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Head of Low Density Operations & Intelligent Energy Systems with deep experience operating multi-site district heating and cooling (DHN/DCN) energy centres while driving decarbonisation and high-availability infrastructure. Currently leading end-to-end operations across London’s portfolio, delivering 99.9% uptime, full statutory compliance, and large-scale £2.8m to £20m+ energy transition programmes.
Combines hands-on mechanical/controls engineering leadership with real-time IoT analytics and AI agent architectures (LLMs, RCA automation, predictive maintenance). MSc candidate at Brunel University progressing toward Chartered Engineer status, with a strong background in enterprise cloud/high-availability systems and disciplined governance (BSI/ITIL/ServiceNow).
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Work Experience
Senior Team Lead at Birdsall Networks — King's Cross Energy Centre (DHN/DCN)
October 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025Delivered engineering leadership on a £2.8m waste-heat recovery decarbonisation project, overseeing installation, commissioning, and operational integration of 3 water-source heat pumps. Expanded client partnership into a £5m+ Phase 2 scheme (high-voltage electric boiler and PCM thermal stores) with Birdsall appointed Principal Contractor, laying groundwork for a £20m+ multi-phase decarbonisation masterplan. Managed primary client relations with Metropolitan and collaborated with Buro Happold, Argent, and CBRE stakeholders. Led district heating and cooling operations including industrial boilers, CHPs, heat pumps, water-source chillers, substations, and residential HIUs, and completed leadership training via Blue Heron programme.
Head of Low Density Operations (Manager) at Birdsall Networks — London portfolio (DHN/DCN)
October 1, 2025 - PresentDirect end-to-end operations across 3 high-density and 3 low-density energy centres while onboarding new sites (Sudbury, Hastings, Swinnow Park). Manage and mentor a core team of 5–6 multi-skilled engineers and coordinate specialized contract teams (gas, chiller, HIU, controls). Established formal operational and compliance standards, architected an asset register and PPM framework from scratch aligned to SFG20, BSI standards, and manufacturer guidance, integrated into company PPM management software. Ensure 100% statutory compliance across fire safety, L8/Legionella water hygiene, SFG20 servicing, and RAMS/COSHH risk assessments. Spearhead digital monitoring, alarm triage, and real-time plant diagnostics to maximize availability and prevent downtime.
Head of Low Density Operations at Birdsall Networks
October 1, 2025 - PresentLeads end-to-end operations across multiple district heating and cooling energy centres in London, managing onboarding of new sites across Sudbury, Hastings, and Swinnow Park. Mentors a core team of 5–6 multi-skilled engineers and coordinates specialized contract teams (gas, chiller, HIU, controls). Established operational and compliance standards including an asset register and PPM framework aligned to SFG20, BSI standards, and manufacturer guidance, integrated into company PPM software. Ensures statutory compliance for fire safety, L8/Legionella water hygiene, SFG20 servicing, and RAMS/COSHH risk assessments. Drives digital monitoring, alarm triage, and real-time diagnostics to maximize availability and prevent downtime, maintaining 99.9% system uptime across managed centres.
Head of Low Density Operations (Manager) at Birdsall Networks (formerly Birdsall Services)
October 1, 2025 - PresentManages operations across a growing portfolio of energy centres (3 high-density and 3 low-density), leading a core team of 5–6 engineers and engaging remote specialists as required. Owns statutory compliance across sites including fire risk assessments, L8/Legionella water hygiene, and SFG20 servicing/manufacturer requirements. Builds and maintains asset registers and PPM frameworks aligned to SFG20, BSI and OEM guidance, then integrates these into company PPM software. Writes, reviews and signs off RAMS and COSHH for site activities, ensuring alignment with company/client H&S standards. Stays close to operational reality by responding to alarms/call-outs, redirecting resources to minimise downtime, and resolving plant issues to keep live operations stable. Led onboarding of new low-density sites (Sudbury, Hastings, Swinnow Park) including surveys and condition inspections.
