Alistair McAlpine
Southport,Lancashire
Summary
Driven and capable wind turbine technician with strong aptitude for hands-on technical work, demonstrating proficiency in electrical and mechanical systems. Skilled in problem-solving, teamwork and ensuring seamless operations with minimal downtime. Committed to contributing to sustainable energy solutions through reliable and safe wind turbine installation or maintenance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Wind Turbine Technician
Dornier Group
Glasgow, Glasgow City
2025.08 - Current
- Carry out electrical component installation as per the manufacturer guidelines.
- Collaborating with colleague's to operate heavy lift equipment when carrying out MV cable pull.
- Work cleanly, safely and autonomously in various locations of the wind turbine to carry out tasks efficiently.
BMW Group Senior / Level 4 High Voltage Technician
Halliwell Jones BMW Ltd.
Southport, Lancashire
2023.06 - 2025.08
- Carrying out services, diagnostics and repair of customer vehicles to the highest standards.
- Follow repair manuals as per the manufacture specifications to optimise efficiency and correct works are carried out.
- Speaking with customers to provide expert, technical opinion and best course of action.
- Utilised specialist tools in accordance with repair instructions.
- Maintaining thorough and up to date product knowledge.
- Use advanced diagnostic software (e.g. BMW ISTA) interpret wiring schematics to help troubleshoot faults.
Service Quality Specialist
Porsche Centre Preston
Preston, Lancashire
2022.09 - 2023.06
- Provided technical support & guidance to Technician and Service advisors, whilst ensuring the workshop process are in line with Porsche Service Process.
- Managed technical repair progression by usage of systems and process.
- In control of PCSS coding & documentation quality standards.
- Managed and maintained PCGB warranty standards.
BMW Technician
Halliwell Jones BMW Ltd.
Southport, Lancashire
2013.02 - 2022.09
- BMW workshop controller.
- BMW certified technician.
Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician
Claridges Garage Ltd
Southport, Lancashire
2004.07 - 2013.02
- Mechanical electrical trim technician
- Completed apprenticeship
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician
City & Guilds
2005.07 - 2008.02
Skills
- Turbine electrical installation
- None conformance reporting
- Team collaboration
- Safe working practices and RAMS
- Professionally flexible
Certification
- IMI Level 4 hybrid & electric vehicle component replacement.
- BMW Group senior technician certified.
- BMW Group digital services expert.
- City and Guilds NVQ level 3 mechanical and electrical trim technician.
Training
- GWO Basic safety training.
- GWO Basic technical training.
- Offshore medical OEUK/RUK.
Timeline
Wind Turbine Technician
Dornier Group
2025.08 - Current
BMW Group Senior / Level 4 High Voltage Technician
Halliwell Jones BMW Ltd.
2023.06 - 2025.08
Service Quality Specialist
Porsche Centre Preston
2022.09 - 2023.06
BMW Technician
Halliwell Jones BMW Ltd.
2013.02 - 2022.09
NVQ Level 3 - Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician
City & Guilds
2005.07 - 2008.02
Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician
Claridges Garage Ltd
2004.07 - 2013.02