I am responsible for both the technical and managerial aspects of leading 4 engineering teams and ensuring project success. The key responsibilities:• Train and mentor engineering staff.• Foster collaboration, innovation, and professional development.• Assign tasks based on individual strengths and project needs.• Build a positive and productive work environment.• Define project goals with tight timelines.• Oversee project planning, execution, and completion.• Monitor progress and ensure adherence to deadlines and quality standards.• Identify and mitigate risks to ensure successful project delivery.• Provide technical guidance and support to engineers.• Approve strategies, and engineering solutions.• Ensure that all deliverables meet quality, safety, and compliance standards.• Align engineering efforts with the organisation’s goals and vision.• Plan for future equipment and resource needs.• Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in products or processes.• Liase between engineering teams, management, clients, and other companies.• Facilitate cross-functional teamwork to achieve organisational objectives.• Allocate resources and equipment effectively.• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices.• Optimise workflows to enhance productivity and reduce inefficiencies.• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in engineering operations.• Identify technical and operational risks.• Ensure all engineering activities comply with safety, regulatory, and industry standards.• Monitor team and individual performance against KPIs and goals.• Provide feedback, recognise achievements, and address underperformance.• Stay updated with the latest modifications.• Encourage innovation within the team to improve processes, products, and services.managing people, processes, and projects effectively, i ensured technical excellence while achieving business goals.

In my role I ensured that tools, machinery, and systems were operational, well-maintained, and optimised for efficiency. This role required technical expertise and engineering knowledge to address equipment-related needs in a dynamic environment.Key Responsibilities:• Developed and executed preventive and corrective maintenance plans for engineering equipment.• Troubleshot and resolved mechanical and electrical issues in equipment.• Ensured compliance with safety and engineering standards.• Improved equipment reliability and efficiency.• Modified and enhanced equipment to meet operational needs.• Collaborated with engineers to align equipment with project requirements.• Provided technical support for equipment operation.• Acted as a liaison between operations and maintenance teams.• Monitored equipment performance and recommended process improvements.• Analysed equipment data to predict and prevent failures.• Developed reliability-c-entered maintenance (RCM) strategies to reduce downtime.• Performed root cause analysis (RCA).• Sourced and acquired tools and spare parts.• Negotiated contracts with vendors to ensure cost-effectiveness.• Trained/mentored operators.• Addressed unexpected issues during field operations.• Tracked equipment lifecycle and planned replacements or upgrades.• Coordinated with maintenance teams for parts availability.• Conducted risk assessments and safety audits per ISO 9001 standards.• Implemented automation solutions to improve.• Planned equipment acquisition and deployment based on project timelines.• Developed schedules to minimise downtime and ensure critical equipment availability.• Analysed operational data to forecast future equipment needs.This role ensured the seamless functioning of engineering equipment, directly supporting the company’s operational goals while emphasising efficiency, reliability, and safety.

As an Engineering Production Manager, I held a crucial position overseeing a team of 30 personnel and driving efficiency within a complex engineering environment comprising over 150+ equipment valued at approximately £60 million. My role demanded a balance of technical expertise, leadership, and strategic thinking to optimize production processes and align them with organisational needs.My key Responsibilities:• Production Planning and Resource Allocation: I developed and executed production schedules based on demand forecasts, ensuring optimal use of manpower, materials, and equipment to meet organisational needs.• Equipment Management: By maintaining equipment availability above 80%, I met operational requirements and delivered outputs as directed by senior executives. Preventive maintenance schedules and swift repairs ensured minimal downtime and long-term reliability.• Technical Advisory and Data Analysis: As the primary technical advisor to stakeholders, I provided clear, data-driven insights using advanced Microsoft.• Team Leadership: I led, trained, and supervised engineers and technicians, setting performance metrics, addressing conflicts, and fostering a positive work environment to drive team success.• Quality and Compliance: Ensuring products met stringent quality standards and customer specifications.• Budget Management and Cost Control: I managed production budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or quality, while evaluating the need for equipment upgrades to sustain operational performance.• Reporting and Strategic Planning: I prepared detailed production reports, maintained accurate records of output and equipment performance, and leveraged data to forecast trends and mitigate risks such as supply chain disruptions.This role required a proactive approach to problem-solving, strong leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production outcomes.

