Automotive Technician
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Since starting my apprenticeship in 1993, I have spent many years in the HGV repair industry, gaining experience with multiple brands of trucks and trailers both in the retail and fleet. Along with supervisory roles and technical advice in the corporate world with the RAC. I have also been self-employed, running my own business.
I have even had the opportunity to get some varied experience working abroad whilst travelling. In my years in the automotive industry, I have gained a wide range of experience, not only in the tasks I have carried out. Also the wide range of vehicles I've worked on.
Mobile Mechanic - Halfords Autocentres
(2025-01)
Mobile Mechanic - RAC Mobile Mechanics
(2024-01 - 2025-01)
Business Owner & Technician - Self Employed
(2020-01 - 2024-01)
As well as keeping a fleet of gritters & vans maintained, I have been using my coaching and NLP skills in my own life coaching business, and converted a van to a motorhome.
HGV Technician - Scania GB
(2018-01 - 2020-01)
Technician - Babcock Marine
(2018-01 - 2018-01)
A temporary contract at Devenport Docks rebuilding Naval Frigates.
HGV Technician - In Transit Transport
(2016-01 - 2018-01)
Being the main workshop tech, I was responsible for getting vehicles through MOT, training the apprentice, and carrying out any repairs needed.
HGV Technician - HTC DAF Hemel Hempstead
(2016-01 - 2016-01)
A temporary contract to help clear a backlog of work.
Commercial Technical Expert - RAC Commercial Assistance
(2016-01 - 2018-01)
As tech support for RACCA, I provided tech guidance to their call centre operatives, reviewed breakdowns to provide reports and feedback for fleet customers such as Royal Mail, SHB & Morrisons.
HGV Technician - MAN Truck & Bus (Central)
(2014-01 - 2016-01)
Business owner + Technician - AWAutotek
(2011-01 - 2014-01)
Self employed mobile mechanic, carrying out MOT repairs, servicing, diagnostics, engine repairs & replacements, clutches. vehiclesworked on cars, vans & trucks. As well as contracting for WCC, repairing gritters.
HGV Technician - Keltruck Scania
(2006-01 - 2011-01)
Shift Supervisor - Christian Salvesen
(2004-01 - 2006-01)
As the shift supervisor I have to ensure the smooth running of the workshop at night and supervise the other mechanics, sorting out any breakdowns ordering parts and carrying out servicing and mot repairs on 7.5 to 44 ton vehicles.
Various driving & mechanicing jobs - Travelling Australia - Various employers - Australia
(2003-01 - 2004-01)
I worked for various employers, working my way around Australia doing mainly mechanical and driving jobs.
Vehicle Technician - Arrow Car Services
(2002-01 - 2003-01)
Vehicle Technician - Listers VW
(2002-01 - 2002-01)
Vehicle Technician - Granbrook Garage
(2000-01 - 2002-01)
Vehicle Technician - Crossroads 4WD Centre
(1997-01 - 2000-01)
As a technician I was servicing cars to manufacturer's service schedules, pre delivery inspections and M.O.T. testing. Overhauling gearboxs, cylinder head gaskets, clutches and engine changes. My responsibilities included keeping my working area tidy and working to a high standard of work.
HGV Fitter - Chris Keen Commercials
(1997-01 - 1997-01)
A temporary contract to help clear a backlog of work.
HGV Fitter - Allelys Heavy Haulage
(1996-01 - 1996-01)
Apprentice HGV Fitter - Blakes Chilled Distribution
(1993-01 - 1996-01)
GCSE - Stratford on Avon High School (1988-01 - 1993-01)
City & Guilds 383 Level 3 + National Craft Certificate - Tile Hill College of FE (1993-01 - 1997-01)
City & Guilds 381 - Mid Warwickshire College of FE (1999-01 - 2000-01)
