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KONSTANTINS BASTRONS

KONSTANTINS BASTRONS

United Kingdom

Summary

Technician with hands-on experience in mechanical assembly, metal construction, rigging/signalling, and fabrication. Strong background in industrial environments, working at heights, and teamwork on complex construction and assembly projects. Reliable, adaptable, and ready to work onshore and offshore wind projects across Europe.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Rigger/Slinger and Structural Steel Erector

VLAVI Group
Sweden, Norway
07.2023 - 01.2026

Executed rigging and slinging tasks, inspecting equipment, ensuring load stability, and coordinating lifts with precision and safety.

Oversaw assembly and installation of metal structures for diverse projects in Sweden and Norway.
Contributed to projects by ensuring accurate metal structure assembly and installation.
Minimized downtime during dismantling processes, enhancing overall project efficiency.

Rigger/Slinger and Structural Steel Erector

FMV AB
Kiruna, Sweden
05.2021 - 06.2023

Performed rigging and slinging of heavy materials, preparing, securing, and positioning loads for safe and efficient lifting operations.

Executed assembly, installation, erection, and dismantling of metal structures for various projects at LKAB Kiruna.
Contributed to multiple projects by ensuring precision in metal structure assembly and installation.
Managed dismantling processes effectively, minimizing downtime across project timelines.

Shipbuilder and Rigger/Slinger

Company Naval Group
Lorient, France
10.2019 - 12.2020

Constructed battleships with precision and meticulous attention to detail.
Operated manual crane for heavy lifting tasks, utilizing chain blocks to install steel structures.
Drove cherry picker, scissor lift, and forklift for efficient material handling.
Rigged and slung loads safely to enhance operational efficiency.

Welder/Fabricator

Company RGS Investments
Poole, England
03.2015 - 07.2019

Executed MIG and TIG welding on stainless and mild steel, handling both thin and thick materials.
Operated guillotine machinery to cut metal components with precision.
Drove forklift to transport materials safely across the facility.
Conducted quality control inspections to ensure compliance with specifications.

Education

Diploma in English, Level 1 -

University of Cambridge
Bournemouth, England
09.2011 - 06.2012

MIG Welding Certificate -

Bournemouth and Poole College
Bournemouth, England
09.2013 - 12.2013

Welding Apprenticeship -

Liepaja Shipyard
Liepāja, Latvia
03.2000 - 08.2000

STICK and GAS Welding Certificate -

Riga 9 College
Riga, Latvia
09.1999 - 01.2000

Secondary School Diploma -

Liepaja 11 High School
Liepāja, Latvia
09.1987 - 06.1997

Banksman/Slinger and Rigger Certificate -

SIA Occupational Safety Centre

Fall Protection Certificate -

SIA Occupational Safety Centre

MEWP Operator Certificate -

SIA Occupational Safety Centre

OSH Training Certificate -

SIA Occupational Safety Centre

Operator Training - Mobile Elevating Work Platform -

Personals Macibu Centrs

GWO BTT Full Course -

IQTC

Skills

  • Rigging, Lifting & Signalling
  • Construction & industrial assembly
  • Welding & Metal Fabrication
  • Mechanical fitting & Installation
  • Working at Heights
  • Use of Hand & Power Tools
  • Reading Technical Drawings
  • Strong Safety Awareness
  • Teamwork & Reliability
  • Physical Strength
  • Endurance
  • Attention to Detail
  • Design Skills
  • Problem Solver
  • Analytical Thinking Skills
  • Ability to Always Learn New Things
  • Good Communication
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Steady Hands

Languages

Russian
Native
English
Upper intermediate
Latvian
Intermediate

Timeline

Rigger/Slinger and Structural Steel Erector

VLAVI Group
07.2023 - 01.2026

Rigger/Slinger and Structural Steel Erector

FMV AB
05.2021 - 06.2023

Shipbuilder and Rigger/Slinger

Company Naval Group
10.2019 - 12.2020

Welder/Fabricator

Company RGS Investments
03.2015 - 07.2019

MIG Welding Certificate -

Bournemouth and Poole College
09.2013 - 12.2013

Diploma in English, Level 1 -

University of Cambridge
09.2011 - 06.2012

Welding Apprenticeship -

Liepaja Shipyard
03.2000 - 08.2000

STICK and GAS Welding Certificate -

Riga 9 College
09.1999 - 01.2000

Secondary School Diploma -

Liepaja 11 High School
09.1987 - 06.1997

Banksman/Slinger and Rigger Certificate -

SIA Occupational Safety Centre

Fall Protection Certificate -

SIA Occupational Safety Centre

MEWP Operator Certificate -

SIA Occupational Safety Centre

OSH Training Certificate -

SIA Occupational Safety Centre

Operator Training - Mobile Elevating Work Platform -

Personals Macibu Centrs

GWO BTT Full Course -

IQTC
KONSTANTINS BASTRONS