Thomas Coatsworth
Ringwood,Hampshire
Summary
Gas Technician with 10 years of experience and a strong background in gas safety, emergency response, and customer service. Skilled in the installation, maintenance, and compliance of gas meters. Experienced in handling high-pressure situations while ensuring strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work history
First Call Operative
Southern Gas Networks
Bournemouth, England
2019.04 - 2025.09
- Responded to gas escapes and carbon monoxide incidents, prioritising life and property safety.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety procedures and Gas Safe regulations in all tasks.
- Installed, repaired, and maintained domestic and non-domestic gas meters, enhancing service reliability.
- Communicated effectively with customers during emergencies, providing reassurance and guidance.
- Maintained documentation of findings and coordinated with management for necessary follow-ups.
- Maintained medium pressure installations
Meter technician
British Gas
Bournemouth, Dorset
2015.09 - 2019.04
- Installed, replaced and maintained gas and electric meters supplying domestic and commercial properties.
- Prepped work sites before commencing installations or repairs, contributing towards a safer work environment.
- Improved customer satisfaction by explaining meter readings and usage to enhance understanding.
- Conducted regular inspections on installed meters to ensure functionality and reliability.
- Documented completed jobs to ensure accurate records for future reference and compliance.
- Completed annual certification programmes keeping up-to-date with latest industry standards and practices.
- Installed smart meters in customers' properties for enhanced energy management.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, worked an on call rota.
Forklift driver
Chase Freight ltd
Verwood , Dorset
2012.01 - 2015.09
- Managed receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods in compliance with company policy.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area to ensure a safe working environment.
- Conducted periodic stock checks to uphold accurate inventory records.
- Ensured safety by adhering to forklift operating guidelines and procedures.
Education
GCSEs -
Ringwood Comprehensive School
Ringwood, HampshireSkills
- REGT1- Able to carry out the installation and commissioning of medium pressure gas meters
- MET1- Install, exchange, commission, and remove domestic gas meters
- MET4- installation, exchange, removal, and commissioning of diaphragm-type gas meters, specifically ranging up to U40 capacity
- TPCP1A- Commercial strength testing, tightness testing and purging of low pressure installations, not exceeding 1m3
- CESP1
-Gas Safety Legislation
-Gas Emergency Actions and Procedures
-Ventilation requirements for Domestic and Commercial Appliances
-Installation of Pipework and Fittings
-Identification of Unsafe Situations
-Re-establish Existing Gas Supply and Re-light Appliances/Plants
Timeline
First Call Operative
Southern Gas Networks
2019.04 - 2025.09
Meter technician
British Gas
2015.09 - 2019.04
Forklift driver
Chase Freight ltd
2012.01 - 2015.09
GCSEs -
Ringwood Comprehensive School