As an Engineering Team Leader I played a critical role in managing and guiding a team of 15 engineers to achieve project goals efficiently and effectively. My key responsibilities:• Providing technical expertise and support to the team.• Oversee the development and implementation of engineering solutions.• Ensuring quality and adherence to technical standards and best practices.• Planning, coordinating, and managing engineering projects.• Set timelines, milestones, and deliverables.• Monitoring progress to ensure projects are completed on time.• Assigning tasks based on team members’ skills and strengths.• Mentored, coached, and developed team members’ skills.• Resolved conflicts and fostering collaboration.• Acted as the primary liaison between the engineering team and other departments or stakeholders.• Reporting progress, challenges, and solutions to higher management.• Ensuring clear and consistent communication within the team.• Anticipated potential issues and implementing proactive solutions.• Address technical challenges and facilitating innovative problem-solving.• Managing resources, including personnel, equipment, and budgets.• Ensured the team has the tools and resources available to complete all tasks.• Aligned team goals with the organisations objectives.• Contributing to long-term planning and innovation strategies.• Ensured the team adheres to safety regulations and organizational policies.By effectively fulfilling these roles of an engineering team leader I have ensured both the team’s productivity and the successful delivery of projects.

My responsibility was ensuring that vehicles meet safety, legal, and performance standards. My job roles typically include the following:•. Perform thorough checks of vehicles to assess their safety, mechanical condition, and compliance with regulations.•. Inspect brakes, tires, lights, steering systems, emissions, and other critical components.•. Check for damage, wear, or malfunctioning parts.•. Ensure vehicles comply with national regulations, including emissions standards and road safety requirements.•. Certify vehicles as roadworthy or issue failure notices if necessary. •. Maintain detailed records of inspections, findings, and certifications.•. Provide reports to regulatory agencies or vehicle owners regarding the vehicle’s condition. • Advise vehicle owners on necessary repairs or maintenance to meet inspection standards.•. Educate customers about safety regulations and the importance of maintaining their vehicles. •. Collaborate with mechanics or repair shops to address identified problems.•. Retest vehicles after repairs to confirm compliance with safety standards.•. Conducted lifting equipment through examinations in accordance with LOLER and PUWER legislation.•. Delivered periodic inspection refresher training.Key Skills Required for this role:•. Strong knowledge of vehicle mechanics and regulations. Ensuring policy was adhered to at all times.•. Attention to detail and analytical skills.•. Good communication skills for explaining technical issues to customers.

My main job roles of a mechanical engineer within the army include a variety of responsibilities that ensure the operational efficiency and technological advancement of military systems. These roles can be broadly categorised.Ensuring the readiness and reliability of military equipment is critical. This involves:• Ensuring all designs comply with military standards and are suitable for harsh conditions.•. Diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues in vehicles and machinery.•. Developing preventive maintenance schedules.•. Conducting performance assessments to enhance system reliability.•. Overseeing repair operations in field environments.• Evaluating the performance and safety of vehicles and other mechanical systems.•. Energy Systems: Working on power generators and energy storage solutions for remote operations.•. Operate specialized tools and diagnostic equipment to evaluate vehicle performance and identify potential issues.•. Used technical electrical and hydraulic diagrams.•. Oversaw ordering of spares worth £1M for a fleet of 100 vehicles.Key Environments and DeploymentsI have worked in diverse setting:•. Field Operations: Providing real-time support for deployed units.•. Workshops/Bases: Conducting maintenance and training personnel on equipment use.