A Complete Record of Key Skills that I have Gained From My Jobs
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On this page, I have laid out the biggest lifetime skills that I have taken away from industries that I have worked in. These include: engineering & construction, transport, environment, government, education, business,
e-commerce, retail, professional services, restaurants and delivery. My experience comes from 15+ years of work since I was a teenager.
It mainly serves as a convenient reminder to myself as to how far I have come and identify areas for upskill in the future:
Civil Engineering Consultant - Railway and Highway Designer
Key Lessons:
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User Friendly Design, Safe Design, Multidisciplinary Design, Design Clashes, Aesthetics, Engineering Science, CAD, 3D Modelling;
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Devising Options, Iteration, Optimisation and Refinement, Sustainable and Environmental Considerations, Whole Life Cost and Value;
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Construction Methodology, Communication with Design/Site Teams, Site Supervision, Night Work,
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Health & Safety, Fire Safety, Traffic Management, Specialist Training;
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Worked Shifts: Railway Stations, Platforms, Tracks, Tunnels, Bridges, Highways & Car Parks; Waterways
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Technical/Statistical Analysis and Calculations, Drawing & Sketches, Research, Report Writing, Document Assurance, Time Management.
Engineering Design Project Manager
Key Lessons:
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Leadership, Company Representative, Stakeholder Management;
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Commercial & Contract Management, Law, Internal and External Politics;
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Team Management, Project Planning, Task Optimisation, Organisation;
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Quality Assurance, Decision Making, Negotiation;
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Time and Money.
Local Government - Transport Plan Engineer
Key Lessons:
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Public Relations, Stakeholder Engagement, Resolving Conflict, Managing Expectations, Listening & Addressing the Problem;
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Sincerity, Demonstrating Accountability, Proactive Actions;
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Bureaucracy, Politics, Local Councillors.
STEM Ambassador and Volunteer
Key Lessons:
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Public Speaking, Empowerment, Holding Exhibitions, Careers Advisor, Work Experience, Writing Articles, Producing Support Materials.
Environmental Protection Inspector
Key Lessons:
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Waste, Pollution, Industrial Environments, High Temperature Working, Human Behaviour;
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Teamwork, Planning, Organisation, Communicating in a Second Language;
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Locations visited: Factories, Schools, Hospitals, Offices, Shops, Garages, Railway Stations.
Language Tutor and Translator
Key Lessons:
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Teaching Manner, Tone of Voice, Patience, Empowerment, Student Needs, Visual Stimulation, Dynamic Lessons, Narration, Word Accuracy.
Online Merchant - eBay
Key Lessons:
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Market Research, Buying and Selling, Digital Marketing, Sales, Communication, Customer Service, Delivery, Accounting
Online Service Provider - Fiverr/YenKid.com
Key Lessons:
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Competitor Analysis, Service Descriptions, Digital Marketing, Sales, Communication, Customer Service, Tailored Delivery;
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Search Engine Optimisation, Graphic Design, User Interface, Video Production and Marketing, Running a Business, Accounting.
Interview/CV Coach
Key Lessons:
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Detailed Understanding of Interviewee, Company & Role, Advance Preparation, Tailored Q&A, Communication and Feedback.
Family Restaurant Kitchen/Front of House
Key Lessons:
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Cooking, Washing Up, Cleaning;
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Health & Safety, Supply Replenishment, Grocery Training, Business Ops;
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High Intensity, Efficiency, Quality, Thoroughness, Hard Work;
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Face to Face Customer Service, Patience.
Takeaways/Fish & Chips
Key Lessons:
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Cooking, Washing Up, Cleaning, Food Hygiene, Packaging
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Order Monitoring, Cash Handling, Supply Management, High Intensity, Fast Teamwork;
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Telephone Manners, Clear Communication, Face to Face Customer Service, Patience.
Delivery Driver
Key Lessons:
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Route Planning, Time Management, Extra-Careful Driving, Health & Safety;
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Cash Handling, Customer Service, Patience.
