Thomas Bostock
Stafford,Staffordshire
Summary
Experienced engineer now seeking a more technically challenging role within a forward-thinking infrastructure, networking, or data communications company where I can continue developing into a senior engineering or network-focused position.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Cable Installer
JBrand
05.2023 - Current
- Installed and terminated structured cabling systems including Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, Cat7, and fibre optic infrastructure.
- Delivered installations for CCTV systems, wireless access points, EPOS systems, and access control equipment.
- Conducted Wi-Fi surveys and assisted with wireless network optimisation projects.
- Installed and configured network cabinets, patch panels, and associated IT hardware.
- Performed cable testing, fault finding, certification, and troubleshooting across commercial environments.
- Worked on nationwide customer projects including office environments, retail sites, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Maintained high standards of workmanship, health & safety compliance, and customer service on all projects.
- Assisted senior engineers and project teams with infrastructure rollouts and technical deployments.
Network Engineering Apprentice
DGL Networks
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Assisted with nationwide Tesco store refit and refresh projects involving structured cabling and IT infrastructure upgrades.
- Installed and terminated Cat5e/Cat6 data cabling for EPOS systems, access points, CCTV, and back-office network equipment.
- Supported installation and relocation of network cabinets, patch panels, switches, and associated IT hardware.
- Assisted engineers with fibre optic cabling installation, containment, routing, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Carried out cable dressing, labelling, patching, and testing to maintain high installation standards and site documentation accuracy.
- Worked within live retail environments while maintaining minimal disruption to store operations and customers.
- Assisted with wireless access point installations and network infrastructure refreshes during store modernisation projects.
- Used hand tools, power tools, and cable testing equipment in accordance with company and health & safety standards.
- Gained experience interpreting floor plans, cabling layouts, and technical installation drawings.
- Worked alongside senior engineers and project teams to complete installations within strict project deadlines.
- Developed fault-finding and troubleshooting skills across structured cabling and retail IT infrastructure systems.
- Maintained compliance with site health & safety procedures, permit requirements, and safe working practices.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Electrical Installation
Stafford College
Stafford2021
Skills
- Fibre optic splicing
- Network troubleshooting
- Cable certification
- Equipment installation
- Wireless Survey and Network Optimisation
- Leading teams of engineers older than myself
Certification
- ECS
- IPAF
- PASMA
- City and Guild Copper Installation and Testing
- City and Guild Fibre Installation and Testing
Timeline
Network Cable Installer
JBrand
05.2023 - Current
Network Engineering Apprentice
DGL Networks
09.2021 - 04.2023
NVQ Level 2 - Electrical Installation
Stafford College