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Certification
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Stephen James

Taffs Well,Cardiff

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in building services and electrical fault finding, complemented by a strong foundation in health and safety compliance. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills, leadership, and team-building abilities, honed through significant experience within the hotel sector. Holds F-Gas Certification and First Aid at Work credentials, ensuring high standards of organisation and compliance. Committed to leveraging problem-solving skills to drive operational excellence and enhance service delivery.

Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.

Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.

Hard-working [Job Title] with strong organisational skills. Achieves company goals through exceptional planning and prioritisation.

Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Service / Project Manager

Dragon Airconditioning ( Service ) ltd
Caerphilly, Caerphilly County Borough
10.2010 - Current
  • Responsible for the organisation of six Service Engineers , carrying out planned maintenance , reactive and remedial works. Supporting these engineers with technical support when required to all aspects of refrigeration , air-conditioning and AHU equipment.
  • Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge with hands on experience in the Building Services industry , predominantly in the Hotel Sector.
  • F-Gas compliant with many years of experience in air-conditioning , VRF , Split and package systems , refrigeration experience on cold storage , cellar cooling and chilled water plant.
  • My current position as Services Manager , I have hands on experience of completing evaluation reports , ensuring equipment is maintained , cost effective to repair for the client , continues to operates safely and efficiently , limiting the down time of equipment in the event of failure.
  • Delegating works to suit the respective engineer skill set to ensure works are complected correctly , safely and within budget.
  • Following up on engineer reports with client quotations , sourcing materials , spares and equipment.
  • Organising and arranging client requirements for planned maintenance , breakdown diagnostics and remedial repairs
  • Ensuing engineers and staff are all compliant with their respective training and health and safety training.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Air-conditioning Service Supervisor

Wathes Air-conditioning Ltd
Leicester, Leicestershire
02.1997 - 10.2010
  • Minimised safety risks with thorough inspections and maintenance schedules.
  • Managed multiple projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality work.
  • Facilitated productive client meetings ensuring clear communication of complex technical concepts.
  • Liaised with clients, understanding their needs and translating them into technical requirements.
  • Resolved complex issues, applying troubleshooting and critical thinking to address numerous technical solutions.
  • Monitored KPIs and implemented swift change management to address potential delays.

Service engineer

Action Air-conditioning ( Ltd )
Cardiff, Cardiff
07.1993 - 02.1997

Service Engineer , responsible for the planned maintenance , reactive repair and remedial works on all aspects of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment.

  • Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills, consistently resolved challenging technical issues.
  • Performed extensive repair works to restore functionality in faulty machines.
  • Maintained excellent customer relations, provided expert technical advice on machine management.
  • Purchased new parts and monitored inventory.

Apprentice Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engi

MacWhirter Ltd
Cardiff, Cardiff
09.1985 - 07.1993
  • Worked diligently to meet customer needs, resulting in increased satisfaction levels.
  • Developed practical skills for enhanced productivity through hands-on training.
  • Took initiative in learning new techniques, leading to improved performance.
  • Engaged productively in teamwork activities; fostered stronger relationships among colleagues.
  • Assisted senior staff members for better project execution.
  • Maintained clean and safe working environment, enhancing overall efficiency.
  • Utilised technical knowledge for problem-solving during challenging situations.
  • Gained proficiency in industry-specific software tools with rigorous practice sessions.
  • Maintained strong work ethic, displaying enthusiasm for industry and career growth.
  • Finished on-the-job training within set deadlines.

Education

B-Tech Refrigeration and Air-conditioning - Refrigeration & Air-conditioning

Llandaff College of Further Education
Cardiff
09.1985 - 06.1989

Site Manager Site Safety ( SMSTS ) - Construction

CITB
Cardiff
10.2024 - 10.2024

CITB - Refrigeration & Air-conditioning

F-Gas
Cardiff
03.2011 - 03.2011

First Aid at Work - Construction

First Aid at Work
Cardiff
09.2023 - 09.2023

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Team building
  • Leadership
  • Problem-solving
  • Knowledge and experience in Building Services
  • Knowledge and experience in electrical fault finding
  • Organisation and compliance
  • F-Gas Certification
  • First Aid at Work
  • Health and Safety compliant
  • Experience in working within the Hotel sector

Affiliations

  • Enjoy watching local sport , predominantly rugby , walking attending the gym and generally keeping fit.

Certification

F-Gas

SMSTS ( Site Safety Management )

First Aid at Work

Timeline

Site Manager Site Safety ( SMSTS ) - Construction

CITB
10.2024 - 10.2024

First Aid at Work - Construction

First Aid at Work
09.2023 - 09.2023

CITB - Refrigeration & Air-conditioning

F-Gas
03.2011 - 03.2011

Service / Project Manager

Dragon Airconditioning ( Service ) ltd
10.2010 - Current

Air-conditioning Service Supervisor

Wathes Air-conditioning Ltd
02.1997 - 10.2010

Service engineer

Action Air-conditioning ( Ltd )
07.1993 - 02.1997

Apprentice Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engi

MacWhirter Ltd
09.1985 - 07.1993

B-Tech Refrigeration and Air-conditioning - Refrigeration & Air-conditioning

Llandaff College of Further Education
09.1985 - 06.1989
Stephen James