Kieran Paton
Wishaw,Lanarkshire
Summary
Experienced Utility/Telecommunications Engineer with an extensive background of network installation, civil avoidance, safe outdoor working and street works. I have a proven ability to work within a field based environment and have progressed my career within Openreach commencing as an Apprentice to gaining the appropriate skills to develop as an Advanced Engineer. I have experience in working and collaborating with different teams/people and feel I am able to adapt well to new technologies and procedures. I am a very friendly and approachable person, and an employer would find me flexible, reliable and hardworking. I am also a good time keeper who is organised and I am always keen to learn new skills as well as expand my knowledge and experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Advanced Engineer
Openreach
03.2020 - Current
- Progressed from apprentice Telecoms Engineer to Advanced Engineer.
- Installed, maintained and replaced fibre cables through various environments including roadside locations and confined spaces for example manholes.
- Applied safe digging practices and civil avoidance techniques.
- Used rodding machines, water jetting desilter, duct camera's and flexi drills to attempt to clear blockages/silt.
- Carried out overblow operations.
- Have more recently began to splice and joint fibres.
- Collaborated with different personnel to complete jobs and resolve any infrastructure issues which enhanced my communication skills.
- Complied with all Health and Safety regulations with wearing appropriate PPE, having safe guarding for the public and having the required traffic management when working near or on busy carriageways.
- Maintained a high standard of quality, safety and compliance at all times.
Production Operator
Rosti Automotive, Larkhall
09.2016 - 02.2020
- A plastic moulding injection company who produce products for high end companies such as Jaguar, Land Rover, Toyota and M&S.
- Improved my attention to detail by ensuring all products are correctly moulded and packed in the appropriate way using the correct procedures.
- Adapted quickly to working with different machines and procedures ensuring the customers' needs are met at all times.
- Gained the ability to multi-task by operating various machines at one time whilst continuing to complete the job to a high standard.
- Enhanced my organisational skills by ensuring the appropriate materials are available to me prior to the commencement of my shift. This prevents me from resourcing the materials whilst a machine is operating and allows me to complete the job to the best of my ability.
Sales Assistant
Morrisons, Lanark
10.2012 - 08.2016
- Improved my commercial awareness and customer service skills through daily dealings with a variety of customers.
- Enhanced my ability to multi-task and work in a busy and pressurised environment.
- Adapted my communication skills by answering internal calls and liaising with fellow team members.
- Responsible for supervising the grocery department when required. This developed my leadership and time management skills as I had to delegate tasks to members of the department and make sure the work was completed to a satisfactory standard.
- Developed my attention to detail by checking the shelf edge label matched the product and displayed the correct price to avoid any customer queries.
Education
University of Highlands and Islands, Lews Castle College
09.2015 - 06.2017
New College Lanarkshire – Motherwell Campus
08.2012 - 06.2014
St Aidan's High School, Wishaw
08.2006 - 06.2012
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Quick Learner
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Adaptable
- Reliable
- Friendly and Approachable
- Organisational Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Positive Attitude
Certification
• Street Works Qualification – LA & O1 (Signing, Lighting & Guarding)
• Water Jetting Association – City & Guilds Accredited
• Energy & Utility Skills Register
• Full UK Driving Licence
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Music: I play many musical instruments including guitar and drums. I have previously worked with many different bands in the local area and have played live music in many different venues across Scotland.
Sports and Fitness: I am an avid gym goer as well as enjoy playing a regular game of 5-a-side's and also play golf. Darts is also another activity I enjoy playing.
Technology: I have an interest in technology and computers and the impact it has on modern society in recent years. I also have the capability to use many computer software programmes including a vast range of Microsoft packages.
REFERENCES
Available on request.
Timeline
Advanced Engineer
Openreach
03.2020 - Current
Production Operator
Rosti Automotive, Larkhall
09.2016 - 02.2020
University of Highlands and Islands, Lews Castle College
09.2015 - 06.2017
Sales Assistant
Morrisons, Lanark
10.2012 - 08.2016
New College Lanarkshire – Motherwell Campus
08.2012 - 06.2014
St Aidan's High School, Wishaw
08.2006 - 06.2012