Education
AMA (Advanced Modern Apprenticeship) Mech Engineering
BTEC level 5 Higher National Certificate in Mechanical/Manufacturing
Engineering (HNC)
NVQ level 3 in Technical Drawing and Technical Support
BTEC level 3 National Diploma in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering
NVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations (Machining,
lathes, mills and grinders)
Employment History
11th February 2013 to 4th December 2014
Various positions in New Zealand
• Manager of Shortbread Cottage hostel
• CoreGroup – Pipeline refurbishment technician
• Hospitality/catering
• Other positions around New Zealand plus some time spent in Japan
The reason I moved to New Zealand was because I made contact with a New Zealand citizen when I was working in Africa who wanted me to take on a project to subdivide and sell off his land. He wanted me to plan, organise and oversee the construction of irrigation and roads along with the installation of utilities such as water, electric and gas supplies so that the plots were ready to build on before being sold. Unfortunately the project was postponed indefinitely due to unforeseen circumstances.
May 11th 2012 to November 7th 2012
Developing Technologies – Sierra Leone, RSPB Gola Forest Program
www.developingtechnologies.org/ Achievements:
Position – Borehole Contractor Drilled and constructed one well
Developments to drilling rig
Experience in supervisory/management position
Responsibilities
• Manufacture of new components within the capabilities of Sierra Leone manufacturing.
• Plan out all operations within the manufacturing process and address any issues before they arise
• Test all components manufactured before use at drill site includes checking fits, welds and functionality.
• When working in the jungle – Manage food/water supplies for myself and 3 workers.
• Manage working hours and wages.
• Deal with workers medical problems.
• Deal with issues within the community around the Gola forest.
• Manage all drilling operations within the Gola Forest Program construction site.
• Sink/construct well for construction purposes.
• Compile a pump installation procedure with detailed drawings of well construction and step by step guide.
Feb 21st 2011 to May 11th 2012
Weatherford – Smart Stabilizer Systems
www.weatherford.com/ Achievements:
Position – R&D Technician: Mechanical Multiple product developments
Design and manufacture of major development projects
Organisation of project data
Responsibilities
• To safely set up test equipment using basic hand tools and power tools.
• To set up data collection equipment to ensure testing is efficient and completed in a timely manner.
• To use equipment for the purpose of carrying out the test, taking clear and precise measurements that will enable analysis of the test results.
• Compile detailed test file with written summary reports, including graphical representation of results, outlining test equipment used, results found and conclusions reached.
• To make recommendations regarding further testing, implement changes to the test rig and redesigning and purchasing parts as necessary.
• Use SAP system for raising purchase orders, creating BoM’s and organising project data
• Use company truck to pickup/deliver components for assembly and/or modification.
• To make sure that test equipment is maintained in full working, calibrated order to ensure accuracy of testing
• To design and build new test equipment purchasing parts where necessary.
March 1st 2010 to Feb 21st 2011
Gardner Denver – Compair
www.compair.com/ Achievements:
Position – Vanes Development Engineer I Development of two new compressors
New product manufacture handover support and implementation
Control of project data and documentation
Responsibilities
• Build and test multiple new product developments in line with company standards
• Modify new product developments using basic milling, drilling, lathe and fabrication work to improve performance
• Keep project file up to date
• Report any problems to line manager and/or design team and any changes to design that might be required
• Use and update project plans to assist in the development process
October 2008 to April 2009
Travelling
August 2005 to October 2008
SPP Pumps
www.spppumps.com/ Achievements:
Position – Product Development and Technical Support Numerous developments for UK/US markets
(June 08 – October 08) Experience in testing processes and procedures
Structuring/design of development jobs
Responsibilities
• Compile design file with all technical data i.e project approval and costing, drawing work, test reports, Non Conformance Reports and full written reports with photos
• Create action plans for new projects to ensure the completion of each project to a specified deadline.
• Create new Autocad cross sectional/component and assembly drawings.
• Ensure all data and documentation is current and correct using internal network with informal sharing of controlled and uncontrolled data filing systems linked to MRP and MPS systems
• Liaise with product development and technical support team to discuss progress of projects, design changes that may need to occur and any issues/problems that may have arisen.
• Ensure all components are available for builds by checking MRP/MPS (Materials Resources Planning/Master Production Schedule) system for stock availability
• Analyse test rigging requirements i.e. driver(motor/engine), correct alignment of pump and driver, pipe work, test equipment and health and safety requirements
• Conduct full performance tests and NPSH (Net Positive Suction Head) test on development projects to assist in the design process and produce accurate performance curves
• During testing input data into test software to produce performance curves to determine a pass or fail
• Liaise with subcontractor to discuss fabrication drawings/designs for test area developments; this would include custom stands for pipe work, guarding to cover health and safety and in some cases pipe work for exhaust outlets.
• Use MRP/MPS to raise purchase orders for subcontracted work, Expedite orders as required.
• Liaise with senior management to discuss ongoing projects progress and planning
Position – Apprentice (August 05 – June 08) Achievements:
Completion of Key Skills, and NVQ L3
Numerous development projects for national and international customers
Structure/design of development jobs
Training in testing procedures
Responsibilities
• To complete NVQ level 3, HNC and key skills while spending six months in each section of the company being engineering design, quality assurance, product development, production, procurement and the test stand
• Create action plans for new projects
• Update and create new BoMs
• Create new component and assembly AutoCAD drawings to cover project specifications and NVQ 3 criteria
• During my NVQ I was asked to work on two projects for product development with the Engineering Manager of a company based in India KBI (Kirloskar Brothers International), this involved producing chassis/skid drawings, GA’s and new component drawings and was a very valuable experience.
• Compile design files with all technical data and full written reports in paper and electronic form
• Research new machining jigs and fixtures for improved productivity and cost effective manufacture/machining
• Create shop floor layouts for new machinery introductions
• Design new tooling, jigs and fixtures for machining processes
• Control Buyer/Planner code on MRP making sure stock levels are correct ordering stock as required or as forecast
• Conduct full performance tests on standard products
• Fill out test reports and NCR’s
August 2004 to August 2005
SAM Tooling now known as Dean Engineering (and see below)
Position – Apprentice Machinist Achievements:
Machining small components
Assist in company re-organisation
Spray shop and fabrication work
September 2003 to August 2005
Gloscat Achievements:
National Diploma Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering
NVQ Lvl2 Machining
Placement at SAM Tooling
August 2002 – August 2003
Audio Excellence Achievements:
Position – Sales Assistant Sales advice on top-end hi-fi and home cinema equipment
Financial responsibility – banking takings
