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Miles Thomas

Summary

Results-driven power network engineer with 3.5 years experience and a proven track record for delivering on complex network projects from concept to completion. Highly skilled in network modelling and analysis with a strong focus on maintaining compliance, and keeping up to date, organised system models. Known for proactively engaging in stakeholder collaboration. Adept at cross-department collaboration ensuring smooth and efficient handovers to allow projects to progress.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

System Planning Engineer

SSE (Networks)
Reading, Berkshire
10.2021 - Current
  • Advanced knowledge of planning, designing, and modelling 11kV, 33kV & 132kV distribution networks.
  • Experienced in software such as Power Factory, PSSe, and Windebut.
  • Carried out generation and demand studies for large customer connections. e.g. PV and BESS.
  • Managed load related expenditure in the network with an outlook toward 2050, with the aim of reducing the number of interruptions, and customer minutes lost whilst on our mission to Net Zero.
  • Interpret customer applications including G99s and single line diagrams.
  • Hosted customer surgery meetings to discuss potential timelines, dependencies, reinforcement and potential for inter-trip or Active Network Management schemes.
  • Proactively interfaced with stakeholders such as NESO, IDNOs, ICPs, and customers.
  • Building and maintaining strong customer relationships.
  • Experience in training, assessing, and approving 11kV demand projects.
  • Skilled at writing detailed technical reports.
  • Provided excellent customer service whilst working in the customer contact centre during stormy weather.
  • Drove business objectives whilst fostering a culture of team work and high performance.

Click and Collect Operative

Morrisons
Haverfordwest , Pembrokeshire
03.2020 - 09.2021
  • Solved technical problems swiftly, minimised disruption to operations.
  • Handled materials carefully to avoid damage or loss.
  • Performed daily checks to guarantee equipment functionality.
  • Assisted colleagues, fostered a positive work environment.
  • Provided excellent customer service during the uncertain time of COVID-19 lockdown.

Lifeguard

Pembrokeshire County Council
Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire
12.2017 - 10.2019
  • Undertook regular professional development training to stay updated on lifesaving techniques.
  • Helped organise special events like swimming competitions, enhancing community engagement.
  • Carried out rescues, and provided first aid where necessary.
  • Inspected safety equipment regularly, ensuring readiness at all times.
  • Regular environmental testing.
  • Effective communication with service users.

Education

NVQ Level 4 - Power Network Engineering

Loughborough
College
10.2021 - 03.2023

GCSEs - GCSEs

Tasker Milward School
Haverfordwest
09.2012 - 08.2018

Electrical Power Networks Engineer

EUIAS (Energy & Utilities Assessment Service)
Reading
02.2024 - 06.2024

Skills

  • Technical report writing
  • Competent with modelling software's
  • Understanding of grid code
  • Demand and generation power flow analysis
  • Project life cycle comprehension
  • Advanced knowledge of distribution systems
  • Cross-team collaboration
  • Stakeholder relationship management
  • Willing and eager to grow in this industry

Achievements

Nominated for SSEN trainee of the year (2022)

Nominated for EUIAS Power Network Engineer award (2023)

Nominated for young engineer of the year (2024)

Affiliations

  • Surfing
  • Cooking
  • Triathlon
  • Hiking

Timeline

Electrical Power Networks Engineer

EUIAS (Energy & Utilities Assessment Service)
02.2024 - 06.2024

System Planning Engineer

SSE (Networks)
10.2021 - Current

NVQ Level 4 - Power Network Engineering

Loughborough
10.2021 - 03.2023

Click and Collect Operative

Morrisons
03.2020 - 09.2021

Lifeguard

Pembrokeshire County Council
12.2017 - 10.2019

GCSEs - GCSEs

Tasker Milward School
09.2012 - 08.2018

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