Project Manager

• Jul 2019 - Present

Contingency Planner

• Nov 2017 - Jul 2019

Air Operation Contingency Planner responsible for providing plans and training for the unit to continue its core business in the event of a major incident or disaster. Responsible to the Head of Operations for maintaining the accuracy of the Units Contingency Plans, ensuring each plan remains current and in lone with local Civilian Emergency Services (CES) policy.Facilitate the testing of all Contingency Plans in accordance with MoD policy for Major Incidents, including Table Top and full scale exercises in conjunction with the CES.Maintain a working understanding of the UK Military Aviation Authority Manual of Post Crash Management and the requirements it places upon Aircraft Operating Authorities.

Personal Assistant

• Jun 2017 - Nov 2017

Providing full secretarial and administrative support for the Officer Commanding Operations Wing (OC Ops) and to ensure the smooth running of the outer office. In addition, act as the interface and first point of contact for the Wing, on dealing with enquiries from both within the Unit and the wider MoD. Specific responsibilities included the following;• Construct a structured working day for OC Ops; planning and co-ordinating all meetings, visits and office calls using the electronic and paper diaries; minimising disruption and ensuring efficient use of his time. Amending the diaries effectively and promptly to avoid clashes, along with co-ordinating any travel or clearance that go along with those meetings or visits.• Maintain and manage OC Op’s outer office – tasks to include management of telephone calls; photocopying; inbox management; typing of correspondence; electronic filing; maintaining acceptable levels of office resources.• Maintain and manage OC Op’s information flow, both email and hard copy. In his absence from the office action important issues and to divert non-essential items along with providing all Secretarial support.• Collate briefing papers for meetings to ensure OC Ops is properly briefed by the appropriate Staff Officers. Papers/briefs to be produced within an appropriate timescale prior to the meeting. Co-ordinate and monitor, where possible, to ensure that work is received and actioned in time to meet internal and external deadlines.Ensure all relevant security regulations are adhered too in relation to daily working practise and assets security.

ICT Installation Project Manager

• Sep 2013 - Jun 2017

Responsible for the effective management, discipline and training of all personnel within my immediate chain of command.Specifically tasked with acting as the focal point for all CIS customer requests for New I.T equipment, building infrastructure changes, telecommunication request and redundant cable clearance. Required to liaise with MoD agencies, contractors and customers in relation to any Capitol Works Projects or major CIS requirements on the Unit.Other responsibilities included;• Providing advice to guarantee that new CIS equipment provided value for money and ensure compatibility with future requirements in the fields of Telecommunication Services/WAN/Voice & DATA• Ensuring CIS Projects were planned and completed to the satisfaction of the customer whilst maintain current policies and procedures for the provision of CIS• Focal point for all CIS Change Management• Conduction detailed site /technical surveys to provide specialist CIS advice with bespoke solutions• Working with Air Commands Site Defence Co-ordinating Installation Design Authority (SCIDA) on all changes to existing infrastructure or new planned facilities• Hold the position of Health & Safety representative ensuring workplaces comply with current regulations providing a safe working environment for MoD personnel and contractor alike.• Hold the position of Environmental Protection representative ensuring workplaces comply to current regulations preventing an adverse impact on the environment

Manager Ground Radio Maintenance Section

• Sep 2014 - Feb 2015

Responsible for managing the provision of engineering support to Air Traffic Management in a military environment by ensuring;• The effective management, discipline and training of all personnel within my immediate chain of command.• Maintaining engineering standards to the highest level.• The supervision of all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance carried out on airfield navigational aids and communication systems within specified time scales.• Identifying major unserviceability that requires 3rd or 4th line assistance and organising and implementing support.• Upholding the accuracy of all engineering documentation including, maintenance records, modification states, commissioning test records and airfield integrity maps.• Ensuring radio site integrity is not compromised by carrying out regular site inspections in accordance with MoD Policy.• Identifying specific tools and Test and Measuring Equipment (TME) and ensuring its calibration and availability for maintenance tasks.• Raising and maintaining the accuracy of Master Corrosion Records for all airfield Navigational Aids.• Responsible for providing a secure location for Air Traffic Control Communication recordings that require impounding prior to an investigation.• Holding Mast and Tower Safety Certificates and acting as focal point for personnel authorised to work at height.• Health & Safety manager holding Hazard Registers, Risk Assessments, Climbing and High Places register and Fuels and Lubricants register.

