Bradley Minnie

Certified Motor Mechanic Technician with over 4 years of experience in vehicle diagnostics, repair, and maintenance. Proficient in working with both petrol and diesel engines, electronic systems, transmissions, brakes, and HVAC systems. Strong problem-solving skills and a customer-focused approach.

Committed to ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in all mechanical operations. Looking for a challenging role that allows innovation and skill optimization. Highly organized, hard-working individual seeking a position where I can drive solutions to achieve organizational goals, with a strong focus on aligning customer satisfaction and experience with the company's values.

Motor/Petrol Mechanic Technician - Bidvest McCarthy Ford The Glen - The Glen

(2022-03)

Level 1 – Foundational Skills & Workshop Orientation: Entry-level exposure to workshop safety, tool familiarity, and basic vehicle servicing. Level 2 – Intermediate Mechanical Servicing: Expanded practical understanding and hands-on service tasks across core vehicle systems. Level 3 – Advanced Engine and Electrical Work: Hands-on experience with core engine systems, diagnostics, and ignition-related tasks.

Level 4 – Advanced Diagnostics & Specialized Systems: Master-level servicing involving complex systems, electronics, and diesel technologies.

• Demonstrated strong awareness of workshop safety protocols and first-aid procedures, ensuring a safe work environment
• Identified and correctly applied various lubricants, materials, and metals, developing an understanding of friction management and component compatibility
• Gained proficiency in the care and use of workshop tools, including the application and reading of gauges and meters
• Correctly identified and fitted gaskets, seals, and locking devices to prevent leaks and ensure assembly integrity
• Applied basic mechanical hand skills, laying a foundation for component removal and reassembly
• Developed a working knowledge of vehicle systems and components, including drive, braking, and cooling systems
• Understood basic lubrication principles, including oil viscosity, service intervals, and system flow
• Gained an introduction to basic electrical systems, including battery awareness and simple wiring
• Safely used lifting equipment and conducted standard vehicle services, such as oil changes and visual inspections
• Identified, removed, and replaced bushes and bearings, improving understanding of rotational mechanics and wear diagnostics
• Performed routine component servicing, such as fluid top-ups, filter replacements, and drive belt inspections
• Diagnosed and replaced carburettor-based fuel system components, gaining insight into air-fuel mixture tuning and combustion processes
• Identified and assessed exhaust systems, understanding back pressure and emissions implications
• Removed and inspected cooling system components (e.g., radiators, water pumps, hoses), checking for leaks, corrosion, and overheating issues
• Replaced lubrication system components, such as oil pumps and filters, ensuring smooth engine operation
• Removed and reinstalled suspension parts, including shocks, springs, and control arms, restoring handling and comfort
• Developed foundational understanding of steering systems, wheel alignment, and metal fusing techniques (e.g., soldering or basic welding)
• Removed, dismantled, reconditioned, and reinstalled cylinder heads, inspecting for warping, valve damage, and gasket failure
• Serviced and rebuilt engine blocks, handling components such as pistons, crankshafts, and camshafts with precision
• Diagnosed and replaced fuel system components, understanding pressure regulation and injector functionality
• Conducted basic electronics diagnostics, including multimeter testing of ignition coils, spark plugs, and wiring integrity
• Studied engine efficiency principles, including forced induction (turbocharging), combustion optimization, and airflow management
• Tested, repaired, and replaced vehicle electrical systems, such as starter motors, alternators, sensors, and lighting circuits
• Removed and replaced clutch and transmission assemblies, ensuring correct engagement, alignment, and torque settings
• Diagnosed and repaired brake systems, including caliper inspection, pad replacement, and hydraulic system bleeding
• Diagnosed, repaired, and replaced advanced transmission systems, including automatic gearboxes, CVTs, and torque converters
• Identified, tested, and repaired mechanical and electronic systems, using diagnostic tools for battery load testing and alternator/generator output verification
• Calibrated and repaired advanced ignition systems, including distributor-less ignition and ECU-controlled timing
• Serviced and commissioned vehicle air conditioning systems, performing gas recovery, compressor diagnostics, and leak tests
• Acquired working knowledge of high-speed diesel engines, including combustion cycles, compression ignition, and emissions standards
• Removed and replaced diesel injectors and fuel pumps, optimizing fuel delivery and engine performance
• Serviced and maintained filtering systems, including air, oil, and fuel filters, while diagnosing overall engine performance in light commercial vehicles

Senior Certificate (2017)

Motor Mechanic Trade Certificate - Automotive Mechanics