Highly skilled and dependable car mechanic
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I am a highly skilled and dependable car mechanic with years of hands-on experience in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of vehicles. I am known for delivering high-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service. I am confident working independently or as part of a team.
Over the years, I have worked in a wide range of varied roles which has allowed me to build a strong, adaptable skill set across many different areas of work. I am passionate about the motor trade, and I am now seeking a new opportunity where I can continue to apply my technical knowledge and contribute to a team dedicated to excellent service and customer satisfaction.
Seasonal Operative - Clemtech / Scotrail
(2025-10 - 2025-12)
Mechanic / Body Repairer - WD Hutton Accident Repair Centre
(2024-01 - 2025-09)
Mechanic - M&E Global, Germany - Germany
(2023-09 - 2023-12)
My role was to conduct servicing on American Humvees. Due to being based on an American Army base, discretion was essential.
Production Operative - Chivas Brothers, Dumbarton - Dumbarton
(2022-04 - 2023-07)
Working on the production line packing whisky bottles. This is a manual role that requires a lot of standing and attention to detail.
Plant Room Operative - Scotgold Resources
(2021-11 - 2022-03)
This role involved working in the plant room, monitoring the machines, and assisting the maintenance staff to repair conveyor belts. This involved working long shifts.
Nightshift Operative - Loch Fyne Fisheries
(2021-08 - 2021-11)
This was a nightshift role smoking salmon and carrying out general cleaning duties.
Assembly Operative - Terex/Volvo Dumptrucks
(2021-04 - 2021-07)
This role involved assembling dumptrucks and filling all the fluids.
Mechanic - M&E Global, Mannheim, Germany - Mannheim, Germany
(2019-09 - 2020-01)
My role was to carry out servicing on American Humvees. Due to being based on an American army base, discretion was essential. Part of my role included the replacement of parts on the vehicles, ranging from a bi-annual service to replacing transmissions.
Mechanic - Arnold Clark, Citroen, Stirling - Stirling
(2019-03 - 2019-09)
My role included conducting basic servicing on petrol and diesel vehicles. I also carried out pre-MOT checks and replaced parts if required. Once work was completed, I would road test the vehicle to ensure the correct level of workmanship had been maintained.
Operative - Stirling Council, Street Lighting Department
(2017-07 - 2019-02)
I was part of a four-man team dealing with the installation of new street lighting and the decommissioning of old street lighting. This involved digging up pathways to find existing 11KV cables to make ready for Scottish Power to disconnect and reinstate in the new poles. I experienced and learned many different aspects of HSE regulations.
Ground Worker - Venesky Brown
(2016-11 - 2017-02)
Worked at BP Grangemouth. This was a general groundwork role predominantly digging trenches, general labouring, and being a banksman.
Subway Operative - Freyssinet
(2016-07 - 2016-11)
Supported the upgrade of the Glasgow Subway Network. This was a general labouring role assisting in the repair of subway lining walls.
Roadside Assistant - First Bus - Glasgow
(2016-01 - 2016-07)
Assisted in the repair and recovery of buses in the Glasgow area ensuring the safety of the passengers and the driver. This was a mobile position located throughout Glasgow. It was a fault-finding job, from electrical systems to cooling systems. There was also a requirement to maintain paperwork, e.g., time sheets, mileage sheets, and fault code finders.
Pre-Production Operative - Allied Vehicles
(2015-07 - 2015-10)
Following specified procedures, I modified petrol and diesel fuel tanks to be reinserted into customers' mobility vehicles.
Sub Assembly Operative - Aggreko, Dumbarton - Dumbarton
(2015-02 - 2015-05)
In this position, I ensured the order of cables to components, making sure all connections were secure. I also dealt with the assembly of high-pressure oil feed hoses and the installation of the hoses. Other roles included fabricating copper components for installation to a transformer.
Asbestos Operative - Damada Asbestos Removal
(2006-01 - 2014-11)
Ensured the safe removal of asbestos material from sites in accordance with HSE protocols. Responsibilities included the erection of protective enclosures and removal of asbestos materials for proper disposal in line with all HSE requirements. Maintained all relevant paperwork.
Accident Repairer - WD Hutton Car and Body Repairs
(2002-06 - 2006-01)
Engaged in the repair of crash-damaged vehicles in accordance with insurance guidelines. Duties included diagnosis of damage and repair in line with manufacturer standards. Responsibility for the procurement and preparation of replacement parts for damaged vehicles.
O grades - English, Maths, French, Physics, and Geography - Kilsyth Academy
