Alexander Seddon
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Resourceful Advanced Fiber Technician with a proven track record of high productivity and efficient task completion. Demonstrates specialized expertise in optical fiber splicing, signal testing, and network troubleshooting, contributing to optimal network performance. Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability drive seamless project execution and enhance customer satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker (Business Owner)
Saphire Star Care
01.2023 - Current
- Managed end-to-end payroll processes, including invoicing, payments, and record-keeping.
- Ensured compliance with relevant legislative requirements and industry standards.
- Provided exceptional customer service, maintaining positive relationships with clients.
- Developed and implemented care plans, tailored to individual client needs.
- Assisted clients with education goals, providing resources and support.
- Handled administrative tasks, including scheduling, bookkeeping, and reporting.
- Performed support worker duties, ensuring proper care and support for clients.
- Coordinated appointments and ensured efficient service delivery.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Maintained accurate client records, including care progress and incident reports.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring comprehensive client support.
Disability Support Worker
Empowering Care
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Assist clients with daily living activities, including meal preparation and supporting mobility needs.
- Support clients with transportation to appointments and community activities.
- Trained and supervised new staff, ensuring adherence to care protocols and maintaining high standards of service.
- Administer medications and ensure compliance with care plans as outlined by healthcare professionals.
- Facilitate social and recreational activities, promoting community participation.
- Monitor and report changes in clients' health and well-being.
- Maintain accurate records of client care and progress.
Fiber Hauler / Electrical Trades Assistant
Elecorp Electrical Solutions
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Installed Telstra Wideband and Fiber to the Business (FTTB) connections, ensuring high-speed broadband and seamless network integration for business clients.
- Worked in data exchanges, handling fiber optic patching and connecting data cables to ensure proper data flow and network performance.
- Patching fiber in data exchanges, managing connections between fiber optic cables and networking equipment, ensuring optimal signal quality and minimal downtime.
- Liaised with clients during installations, providing technical support, addressing needs, and ensuring projects were completed to satisfaction.
- Hauling, prepping, labeling, and solving blockages during fiber optic and electrical installations across domestic, commercial, and industrial sites.
- Performed electrical work including the installation of downlights, power points, and light switches, and conducted rough ins and fit-offs for both electrical and telecommunications systems.
- Installed cable trays and ran orange circuit wiring, prepping and mounting switchboards, ensuring compliance with electrical standards.
- Used scissor lifts for safe overhead installations and maintenance of telecom and electrical systems.
- Terminated 1-2.5mm cables and data RJ45s, ensuring secure and reliable connections for both fiber optic and electrical systems.
- Managed patch leads and fiber optic connections within data exchange environments, ensuring proper cable management, routing, and signal integrity for FTTB installations.
- Carried out electrical wiring, installations, and system troubleshooting, ensuring all work adhered to industry standards.
- Performed electrical maintenance and upgrades independently, demonstrating proficiency in all aspects of electrical work.
Fiber Splicing Technician / Crew Leader
NFS/DizzaGroup
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Installed and maintained fiber optic cables in diverse environments, both aerial and underground.
- Skilled in fusion splicing of single-mode and multi-mode fibers using industry-standard equipment.
- Collaborated with active and dark fiber to maintain uninterrupted connectivity.
- Built and maintained fiber optic joints, including FJL, BJL, DJL, ORS 6 Joint, and FOSC joints.
- Performed DPU integrations and installations, ensuring optimal functionality and network performance.
- Performed joint maintenance tasks, maintaining the functionality of fiber optic systems.
- Conducted OTDR testing to ensure proper signal transmission and identify any potential issues in the fiber network.
- Worked on racks in data exchanges, ensuring accurate and organized fiber optic patching.
- Installed and maintained patch leads for data exchange systems, ensuring seamless connectivity and efficient network operations.
- Participated in data exchange environments, troubleshooting and maintaining fiber optic systems to support data transmission and network functionality.
- Provided training to junior technicians on proper splicing techniques, safety protocols, and equipment maintenance.
Lead Hauler / Fiber Tech
Techs4Best
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Safely setting up the site, following traffic control and OH&S procedures.
- Effective use of various power and manual tools.
- Hauling, prepping, labelling, solving blockages.
- Use of plant equipment.
- Executed roadside duties effectively.
- Lead the team effectively.
- Consistently executed general labour duties with precision.
- Advanced Problem Solving.
Fiber Splicing Technician
Innovate Communications
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Safely Setting up site following traffic control and OH&S procedures
- Hauling, labelling and locating
- Stranded Splicing and Joint builds
- Effective use of various power and manual tools.
- Problem Solving
- PON Testing
- Installed, terminated, tested, and repaired various types of optical fibers using fusion splicing equipment.
Fiber Splicing Technician
Casatel
03.2017 - 10.2018
- Ensure safe site setup, adhering to traffic control and OH&S procedures.
- Construct fiber optic joints, including FJL, BJL, DJL, ORS 6 Joint, and FOSC joints.
- Work with FTTN and FTTC architectures, handling installations and upgrades.
- Perform ribbon and stranded fiber splicing, ensuring precise and reliable connections.
- Install and integrate DPU (Distribution Point Units), coordinating for smooth integration.
- Use power and manual tools effectively, including fusion splicers, and OTDRs.
- Conduct general laboring tasks, such as cable hauling, and equipment setup.
- Troubleshoot and remediate faults, ensuring network functionality and reliability.
- Test and verify fiber connections, ensuring high-quality signal transmission.
- Collaborate with team members to meet project deadlines, and ensure project quality.
Education
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) - Year 12
Melton Secondary College
Certificates in Fiber, Copper Jointing and Cutovers -
JB Hunter
White Card -
Work Safe
Certificate II Electrotechnology -
Swinburne University
ACMA -
JB Hunter
Skills
- Keen and eager to learn
- Ability to follow instructions
- Able to work as part of a team and without direct supervision
- Strong attention to detail
- Physically fit
- Works well under pressure
- Capable of creative solutions
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Competitive and results driven
- A working knowledge of occupational health and safety
- Outstanding personal presentation
Certification
- Year 12 Completion
- Certificate III in Disability Support
- Certificate III in Interactive Digital Media
- Certificate II in Warehousing and Logistics
- ICTBL208 - Splice and terminate optical fiber cable for carriers and service providers
- ICTCBL207 - Haul underground cable
- ICTCBL213 - Construct underground telecommunications infrastructure
- ICTCBL307 - Install underground enclosures and conduit
- ICTCBL308 - Install underground cable
- NBN Enable Endorsements
- Telstra ID/Access Card
- White Card (Construction Induction Training)
- Traffic Management Card
- Confined Space Card
- Asbestos Awareness Training
- Current First Aid Certificate (Including CPR)
- NDIS Check
- Working with Children’s Card
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Disability Support Worker (Business Owner)
Saphire Star Care
01.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Empowering Care
07.2022 - 03.2023
Fiber Hauler / Electrical Trades Assistant
Elecorp Electrical Solutions
07.2021 - 06.2022
Fiber Splicing Technician / Crew Leader
NFS/DizzaGroup
01.2020 - 06.2021
Lead Hauler / Fiber Tech
Techs4Best
02.2019 - 12.2019
Fiber Splicing Technician
Innovate Communications
10.2018 - 02.2019
Fiber Splicing Technician
Casatel
03.2017 - 10.2018
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) - Year 12
Melton Secondary College
Certificates in Fiber, Copper Jointing and Cutovers -
JB Hunter
White Card -
Work Safe
Certificate II Electrotechnology -
Swinburne University
ACMA -
JB Hunter
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