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Robert Galka

Robert Galka

Yate,South Gloucestershire

Summary

Accomplished technician with expertise in GWO BST training, fibre optic and copper splicing, and railway gate lane maintenance. Demonstrates proficiency in maintenance and repair, service and installation, and technical documentation. Skilled in failure analysis, test data analysis, assembly drawing interpretation, cabling and wiring, network monitoring, network changeover, OTDR operation, and fibre termination techniques. Committed to leveraging technical skills to enhance operational efficiency and ensure seamless network performance.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work history

Field engineer

Cubic
Bristol, Somerset
06.2024 - Current

Conducted thorough on-site inspections to enhance system efficiency.

  • Resolved technical issues swiftly, minimising operational downtime.
  • Installed, tested, and commissioned complex machinery for optimal performance.
  • Maintained rigorous health and safety standards through diligent risk assessments.
  • Performed critical software upgrades to enhance system functionality.
  • Operated sophisticated engineering equipment safely, ensuring high workmanship standards.
  • Developed comprehensive technical reports for upper management review.
  • Troubleshot hardware problems to ensure minimal disruption to operations.

Fibre optic technician

Barden Network Engineering
Bristol, Somerset
06.2014 - 04.2024
  • Installed fibre optic cables quickly and accurately to meet demands of commercial settings.
  • Collaborated with project teams to deliver fibre installations and terminations within guidelines.
  • Terminated fibre optic connectors to enable testing, repair and upgrade works.
  • Tested systems and documented outcomes for ongoing analysis.
  • Identified fibre issues and hazards quickly to enable rapid repair and resolution.
  • Spliced using fusion and mechanical techniques according to job requirements.
  • Engaged power meters and optical time domain reflectometers to test fibre integrity.
  • Resolved issues using troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to maintain fibre optic function.
  • Updated project documentation and client records to reflect installation, testing and maintenance activity.
  • Adapted installations to accommodate single- and multi-mode fibres.
  • Monitored performance of complex telecommunications networks to proactively identify concerns and correct normal problems.
  • Investigated problems with microwave systems and repaired or replaced components.
  • Maintained clear and complete records of installation, maintenance or repair actions.
  • Troubleshot problems with equipment and devices, tracing root causes and correcting problems.
  • Handled regular repairs and maintenance for information and communications equipment.

Cable jointer

Blue Quant
Basingstoke, Hampshire
05.2013 - 05.2014
  • Conducted regular inspections of cable routes to identify potential issues and hazards.
  • Tested cable joints and terminations to validate adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Performed risk assessments before cable installation, prioritising safety protocols.
  • Utilised tools to terminate and splice cables for optimal performance.
  • Applied industry standards and regulations to guarantee compliance in all cable jointing activities.
  • Repaired and replaced damaged cables to enhance overall system reliability.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to plan and execute cable laying projects.
  • Liaised with project managers to coordinate cable jointing schedules and timelines.
  • Worked with external contractors to optimise cable installation processes.
  • Inspected cable joints to identify and repair faults, minimising downtime and disruptions.
  • Spliced using fusion and mechanical techniques according to job requirements.

Telecommunications engineer

Carillon
Doncaster, Yorkshire
04.2011 - 05.2013
  • Troubleshot voice and data cabling to support network connectivity.
  • Travelled to off-site locations to complete necessary service work.
  • Used components and equipment to configure networks and integrate systems.
  • Produced network proposals and executed proposed solutions.
  • Identified and resolved issues with current network systems to avoid bugs and errors.
  • Operated electronic measuring instruments with precision.
  • Troubleshot and repaired telephone, video conferencing and voicemail systems.
  • Analysed critical assets and identified weaknesses and vulnerabilities, implementing countermeasures.
  • Deployed, maintained and monitored telecommunication systems.
  • Interfaced with line providers to install telecommunication links.

Telecom field engineer

Skanska
Shepperton, Surrey
03.2006 - 03.2011
  • Deployed, maintained and monitored telecommunication systems.
  • Designed procedures for installation, security testing and graphical user interface testing.
  • Incorporated quality assurance methodologies in controlling processes and products.
  • Analysed critical assets and identified weaknesses and vulnerabilities, implementing countermeasures.
  • Troubleshot and repaired telephone, video conferencing and voicemail systems.
  • Advised users optimum telecommunications equipment for current performance, functionality and budgetary goals.
  • Operated electronic measuring instruments with precision.
  • Monitored system changes and upgrades, reverting to safe older system versions to prevent disruptions.

Telecom field engineer

Fujitsu
Honiton, Devon
07.2004 - 03.2006
  • Deployed, maintained and monitored telecommunication systems.
  • Designed procedures for installation, security testing and graphical user interface testing.
  • Incorporated quality assurance methodologies in controlling processes and products.
  • Analysed critical assets and identified weaknesses and vulnerabilities, implementing countermeasures.
  • Troubleshot and repaired telephone, video conferencing and voicemail systems.
  • Detected system defects within integrated system units and inter-assemblages through testing.
  • Advised users optimum telecommunications equipment for current performance, functionality and budgetary goals.
  • Operated electronic measuring instruments with precision.
  • Corrected and adjusted instrument reliability by measuring output and comparing results.
  • Monitored system changes and upgrades, reverting to safe older system versions to prevent disruptions.

Telecom field engineer

TP SA
Kielce, Swietokrzyskie Poland
01.1990 - 05.2004
  • Deployed, maintained and monitored telecommunication systems.
  • Designed procedures for installation, security testing and graphical user interface testing.
  • Incorporated quality assurance methodologies in controlling processes and products.
  • Analysed critical assets and identified weaknesses and vulnerabilities, implementing countermeasures.
  • Troubleshot and repaired telephone, video conferencing and voicemail systems.
  • Operated electronic measuring instruments with precision.

Education

A-Levels - Construction

Construction Technical School
Kielce Poland
09/1983 - 06/1989

N23 ,IPAF-Static boom,Unit 2 SWQR,COSH,S001,S002, -

Telecommunication training centres
London,Basingstoke,Liverpool
11/2023 -

Confined spaces - Telecommunication

Openreach training centre
Exeter, Devon

E1, E2, SCU, IPV maintenance - railway gate lane maintenance

Cubic training centre
London
08/2024 - 09/2024

Skills

GWO BST training

Fibre optic and copper splicing

  • Maintenance and repair
  • Service and installation
  • Technical documentation
  • Failure analysis
  • Test data analysis
  • Assembly drawing interpretation
  • Cabling and wiring
  • Network monitoring
  • Network changeover
  • OTDR operation
  • Fibre termination techniques
  • Railway gate lane maintenance

Timeline

Field engineer

Cubic
06.2024 - Current

Fibre optic technician

Barden Network Engineering
06.2014 - 04.2024

Cable jointer

Blue Quant
05.2013 - 05.2014

Telecommunications engineer

Carillon
04.2011 - 05.2013

Telecom field engineer

Skanska
03.2006 - 03.2011

Telecom field engineer

Fujitsu
07.2004 - 03.2006

Telecom field engineer

TP SA
01.1990 - 05.2004

A-Levels - Construction

Construction Technical School
09/1983 - 06/1989

N23 ,IPAF-Static boom,Unit 2 SWQR,COSH,S001,S002, -

Telecommunication training centres
11/2023 -

Confined spaces - Telecommunication

Openreach training centre

E1, E2, SCU, IPV maintenance - railway gate lane maintenance

Cubic training centre
08/2024 - 09/2024
Robert Galka