Ross Matthew Barnard
Summary
Current senior electrical engineer for the GSK ware campus, offering solid foundation in electrical engineering principles combined with strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Knowledgeable about project management, teamwork, and communication, with keen ability to adapt and learn quickly. Ready to use and develop technical expertise, leadership, innovation, sustainability and energy management.
In-depth understanding and knowledge of low voltage and high voltage electrical systems and networks, bringing an advanced understanding of the Pharmaceutical Industry including Manufacturing, Pilot Plant Operations, LAS as well as Public Sector and Government Buildings.
All work is carried out to comply with the current BS7671 wiring regulations and company engineering standards.
Obtained EngTech accreditation with the engineering council and IET, working towards chartered engineer status.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Electrical Engineer
Glaxo Smith Kline
12.2023 - 09.2025
- Appointed high voltage deputy senior authorised person at the GSK ware campus.
- Regularly step up into the role of lead electrical engineer in their absence, taking up the position of the site electrical duty holder and authorising engineer.
- Compex certified EX14 appointed responsible person for hazardous areas across campus, also trained in Compex EX01-04 and EX05-06.
- Lead and Supervise technicians in maintaining LV, and HV systems across campus, overseeing safety and operational efficiency through company standard operating procedures and engineering standards.
- Successfully lead multiple annual site high voltage shutdowns to ensure cables, switchgear, transformers and associated equipment is maintained to prevent production downtime and to ensure compliance with GSK's engineering standards.
- Look to improve system efficiency by troubleshooting complex electrical issues.
- Assessed technical specifications of new projects accurately ensuring optimal resource. Review detailed project documentation, maintaining transparency and traceability throughout the project to ensure accuracy.
- Supervised technical aspects of electrical work on projects, checking system performance, safety and compatibility against company standards.
- Delivered projects on time and within budget following clearly defined work scopes and matching code requirements. Reduced waste generation through efficient use of resources during project execution to prevent cost of waste to the business.
Shift Engineer
Glaxo Smith Kline
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Lead a team of 6 technicians on a day-to-day basis as part of Engineering Technical Services department on the Manufacturing site at Ware.
- Duties included working with the Team of technicians in the Pharmaceutical industry carrying out Electrical maintenance including PPMs, Schneider BMS systems Struxureware and Continuum, Boiler house works, maintaining environmental conditions for manufacturing and production lines, materials handling systems, reactive work on plant and equipment, minor electrical installations/alterations, electrical inspection and testing, hazardous areas inspections and project managing electrical upgrade works on site including FATs and SATs.
- Part of the onsite HV authorised person team (11kV) trained to SAP level, supported annual high voltage site electrical shutdown, working alongside specialist contractors when completing routine maintenance and substation servicing.
Senior Engineering Technician
Glaxo Smith Kline
07.2014 - 03.2022
Shift Electrical Craftsperson
Johnson Controls
01.2010 - 01.2014
Electrical Craftsperson
EMCOR Facilities Services Ltd
01.2006 - 01.2010
Apprentice Electrician
EMCOR Facilities Services Ltd
01.2003 - 01.2006
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) - Building Services Engineering Design
London South Bank University
London 09.2021 -
Higher Professional Diploma - Building Services Engineering Electrotechnical
Hertford Regional College
WareLevel 3 Certificate - Electrotechnical Technology 2330
Harlow College
HarlowTraining
- HV Advanced System Operations (Senior Authorised Person) (Scottish Power)
- City and Guilds (6037) Certificate in HV System Operations (Authorised Person)
- Hazardous areas CompEx Ex14 Requirement of the Responsible Persons duties in explosive atmospheres
- Hazardous areas CompEx Ex01-04 (Gas) & Ex05-06 (Dust)
- NEBOSH – National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
- Level 3 Certificate in Fundamental inspection and testing (2394-01)
- Level 3 Certificate in Periodic inspection and testing (2395-01)
- Level 3 Certificate in the requirements for Electrical Installations (BS7671 2018) 18th Edition (2382-18)
- Level 2 Certificate in Electrical Installation Theory and Practical Part One City and Guilds 2360
- Achievement Measurement 2 (AM2) Practical Skills Test
- Boiler Operators Accreditation Scheme (BOAS)
- AP11 Authorised Person Boilers and Pressure Systems
- Radiation Protection Supervisor
- Spirax Sacro - D6 Steam Boiler Plant Controls and Systems
- Business Improvement Techniques – Process Improvement 500/2154/0 NVQ Level 2
Additional Experience
- High Voltage Permit to work issuer
- High Voltage Sanction to test issuer
- High Voltage Limitation of Access issuer
- Buried Services Permit Issuer
- Confined space permit issuer
- Hot work permit Issuer
- Working at Height Permit Issuer
- ETAP software certified
- First Aid at Work qualified person
- IPAF card holder
Timeline
Senior Electrical Engineer
Glaxo Smith Kline
12.2023 - 09.2025
Shift Engineer
Glaxo Smith Kline
03.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) - Building Services Engineering Design
London South Bank University
09.2021 -
Senior Engineering Technician
Glaxo Smith Kline
07.2014 - 03.2022
Shift Electrical Craftsperson
Johnson Controls
01.2010 - 01.2014
Electrical Craftsperson
EMCOR Facilities Services Ltd
01.2006 - 01.2010
Apprentice Electrician
EMCOR Facilities Services Ltd
01.2003 - 01.2006
Higher Professional Diploma - Building Services Engineering Electrotechnical
Hertford Regional College
Level 3 Certificate - Electrotechnical Technology 2330
Harlow College
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