Khaled Sheikh

Experience

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  Imperial College London

  Sept 2013 - Oct 2013

  Laboratory Technician Intern

  I was a part of a group of interns responsible for disassembling a wide-field microscope for transport to the Hammersmith campus of the university. The internship gave me insight into the technical aspects of a biology laboratory. I also gained considerable experience and knowledge on sensitive materials handling, health and safety, laboratory equipment and their functions.

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  Newham College of Further Education

  Oct 2015 - Nov 2015

  Staff Assistant

  Assisted the staff at a independent learning centre within the college. My duties included training new students in using the college online portal, referencing their assignments, helping with assignments, deal with queries regarding the centre and other administrative activities.

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  Pret A Manger

  Apr 2018 - Aug 2020

  As a Coffee specialist at Pret, I was responsible for crafting and serving a variety of beverages with precision and expertise, ensuring each cup met the brand's high-quality standards. Engaging with customers, I addressed inquiries regarding our beverage offerings and other services, providing them with a memorable experience. Throughout my tenure, I remained steadfast in adhering to health and safety protocols, ensuring both the well-being of our patrons and the integrity of our products. This role required me to serve customers and dealing with enquiries regarding products and services while maintaining health and safety standards.

  • Team Member Specialist

    Sept 2018 - Aug 2020

  • Team Member

    Apr 2018 - Sept 2018
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  Alstom

  Sept 2020 - Jan 2024

  Project Engineering Apprentice (Signalling)

  Supported £69m+ railway re-signalling and infrastructure projects in South and East London, delivering critical contributions in technical documentation, materials management, and on-site installation.• Created detailed technical documents, including cable management strategies and work packages, ensuring smooth execution and compliance with engineering standards.• Managed engineers’ bills of materials, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring procurement deadlines were met.• Assisted with the installation of train detection systems and power supply equipment during railway possessions, adhering to safety and efficiency standards.• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to meet project milestones and address operational challenges effectively. Show less

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  GKN Aerospace

  Feb 2024 - Nov 2024

  Programme Support Officer (Integrated Programme Team)

  In my role as a Programme Support Officer at GKN Aerospace, I collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of defense aircraft transparency projects. My key responsibilities include:• Monitoring Programme Performance: Oversee progress, costs, and resource allocation to ensure alignment with customer requirements and project objectives.• Developing Project Structures: Create Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS), and schedules to effectively track project milestones and deliverables.• Enhancing Delivery and Quality: Work with stakeholders to improve on-time delivery and product quality, ensuring compliance with customer scorecards and performance targets.• Managing Risks: Maintain and update the programme’s risk register, identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies.• Analysing Performance: Prepare and interpret programme performance summaries to provide actionable insights for project optimization.• Facilitating Change Management: Assist in the development and submission of change proposals in response to customer requests, ensuring smooth implementation of changes.• Coordinating Documentation and Communication: Manage programme documentation and ensure effective communication between internal teams and external customers. Show less

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  IAG Cargo

  Nov 2024 - now

  Portfolio Executive