James Clough

Punctual, reliable and highly motivated telecommunications professional with 15+ years of varied work experience, including extensive experience in fibre jointing, FTTP network construction and Openreach telecommunications infrastructure. A hardworking and safety-conscious individual with strong problem-solving, communication and practical skills. Experienced working independently and as part of a team, including working on complex projects, meeting strict deadlines and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

Committed to developing new skills and progressing within a new career. Adaptable, professional and confident working in challenging environments.

Fibre Jointer - FNS

(2021-07)

Working as a Fibre Jointer delivering telecommunications infrastructure projects to Openreach standards and specifications.

• Constructing major fibre spine routes and Passive Optical Network (PON) builds.
• Completing fibre jointing and network infrastructure works to a high standard.
• Working safely in accordance with strict health and safety requirements.
• Reading and interpreting job information and network requirements.
• Problem solving and resolving issues encountered on site.
• Working to project deadlines, client targets and performance objectives.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, quality and compliance.
• Working effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Relevant Training & Qualifications: NOPS card with current relevant certifications | City & Guilds Confined Medium K008 | MT003 | N023 | N027 | N028 | N034 | N039 | NRSWA Unit 002 | SA001(R) | SA002(R) | SA051C

Fibre Jointer / Fibre Engineer - Openreach Ltd

(2017-07 - 2021)

Worked across a range of Openreach fibre programmes, including FTTP, Ethernet and fibre spine network projects.

• Constructed and maintained fibre networks to Openreach safety and quality standards.
• Worked from planning information and node configuration layouts.
• Carried out fault finding, testing and fibre network commissioning.
• Used OTDR, visible light sources and audible light sources for testing and fault diagnosis.
• Worked within underground, overhead and exchange environments.
• Terminated and connected fibre, jumpers, patch cords, tie cables and hydras.
• Installed and connected end equipment.
• Worked on specialist fibre projects and trials, gaining experience with new cable, splicing and network technologies.
• Regularly travelled and worked away from home as part of the Chief Engineers team.
• Escalated technical issues appropriately and provided clear verbal and written information to supervisors.
• Maintained a strong focus on public and personal safety.
• Training & Accreditations: ODF/OCR/OFR | Flat Roof | Hot Site | Underground & Overhead | MDU | First Aid | NRSWA | EUSR/CSCS

PCV Driver - First York

(2011-07 - 2017-09)

• Safely operated buses across scheduled routes while maintaining passenger safety and comfort.
• Dealt professionally with customer enquiries and complaints.
• Assisted less able passengers using approved procedures.
• Handled cash and completed daily vehicle and operational duties.
• Trained to operate multiple vehicle types including double-deckers, bendy buses, electric and hybrid vehicles.
• Fully trained in yard duties including cleaning, fuelling, shunting and stock taking.
• CPC qualified and trained in Real Time Driving Monitoring systems.

RK Furniture - Tholthorpe

(2008-03 - 2011-07)

Worked as a factory operative assembling office furniture, accurately measuring materials, safely operating cutting machinery, preparing goods for delivery and following detailed customer orders.

Solar Wall of York - Clifton Moor

(2007-03 - 2008-03)

Worked in sales and customer-facing duties, including canvassing, promoting building products, assessing properties for suitability and arranging customer appointments.

GCSEs - Maths and English - Canon Lee School, York (2000 - 2005)

Functional Skills - English and Mathematics

BTEC Level 2 NVQ - Knowledge for Professional Bus and Coach Drivers

Level 2 NVQ - Passenger Carrying Vehicle Driving

NRSWA qualifications

EUSR/CSCS

First Aid

Confined Space training

Current NOPS card and relevant telecommunications certifications