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Thomas Joynes

Stockton-on-Tees,Durham

Summary

Experienced Project Engineer with 6+ years in the electrical utilities sector, specialising in new connections and network projects up to 132kV. Proven track record in managing projects from concept to completion, covering contracts, customer relations, partnerships, and budgets.

Completed a Power Engineering foundation degree with Distinction* at Sunderland University during an apprenticeship at Northern Powergrid, alongside technical training at EA Technology. Strong background in both overhead and underground networks.

Reliable, hardworking, and a clear communicator with a solid foundation in engineering and a commitment to continuous learning.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Project engineer

Northern Powergrid
Northallerton, North Yorkshire
09.2019 - 09.2025
  • Daily management of projects which provide an electrical connection in alignment with company objectives and regulatory requirements
  • Liaising between customers, contractors, local authorities and internal colleagues to hit deadlines and meet standards
  • HV and LV switching under fault conditions to maintain a healthy network
  • Ensure works are completed safely, on time and to specification with full compliance of health and safety standards.
  • Oversee on-site activities including cable installation, transformer upgrades, switchgear installation and commissioning.
  • Monitor progress, resolve issues and ensure company targets are met.


Wayleave Admin Assistant

Northern Powergrid
Stockton-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees
08.2018 - 09.2019
  • Prepare and issue Wayleave documentation for signing
  • Contact landowners, tenants and agents to obtain consent for access or installation of electrical infrastructure.
  • Ensure all agreements are accurate, legally compliant and aligned with company standards.
  • Maintain up-to-date records of landowners, agreements, correspondence and access rights using internal systems.

Education

FdSc in Power Engineering - Power Engineering

University of Sunderland
Sunderland
09.2019 - 2020

BTEC Level 3 - Engineering

Stockton Sixth Form College
Stockton-on-Tees
09.2016 - 05.2018

Skills

  • Project management
  • I have developed excellent communication skills through various roles
  • Customer service experience both telephone and face to face
  • Full UK driving license
  • Excellent IT skills
  • Problem solving and troubleshooting
  • Organised
  • Hard Working
  • Punctual/Reliable
  • Great understanding of the electrical network both HV and LV

Affiliations

  • Football
  • Gym
  • Socialising with friends and family

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Project engineer

Northern Powergrid
09.2019 - 09.2025

FdSc in Power Engineering - Power Engineering

University of Sunderland
09.2019 - 2020

Wayleave Admin Assistant

Northern Powergrid
08.2018 - 09.2019

BTEC Level 3 - Engineering

Stockton Sixth Form College
09.2016 - 05.2018
Thomas Joynes