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Overview
Work History
Education
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Jacob Ruddick

Elderslie

Summary

With over 30 years of experience in the telecommunications sector, my track record demonstrates adaptability and expertise in this ever-evolving field. Eager to leverage skills and knowledge for exciting career opportunities in telecommunications and rail industries. Goal is to drive innovation, growth, and embrace new challenges.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cable Network Maintainer

Sydney Trains.
08.2020 - Current
  • Executed communications network incident response across the rail network to minimize downtime. Maintained optical fibre and copper cable backbone through jointing and precision splicing. Conducted OTDR testing to ensure network integrity and performance. Coached apprentices and team members to enhance skill sets and productivity. Collaborated with Cable Network Specialists and project managers to deliver project insights. Acted in Specialist role, undertaking higher duties when required. Completed three-month secondment in Technical Officer role within Technical Field Resources. Participated in three-month secondment at Major Works Technical Construction depot in Technical Officer capacity.

Field Supervisor

Visionstream
06.2019 - 04.2020
  • Managed pit and pipe construction schedules for NBN FTTC build projects. Oversaw multiple subcontractors to ensure timely completion of construction works. Conducted safety audits and quality control assessments on-site. Prepared weekly reports for engineers and superintendent on project progress. Marked up plans to reflect as-built conditions. Resolved construction issues promptly to minimize delays. Utilized iPad and Microsoft Excel for high-level project management tasks. Coordinated multiple service area module builds concurrently.

SAT (site Assessor/surveyor)

Telstra,
01.2016 - 06.2019
  • Evaluated Telstra Customer Access Network and industrial customer sites to facilitate WIDEBAND order delivery. Successfully completed numerous orders in Sydney metropolitan area and regional NSW, meeting all targets. Strictly followed O H & S policies and procedures while conducting field operations.

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

Elderslie High School
Narellan, NSW
1991

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Analytical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Organizational skills
  • Customer focused
  • Technical proficiency
  • Mentorship and guidance

Certification

  • Confined spaces training is current.
  • White card holder.
  • ACMA license current.
  • Telstra training record.
  • Certificate III in Telecommunications.
  • RIW card current.

Timeline

Cable Network Maintainer

Sydney Trains.
08.2020 - Current

Field Supervisor

Visionstream
06.2019 - 04.2020

SAT (site Assessor/surveyor)

Telstra,
01.2016 - 06.2019

High School Diploma - undefined

Elderslie High School
Jacob Ruddick