Senior Team Lead at Birdsall Networks
January 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025Provided engineering leadership for King's Cross district heating and cooling operations including industrial boilers, CHPs, heat pumps, water-source chillers, substations, and residential HIUs. Delivered technical leadership on a £2.8m waste-heat recovery decarbonisation project, overseeing installation, commissioning, and operational integration of three water-source heat pumps. Expanded client partnership into a £5m+ Phase 2 scheme (high-voltage electric boiler and PCM thermal stores), positioning the organization for a multi-phase decarbonisation masterplan of £20m+. Managed primary client relations with Metropolitan and collaborated with key stakeholders including Buro Happold, Argent, and CBRE.
Senior Team Lead at Birdsall Networks (formerly Birdsall Services)
January 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025Led the King's Cross Energy Centre district heating and cooling operations, including industrial boilers, CHPs, heat pumps, and water-source chillers feeding heat/cooling via substations and HIUs to residential units. Supported delivery of a £2.8m decarbonisation scheme installing three water-source heat pumps to recover waste heat from centrifuges, covering installation, commissioning, and integration into live operations. Served as the operational link between the estate management team and the client, coordinating with stakeholders including Buro Happold, Argent, and CBRE. Supported progression into Phase 2 work, with a £5m+ scheme including installation of a high-voltage electric boiler and PCM thermal stores, with further phases in the pipeline.
Site Supervisor / M&E Engineer at Birdsall Networks — King's Cross Energy Centre (DHN/DCN)
January 1, 2023 - PresentPromoted to Supervisor within the first year based on engineering excellence and client satisfaction. Managed day-to-day operations, fault analysis, and alarm response; planned and executed planned shutdowns and major overhaul works with key suppliers/subcontractors, ensuring zero unplanned disruption. Achieved full compliance outcomes including passing BSI audits, Camden Council inspections, and client heat audits with full compliance marks. Obtained relevant industry credentials including IOSH Managing Safely, First Aid at Work, Fire Marshal, and L8 Water Hygiene modules 1–3.
Site Supervisor / M&E Engineer at Birdsall Networks
January 1, 2023 - June 30, 2025Managed day-to-day operations, fault analysis, and alarm response for district heating and cooling plant. Planned and executed planned shutdowns and major overhaul works with suppliers/subcontractors to ensure zero unplanned disruption. Achieved full compliance outcomes including passing every BSI audit, Camden Council inspection, and client heat audit with compliance marks. Maintained relevant certifications including IOSH Managing Safely, First Aid at Work, Fire Marshal, and L8 Water Hygiene (Modules 1–3).
Site Supervisor / M&E Engineer at Birdsall Networks (formerly Birdsall Services)
January 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025Assumed end-to-end responsibility for district heating and cooling network operations at King's Cross: day-to-day operations, fault diagnosis, alarm response, and resolution to maintain services with minimal disruption. Planned shutdown and major works programmes and managed subcontractors/suppliers, sequencing multiple jobs while keeping the client informed throughout. Trained and mentored new engineers joining the team. Expanded scope from one site to multiple compliant energy centres, maintaining fire risk assessment, L8 water hygiene and SFG20 compliance. Built a portfolio of company-funded qualifications (IOSH, First Aid, Fire Marshal, L8 modules 1–3) and achieved consistent success in BSI audits, Camden Council inspections and client heat audits.
Assistant Manager (Service) at Esmario Export Enterprises Pvt Ltd (m/s Esmario Marine Services)
March 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023Conducted service assessments, costings and quotations; led customer negotiations; trained new recruits; and produced quarterly reviews, part-failure investigations, and warranty claims. Provided billing, management and deputation support to technicians/engineers as needed. Prepared job cards and parts requirements, advising customers on engine and generator maintenance including full overhauls, dyno testing, and sea trials. Supported marinisation of a high-speed diesel engine for propulsion and genset applications, including design/development of components to improve performance and reliability. Worked across government, defence, commercial and recreational maritime clients.
5th Marine Engineer (Seafarer) — Offshore AHTS Vessel at Suchana Marine Pvt Ltd
October 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020Supervised offshore engine room operations, watchkeeping, machinery servicing, and preventative maintenance on Anchor Handling, Towing, and Supply vessels. Enforced strict ISM documentation and regulatory compliance with SOLAS and MARPOL international safety and environmental standards.
5th Marine Engineer (Seafarer) – Offshore AHTS Vessel at Suchana Marine Pvt Ltd
October 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020Worked on Anchor Handling, Towing, Offshore & Service vessels with engine room watchkeeping, preventative maintenance, safety checks and support to towing/anchor handling operations. Managed permits and ISM documentation, ensuring compliance with company policy, SOLAS and MARPOL, including pollution prevention practices. Performed engineering duties in line with STCW 2010 safety and fire-fighting training and onboard compliance requirements.
