Old-School Engineer with a modern approach. Full Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship trained.Extensive mechanical and electrical hands on experience. Technical / Business Development / Managerial. 35+ continuous years within the Industrial & Manufacturing environment from the shop floor up to Senior Management including :14 years within the ultra high QHSE and complex project environment of the Subsea / Offshore Oil & Gas and Subsea Defence industries. 25 years within the Industrial Power Transmission Industry - Gearboxes, Motors, Inverters, Controls, Diesel Engines.Hands on trouble shooting, problem solving approach though to design, development and delivery / aftersales. Full understanding of complete customer hierarchies and needs; driven by a business development and continuous improvement focus. Solid engineering foundation from a Mechanical Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Lister Diesel Engines) with time served in Fabrication, Machining and Assembly.Working closely with both OEM and End User markets all with a constant focus on Customer Service and with a genuine Lean ethos.