Leon Stewart
Camden
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with a strong foundation in risk management, decision making, and problem solving. Demonstrates excellent communication skills and a proven ability to implement effective processes and manage incidents efficiently. Committed to leveraging these competencies to drive organisational success and seeking opportunities for growth in challenging environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Power Control Room Interim Team Leader
LU
London
2026.01 - Current
- Created and implemented new Victoria Line driver access procedure, reducing operational risk.
- Manage daily power control room operations, including staffing, sickness, leave, overtime.
- Encouraged open communication, fostering a positive work culture.
- Liaise with Power Operations Manager; report desk changes, plant failures, distribution issues.
- Conduct incident fact-finding, document outcomes, and capture learning for prevention measures.
Power Control Room Operator
LU
London
2015.03 - Current
- Manage and switch HV and LV signals using SCADA monitoring and control.
- Operate daily traction-current switching during routine work and emergency response.
- Deliver safety-critical communications to stakeholders across multiple control levels, ensuring alignment and response readiness.
- Understand engineering notices, implement time changes, and confirm planned possessions.
- Release plant assets to support planned and reactive maintenance repairs.
- Document desk activity using LV paperwork and contract information systems to ensure accurate record-keeping.
Plant fitter
LU
London
2010.08 - 2015.03
- Managed breakdowns effectively with quick diagnostics and efficient repair strategies.
- Use of diagnostic tools to quickly identify plant faults.
- Maintained and repaired substation plant across LU power distribution network to ensure reliable power distribution.
- Executed precise calibrations for improved machine performance.
- Led gang to ensure all tools and equipment were prepared for specific jobs, enhancing job readiness.
- Recorded and reported outcomes to highlight recurring failure trends, informing future maintenance planning.
- Conducted rigorous safety assessments to ensure safe working conditions.
Education
HNC - electrical electronic engineering
London South Bank University
LondonNVQ Level 3 - railway engineering
City & Guilds
LondonONC - electrical and electronic engineering
City & Guilds
londonSkills
Team leadership
Risk management
Incident management
Process implementation
Decision making
Problem solving
Adaptable
Excellent communication skills
Affiliations
- Football
- Golf
Voluntary coaching
I manage and coach an Under 9 football team, organising weekly traning session, matches and tournaments.
Timeline
Power Control Room Interim Team Leader
LU
2026.01 - Current
Power Control Room Operator
LU
2015.03 - Current
Plant fitter
LU
2010.08 - 2015.03
HNC - electrical electronic engineering
London South Bank University
NVQ Level 3 - railway engineering
City & Guilds
ONC - electrical and electronic engineering
City & Guilds