Tomas Andrinavicius

A qualified mechanic and experienced plant operator with a strong background in heavy machinery, manufacturing and fast paced quarry environments. Confident and skilled in diagnosing mechanical issues, performing repairs, carrying out preventative maintenance and operating heavy machinery safely and efficiently. Committed to maintaining strict health, safety and site regulations in high risk working environments and comfortable working with physical equipment, tools and heavy materials with a strong focus on practical problem-solving.

Reliable, adaptable and hardworking with a natural aptitude for troubleshooting and ability to work under pressure. Now looking for a practical role as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician, Fitter Assistant, HGV/Vehicle Mechanic or Quarry and Process Plant Operator.

Wheel Loader Operator & Plant Maintenance at Cemex, UK (2023-07 – 2026-09)

• Maintained and operated heavy plant machinery (Komatsu WA475 loading shovels) within a high-production quarry environment.
• Performed daily pre-start inspections, routine maintenance and prompted fault reporting to minimise plant downtime.
• Managed material movement, crusher feeding and stockpiles while adhering strictly to site safety regulations.

Wheel Loader / 360 Excavator Operator at Mick George, UK (2021-03 – 2023-06)

• Operated and monitored wheel loaders and 360 excavators in aggregate and quarry operations.
• Performed routine maintenance checks, tracking mechanical wear and tear, and assisting with minor on-site equipment repairs.
• Followed strict health, safety, and compliance protocols around heavy plant and industrial equipment.

Telehandler Driver (Self-employed) at New Steel Solutions & Emcor Facilities Services, UK (2021-07 – 2022-03)

• Safely operated telehandlers across various construction sites.
• Transported and secured materials, maintained site logistics, organised deliveries and kept operational areas clean, safe and tidy.

Manufacturing Operator at Cummins Ltd (2017-04 – 2021-07)

• Used computerised systems (Maximo) for tools and supply management, met company production targets.
• Supplied tools for engineers and managed heavy material handling using counterbalance forklifts.

Punch Machine Operator at Bearward Engineering Ltd (2014-09 – 2017-04)

• Operated, set up and adjusted large industrial radiator manufacturing machinery: ('Centrum-3000' and 'Magnum-5000').
• Performed maintenance, repair, and mechanical set-up of punch machines.
• Troubleshot technical problems during machine operation and completed regular quality checks.

Counterbalance Driver at Travis Perkins (2013-11 – 2014-09)

• Loaded and unloaded heavy vehicles. Managed inventory and safe stock placement.
• Performed housekeeping duties and manual handling.

Manual Lathe / Milling Operator at Henderson Fabrications (2011-07 – 2013-11)

• Set up, operated and maintained machinery during trial runs.
• Verified accuracy of machining factors such as spindle speeds and feed cycles.
• Created and edited programs for new products based on engineering drawings.
• Performed hands-on component adjustments, mechanical checks and quality compliance on finished workpieces.

Vocational Training Diploma in Motor Vehicle Mechanic (Equivalent to UK Level 3 NVQ / SVQ Level 3) – Lithuania (2006 – 2006)

Secondary Education Diploma in Equivalent to GCE AS Level / Scottish Higher – Lithuania (2005 – 2005)