5th Marine Engineer (Seafarer) – Offshore AHTS Vessel at Esmario Export Enterprises Pvt Ltd (m/s Esmario Marine Services)
October 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020Provided offshore engine room watchkeeping and preventative maintenance, including safety checks and support to anchor handling/towing/service vessel operations. Managed permits and ISM documentation to ensure compliance with company policy and SOLAS/MARPOL requirements, including pollution prevention practices.
Enterprise Technical Consultant & Systems Migration Specialist
May 1, 2015 - August 1, 2021Architected and supported high-availability distributed enterprise infrastructure (ECC 6.0, S/4 HANA, Solution Manager) maintaining 99.9% uptime across 150+ mission-critical applications. Delivered zero-downtime migrations to Google Cloud Platform. Managed large-scale enterprise infrastructure supporting 200,000+ users across multiple servers, including performance tuning, database optimization, DR drills, and STMS transport management. Executed technical performance optimization initiatives to reduce infrastructure costs by 25%+.
Education
MSc Building Services Engineering (Sustainable & Renewable Energy) at Brunel University London
January 1, 2025 - August 12, 2026Graduate Marine Engineer (GME), Marine Engineering at Andhra University
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019BTech Mechanical Engineering at JNTU
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017MSc Building Services Engineering (Sustainable & Renewable Energy) at Brunel University London
January 1, 2024 - August 12, 2026Graduate Marine Engineer (GME) at Andhra University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019BTech Mechanical Engineering at JNTU
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017MSc Building Services Engineering (Sustainable & Renewable Energy) at Brunel University London
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026Graduate Marine Engineer (GME) — Marine Engineering at Andhra University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019BTech Mechanical Engineering at JNTU
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017MSc Building Services Engineering (Sustainable & Renewable Energy) at Brunel University London
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026Graduate Marine Engineer (GME) (Marine Engineering) at Andhra University, India
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019BTech Mechanical Engineering at JNTU, India
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Qualifications
IOSH Managing Safely
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026First Aid at Work
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026Fire Marshal
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026L8 Water Hygiene / Legionella (Modules 1, 2 & 3)
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026Marine Engineering Officer Class 4 (MEO4) / Certificate of Competency (COC)
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026Advanced STCW 2010 (Fire Fighting, First Aid, Personal Survival)
January 1, 2021 - August 12, 2026Boiler & Steam Engines
January 1, 2021 - August 12, 2026High Voltage Safety & Switchgear
January 1, 2021 - August 12, 2026Basic STCW 2010 (Fire Fighting, First Aid)
January 1, 2018 - August 12, 2026IOSH Managing Safely
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026First Aid at Work
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026Fire Marshal
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026L8 Water Hygiene / Legionella (Modules 1, 2 & 3)
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026Marine Engineering Officer Class 4 (MEO4) / Certificate of Competency (COC)
January 1, 2021 - August 12, 2026Advanced STCW 2010 (Fire Fighting, First Aid, Personal Survival)
January 1, 2021 - August 12, 2026Boiler & Steam Engines
January 1, 2021 - August 12, 2026High Voltage Safety & Switchgear
January 1, 2021 - August 12, 2026Basic STCW 2010 (Fire Fighting, First Aid)
January 1, 2018 - August 12, 2026IOSH Managing Safely
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026First Aid at Work
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026Fire Marshal
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026L8 Water Hygiene / Legionella (Modules 1–3)
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026Marine Engineering Officer Class 4 (MEO4) / COC
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026Advanced STCW 2010
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026Boiler & Steam Engines
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026High Voltage Safety & Switchgear
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026Basic STCW 2010
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026IOSH Managing Safely
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026First Aid at Work
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026Fire Marshal
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026L8 Water Hygiene / Legionella (Modules 1–3)
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026Marine Engineering Officer Class 4 (MEO4) / COC
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026Advanced STCW 2010
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026Boiler & Steam Engines
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026High Voltage Safety & Switchgear
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026Basic STCW 2010
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026Industry Experience
Energy & Utilities, Government, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Education, Computers & Electronics, Other
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