Engineering Support Specialist

• Nov 2011 - Nov 2013

Satellite Communications Technician

• Oct 2009 - Nov 2011

Information Management Specialist

• Aug 2008 - Oct 2009

Tasked in the role of Information management Specialist providing a focal point for all aspects of Information Governance & Policy in accordance with MoD policy and Protocols.This involve tasks such as;Maintaining the electronic document and image libraries and files stores.Supporting all areas of the Unit on information matters.Providing advice on how the Unit can best exploit the IS infrastructure and organised file store.Managing the requesting and amandment of network accounts.Authorising customers requests for the purchase of software and hardware.Resolution of customer complaints and equireies.Provide support to the Senior Information Officer (SIO) as the Unit Information Support Officer(ISO) on matters pertaining to Information Management.

DCSA Communication Network Technician

• Nov 2004 - Aug 2008

Responsible for the day to day administration of DCSA (G) fault logging and incident reporting software, Assyst by Axioss Systems.Development of software, in conjunction with the company to meet the requirements of the MoD as well as conducting training courses for civilian and military personnel required to use Assyst.

RAPIER Surface-to-Air Missile System Technician

• Jun 2003 - Nov 2004

Responsible for 1st line maintenance of Rapier Field Standard C advanced short range air defense system.1st Line support of BAE Systems Blindfire all-weather tracking radar.1st Line support of BAE Systems Dagger target acquisition and surveillance radar.

Ground Radio Maintenance Section Technician

• Apr 1998 - Jun 2003

Shift worker responsible for managing the provision of engineering support to Air Traffic Management in a military environment by ensuring;• Working to engineering standards of the highest level.• Completing all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on airfield navigational aids and communication systems within specified time scales.• Identifying major unserviceability that requires 3rd or 4th line assistance and organising and implementing support.• Upholding the accuracy of all engineering documentation including, maintenance records, modification states, commissioning test records and airfield integrity maps.• Ensuring radio site integrity is not compromised by carrying out regular site inspections in accordance with MoD Policy.• Identifying specific tools and Test and Measuring Equipment (TME) and ensuring its calibration and availability for maintenance tasks.• Completing Master Corrosion Records for all airfield Navigational Aids.• Completing Hazard Registers, Risk Assessments, Climbing and High Places register and Fuels and Lubricants register. • Carried out Portable Appliance Testing (P.A.T)

Radio Communications Engineer

• Feb 1996 - Apr 1997

Responsible for carrying out 1st and 2nd line maintenance of NATO Maritime Communication Low Frequency (LF) and High Frequency (HF) transmitters.

Plessey AR320 (Type 93) RADAR Technician

• Mar 1995 - Feb 1996

Shift worker tasked with scheduled maintenance and 1st / 2nd line fault investigation / rectification of Plessey AR320 (Type 93) Surveillance & Fighter Control RADAR

Plessey AR320 (Type 93) RADAR Technician

• Jun 1992 - Mar 1995

Shift worker tasked with scheduled maintenance and 1st / 2nd line fault investigation / rectification of Plessey AR320 (Type 93) Surveillance & Fighter Control RADAR

Plessey AR320 (Type 93) RADAR Technician

• Aug 1990 - Jun 1992

Shift worker tasked with scheduled maintenance and 1st / 2nd line fault investigation / rectification of Plessey AR320 (Type 93) Surveillance & Fighter Control RADAR

Marconi Type 84 RADAR Technician

• Jan 1990 - Aug 1990

Shift worker tasked with scheduled maintenance and 1st / 2nd line fault investigation / rectification of Marconi's L Band Surveillance & Fighter Control RADAR

Office Worker

• Jul 1988 - Jun 1989