1. John Lowe M.I.T.P
453c Scott Avenue
Wethersfield
Braintree, Essex CM7 4BB
01371 851652 07702588606
johnlowe6744@gmail.com
Profile
A Security Cleared, productive, diligent and hard-working communications expert, with 12 years’
experience in numerous technologies including HF/VHF/UHF, 2G-4G and Wi-Fi/WiMAX. Specialising
in digital and analogue communications. Capable of working independently without supervision, or
within a team as a member or supervisor. Proficient in liaising with, multinational, multi-cultural
organisations and official government departments. A professional, knowledgeable instructor in
advanced communication systems, frequently delivering tailored packages to audiences of thirty to
forty people at all levels. I am now seeking a new challenging career in the telecommunications
industry.
Key Skills
Technical Non-Technical
UHF / VHF / HF Supervisory skills
GSM /UMTS / EDGE / GPRS Mentoring and Training
OFDMA /CDMA /TDMA/ FDMA Project Management
Network design Calm approach to all work undertaken
RF Planning and Surveying Health & Safety
Wi-Fi and WiMAX Customer care skills
Multiplexing
AC/DC theory
Excellent inter personal skills both written and
verbal
Microwave Facilitation
IT Applications Specialist Negotiation
Professional Qualifications
Post Graduate Certificate in Wireless Engineering.
Edexcel NVQ Level 3 communications professional 2008
Edexcel NVQ Level 3 communications infrastructure 2009
NVQ Level 3 Explosive Theory and Ordnance Disposal 2010
ECDL Surrey ECDL modules 1-7 2008
Career History
BRITISH ARMY CENTRAL SERVICING BAY
Mastiff Communications Subject Matter Expert - 2013 - present
I am accountable for the Mastiff armoured vehicle and data, VHF and HF communication systems
they contain. The role is essential in maintaining the operational effectiveness of the organisation. My
other duties include; accounting for all equipment. Fault finding and repair. Maintenance. Instructing
potential users on the safe operation of the equipment.
BRITISH ARMY AFGHANISTAN
2. Communications Subject Matter Expert - 2012 - 2013
Issued and maintained all communications equipment for the entire Explosive Ordnance Disposal
(EOD) Task Force of 150 Personnel from a multinational background. Accounted for all
communication systems. Issued and receipted all equipment. Provided instruction for all users.
Maintained communication equipment for a fleet of 22 Mastiff armoured vehicles. Provided technical
support. . Selected to instruct at the Royal School of Military Engineering
BRITISH ARMY EOD (UK)
Communications Team Leader - 2012 - 2013
Employed as Training and development Team Leader within a busy communication department.
Delivering Training packages to 150 personnel of all ranks from sapper to major. Taking a lead role in
the regimental exercises worldwide.
Communications Team Leader - 2011 - 2012
Running a busy communications store, issuing and receipting telecommunications equipment on
squadron level of 150 personnel. Assisting in regimental and squadron training exercises worldwide.
I ensured a green pass mark in an equipment care inspection.
BRITISH ARMY TRAING WING EOD
Training Team Leader - 2009 - 2011
My roles included, instructing on military communication systems. Working with my seniors on
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Training and evaluation. Developed training areas and aids to improve
the capabilities of the station.
BRITISH ARMY GERMANY
Communications specialist and armoured vehicle operator. - 2004 – 2009 .
I was the deputy team leader in the squadron communications store.
My main achievement in this post was earning my promotion from sapper to Team Leader.
I also served in Iraq, Canada, Iceland and Poland during this time.
Training and Continuous ProfessionalDevelopment
Applications Specialist IT systems.
HF, VHF administrator.
HF, VHF, UHF advanced signaller.
Currently studying IGCSE in Physics, through Oxford Home Learning.
First Aid.
Additional Information
Security Cleared
Fully Detailed Military References on Request.
Member of the Institute of Telecommunications Professionals
Full clean drivers licence cat (B+E)
Fork lift truck operator.
Keen supporter of local community events.
Leisure Interests
Self-taught guitarist for over 16 years
Player in local darts league
Participates in local football league.
Personal Statement.
The information above is true and correct. However, there are certain additional
personal achievements I cannot detail as they may contravene, The Official Secrets Act.