonhilly Earth Station, Bude Haven and Landsend Cable Stations.
Managed HV responsibilities at Goonhilly Earth Station on 11KV substations and transformers.
Maintenance and repair of the antenna drive systems at Goonhilly.
Performed Site Representative duties for customers in Subsea cable and Satellite sectors.
To suggest and implement new ideas whilst striving for low-cost effectiveness.
Delivered prompt out-of-hours call-out service to meet customer requests efficiently.
Liaised with customers and operational personnel to identify effective solutions for faults and issues.
Education
Level 3 Certificate in Inspection, Testing & Certification of Electrical Installations -
City & Guilds
Cornwall
Level 3 Certificate in Management -
Chartered Management Institute
Camborne, Cornwall
HNC Electrical/Electronic Engineering -
Cornwall College
Camborne, Cornwall
BTEC National Certificate in Electrical/Electronic Engineering - undefined
Cornwall College
City & Guilds 236 Electrical Installation Theory - undefined
Cornwall College
Modern Apprenticeship in Telecommunications - undefined
Prosper
BTEC National Diploma in Motor Vehicle Studies - undefined
Cornwall College
Skills
Team leadership
Power system analysis
Safety compliance
Creative problem solving
Operational auditing
Client liaison
High voltage equipment handling
Cranes and hoists operation
Emergency care (L3)
Water safety qualification
Trainer
Affiliations
Running
Rugby/Coach
Fishing
Timeline
Subsea Cable Engineer
BT
04.2022 - 08.2025
Field Engineering IXD Power Engineer
BT
09.2005 - 04.2022
Subsea and Satellite Power Engineer
BT
09.1996 - 09.2005
BTEC National Certificate in Electrical/Electronic Engineering - undefined
Cornwall College
City & Guilds 236 Electrical Installation Theory - undefined
Cornwall College
Modern Apprenticeship in Telecommunications - undefined
Prosper
BTEC National Diploma in Motor Vehicle Studies - undefined
Cornwall College
Level 3 Certificate in Inspection, Testing & Certification of Electrical Installations -