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Alan Chalkley

Wakefield,West Yorkshire

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in budget planning, high-value project management, and regulatory compliance. Demonstrates an engaging leadership style and excels in sustainability integration and change programme implementation. Proven track record in team building strategies and ensuring health and safety compliance. Committed to driving organisational success through innovative solutions and strategic planning.

Overview

53
53
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Mechanical Engineer / Duty Manager

NCMME
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
02.2015 - Current
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting comprehensive risk assessments
  • Conducted root cause analysis to resolve recurring issues
  • Conducted proactive machine inspections to uphold workplace health and safety standards
  • Collaborated with suppliers to secure top-quality materials at competitive rates
  • Collaborated with diverse teams to efficiently achieve project goals
  • Regularly evaluated mechanical systems for compliance with regulations and standards
  • Advised on engineering projects using mechanical insights across disciplines
  • Ensured safety standards compliance by enforcing health and safety regulations
  • Delivered training sessions, boosting new employees' skills
  • Managed emergency procedures and delivered first aid
  • Prepared end of shift reports ensuring seamless handovers and uninterrupted service delivery
  • Ensured compliance with company policies through consistent monitoring and enforcement
  • Followed health and safety regulations to uphold compliant workplace practices
  • Implemented emergency response protocols to ensure safety, security and compliance across environments
  • Ensured compliance with company policies for exceptional guest experiences
  • Led team meetings to encourage open communication and collaboration

Engineering Manager

Fletchers Group Bakeries
Barnsley, West Yorkshire
08.2004 - 02.2015
  • Developed new process improvements for efficiency increase.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards by conducting regular audits.
  • Managed all engineering projects, ensuring timely completion.
  • Led cost reduction initiatives with strategic planning.

Cell Leader

West Yorkshire Founaries
Leeds, West Yorkshire
08.1989 - 08.2004
  • Managed conflict resolution amongst team members promptly and efficiently.
  • Improved team coordination by implementing effective communication strategies.
  • Provided training sessions to enhance employee skill sets.
  • Conducted regular staff meetings for improved team dynamics.

Charghand Fitter

N.C.B. / British Coal
Wakefield, West yorkshire
08.1972 - 08.1989

Indentured Apprentice Fitter (4 yrs )

Worked in almost every department, getting to know how each department organised there day to day activities, and how each area interacts with others to be a productive Colliery.


Worked in the Development several years

Worked on a production coal face on and off when required

Worked on salvage when production faces had finished.


Spent the last several years at Nostell colliery as the Acting Mechanical Engineer on the back shift.



Education

NEBOSH - Health & Safety

National Examination Board in Occupational Safety
England

ILM Quality Assured Award Level 4 - Business Management

Institute of Leadership & Management.(City Guilds)
York
11.2002 - 06.2004

Mechanical Technicians Certificate ( Class one ) - Mechanical Technology & Practice. Legislation.

City & Guilds of London Institute
Wakefield
09.1977 - 06.1979

Colliery Mehanics Craft Certificate - Mechanical Craft in Mining

Coll. Mechanics Craft Certificate course (class 2)
Yorkshire
09.1973 - 06.1976

Mines Rescue - Practices in rescue work

National Coal Board
Yorkshire
/1982 - /1989

Craft Mechanic - Mining Engineering

Y.C.F.E. Craft Apprenticeship
08.1972 - 08.1976

Skills

  • Budget planning capabilities
  • High-value project management
  • Engaging leadership style
  • Regulatory compliance knowledge
  • Sustainability integration
  • Change programme implementation
  • Team building strategies
  • Health and Safety Compliance

Timeline

Mechanical Engineer / Duty Manager

NCMME
02.2015 - Current

Engineering Manager

Fletchers Group Bakeries
08.2004 - 02.2015

ILM Quality Assured Award Level 4 - Business Management

Institute of Leadership & Management.(City Guilds)
11.2002 - 06.2004

Cell Leader

West Yorkshire Founaries
08.1989 - 08.2004

Mechanical Technicians Certificate ( Class one ) - Mechanical Technology & Practice. Legislation.

City & Guilds of London Institute
09.1977 - 06.1979

Colliery Mehanics Craft Certificate - Mechanical Craft in Mining

Coll. Mechanics Craft Certificate course (class 2)
09.1973 - 06.1976

Charghand Fitter

N.C.B. / British Coal
08.1972 - 08.1989

Craft Mechanic - Mining Engineering

Y.C.F.E. Craft Apprenticeship
08.1972 - 08.1976

NEBOSH - Health & Safety

National Examination Board in Occupational Safety

Mines Rescue - Practices in rescue work

National Coal Board
/1982 - /1989
Alan Chalkley