Stuart White
London,Greater London
Summary
I'm a motivated professional demonstrating strengths in technical troubleshooting and project planning. I'm reliable and dependable with a strong work ethic forged over two decades of freelancing in a tough industry. I'm committed to delivering high-quality electrical installations and maintenance.
I'm a calm and emotionally intelligent individual, a problem solver and a good communicator.
Overview
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1
Language
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 2 Electrician
Serco
London, London
06.2026 - Current
- Installed electrical wiring and accessories into commercial buildings.
- Worked with on-site teams, executing wiring installation, maintenance and equipment testing.
- Installed emergency lighting and back-up battery systems.
- Troubleshot electrical issues using specialist testing devices.
- Identified hazards, defects, or repairs required through electrical testing.
- Conducted routine maintenance and testing on commercial and domestic electrical systems, ensuring systems worked safely and within electrical guidelines.
- Managed installation of various electrical systems to customer specifications.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements.
- Coordinated with other tradespeople to ensure electrical work was completed efficiently.
- Maintenance and replacement and/or repair of specialist carering equipment
- Fitting, wiring and testing of isolators for specialist equipment
- Remedial work including fitting, wiring and repairing commercial lighting and power sockets.
Electrical Improver
J&E Electrical
London, London
02.2025 - 05.2026
- Diagnosed and replaced failed domestic electrical components following safety standards.
- Upgraded existing electrical systems to meet current regulations and improve energy efficiency.
- Managed inventory of electrical supplies and tools, ensuring availability of necessary materials for all projects.
- Wrote electrical installation condition reports, minor works certificates and short form risk assessments to inform future decision-making.
- Planned electrical wiring layout and installation based on job specifications.
- Installed, tested, and maintained electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings, adhering to safety standards and regulations.
- Worked with large on-site teams, executing wiring installation, maintenance and equipment testing.
- Troubleshot electrical issues using specialist testing devices.
- Conducted routine maintenance and testing on commercial and domestic electrical systems, ensuring systems worked safely and within electrical guidelines.
- Consulted with customers before repair jobs to better diagnose and fix issues.
- Responded to emergency callouts to promptly restore power and heating.
Lighting Cameraman
Freelance
London, London
01.2012 - 01.2024
- Managed lighting setups for various scenes, enhancing mood and character development through meticulous planning.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of cinematography trends and technologies, applying new methods to enhance film quality.
- Supervised post-production processes, including colour grading and visual effects integration, to maintain artistic vision.
- Set up microphones, cameras and output devices to match technical requirements.
- Developed shot lists and storyboards in collaboration with directors, streamlining production efforts and ensuring coherence.
- Operated advanced camera equipment, including dollies, cranes, and steadicams, to capture dynamic shots.
- Conducted location scouts with production teams, identifying optimal filming sites that met creative and logistical requirements.
- Assessed environmental conditions on outdoor shoots, adjusting techniques to maintain consistent lighting and exposure.
- Coordinated activities based on deadlines and available resources.
- Negotiated with equipment suppliers to secure high-quality gear within budget constraints, maximising resource efficiency.
- Maintained electric and electronic equipment to ideal standard.
- Customised lighting designs to directors' specifications, contributing to the artistic vision of productions.
- Conducted regular maintenance and troubleshooting of lighting equipment to prevent technical issues.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Electrical Installation 2365-3
City & Guilds
London, ENG01-2025
NVQ Level 3 - BS 7671 18th Edition
City & Guilds
London, ENG01-2024
NVQ Level 2 - Electrical Installation 2365-2
City & Guilds
London, ENG01-2024
Skills
- Electrical rewiring
- Electrical fitting
- Wiring installation
- Electrical maintenance
- Risk assessment
- Customer consultation
- Inventory management
- Equipment negotiation
- Team coordination
- Technical troubleshooting
- Project planning
- Wiring troubleshooting
- Honest and reliable
- Communication
- Circuit installation
- Electrical repairs
Languages
English
First Language
Hobbies and interests
- A skilled house renovator, electrical and joinery, landscaping and decorating
- A great cook, I enjoy all cuisines and regularly experiment with new recipes
- Art history literature - Baroque, Renaissance, Classical
- Natural History
- Sport and healthy exercise
Timeline
Grade 2 Electrician
Serco
06.2026 - Current
Electrical Improver
J&E Electrical
02.2025 - 05.2026
Lighting Cameraman
Freelance
01.2012 - 01.2024
NVQ Level 3 - Electrical Installation 2365-3
City & Guilds
NVQ Level 3 - BS 7671 18th Edition
City & Guilds
NVQ Level 2 - Electrical Installation 2365-2
City & Guilds