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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
2023.07 - 2026.01

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
2021.05 - 2023.06

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
2019.10 - 2020.12

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
2015.03 - 2019.07

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
2011.09 - 2012.06

MIG Welding Certificate -

Bournemouth and Poole College
Bournemouth, England
2013.09 - 2013.12

Welding Apprenticeship -

Liepaja Shipyard
Liepāja, Latvia
2000.03 - 2000.08

STICK and GAS Welding Certificate -

Riga 9 College
Riga, Latvia
1999.09 - 2000.01

Secondary School Diploma -

Liepaja 11 High School
Liepāja, Latvia
1987.09 - 1997.06

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
2023.07 - 2026.01

Rigger/Slinger and Structural Steel Erector

FMV AB
2021.05 - 2023.06

Shipbuilder and Rigger/Slinger

Company Naval Group
2019.10 - 2020.12

Welder/Fabricator

Company RGS Investments
2015.03 - 2019.07

MIG Welding Certificate -

Bournemouth and Poole College
2013.09 - 2013.12

Diploma in English, Level 1 -

University of Cambridge
2011.09 - 2012.06

Welding Apprenticeship -

Liepaja Shipyard
2000.03 - 2000.08

STICK and GAS Welding Certificate -

Riga 9 College
1999.09 - 2000.01

Secondary School Diploma -

Liepaja 11 High School
1987.09 - 1997.06

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