Andrew John Davies
Llanelli,Carmarthenshire
Summary
Mechanical engineer with multiple years of steel industry experience, progressing from time-served apprenticeship to graduate qualification. Experience across cold mill and coatings departments, supporting process reliability and production efficiency. Applies hands-on technical skills to improve equipment performance and operational outcomes.
A keen and well driven individual who is always looking to better himself.
Overview
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Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Engineer
Tata Steel
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
07.2018 - Current
- Produced mechanical performance line breakdowns for department follow-up actions.
- Monitored mechanical system installations to meet safety regulations and standards.
- Oversaw quality control, maintenance, and repairs across ongoing project phases.
- Directed maintenance and repair activities for plant machinery.
- Completed risk assessments and added control measures for safer conditions.
- Advised mechanical improvement options for materials, products, and processes.
- Analysed system failures and executed corrective actions to improve reliability.
- Delivered maintenance and fluid power training sessions on mechanical systems to junior engineers.
- Responsible person to sign off craft personnel as competent to issue mechanical certificates.
- Managed schedule and budget controls to prevent delays and extra costs.
- Enforced strict controls to keep projects within set timelines and budgets, minimising delays and unnecessary costs.
- Liase with contract partners to deliver line improvements.
Technical Maintenance Engineer
Tata Steel
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
09.2017 - 07.2018
- Documented all maintenance activities, creating comprehensive reports for management review.
- Management of day and shift teams
- Management of contractors
- Management of spares
- Updated maintenance records and logs to track the history and condition of equipment.
- Managed emergency repairs on critical equipment, often under tight deadlines, to maintain continuous production flow.
- Completed all work in line with task schedules and industry best practices.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on mechanical equipment to guarantee operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with other departments to schedule maintenance activities minimising impact on production.
- Efficiently executed shut downs for planned maintenance.
- Demonstrated advanced skills working with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
- Responded promptly for out-of-hours emergency response.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments and evaluations to determine safest and most efficient way to complete tasks.
Maintenance Technician
Jaguar Land Rover
Birmingham
09.2016 - 08.2017
- The role at JLR is to maintain and ensure the line is running efficiently, with minimal downtime as possible.
- Controlling the line from HMI's, responding quickly to any breakdowns or faults.
- Based on the Cladding Line, taking care of all the jigs and fixtures on the line and correcting any issues.
- Ensuring all geometry and functionality is fit for purpose, as if not within specification it can have a massive effect on the bodies.
- Maintenance of all tooling on the line is also an important factor to the role, taking care of power tools such as Desoutter, Makita and Gesipa.
- Ensuring the target torque has been achieved and the tool is working efficiently.
- Carrying out preventative maintenance checks when the line is idle, working on roller beds, conveyors, lifts, lift assistors for body parts.
Technical Maintenance Engineer
Tata Steel
Wales
06.2014 - 08.2016
- The role includes taking care of all mechanical operations on three process lines within the coatings department of the plant.
- It involves arranging scheduled maintenances on each of the lines on a regular basis and also attending to breakdowns.
- It also includes planning of labour and spares to carry out maintenance tasks or breakdowns.
- Ensuring all targets and operations can be carried out to an agreed timescale and by attending update and maintenance meetings.
- Another aspect is to plan projects or update work to certain areas of the production line, considering cost, specifications and desired output and gains.
- Duties include: Fault finding on wide range of equipment, Preventative Maintenance, Isolation of air, steam, water, Permits to work on Fluid Power Systems, Issue Hot Work Permits, Issue Safe Working Procedures, Planning and Implementing Project Work, Plan Labour and Costs, Working closely to mechanical daycraft team and assign tasks, Carry out Risk Assessments and Toolbox talks, Functional testing of equipment, Issuing spares / returning spares for overhaul, Prompt response to breakdowns/faults, Working as part of multi skilled team, Updating SAP system of work carried out, Training and coaching apprentices, Assisting Mechanical and Production Personnel, Follow COMAH, COSHH, RIDDOR and PUWER, Part of Trostre HAVS Committee.
- Types of Equipment: Process Plant, Drives, Pumps, Transfer Equipment, Roll Changes, Bearings, Seals, Conveyors
Mechanical Day Craftsman
Tata Steel
Wales
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Working as part of a mechanical maintenance team, where day to day activities involve pre maintenance checks, daily inspections, tests and scheduled maintenance activities as well as fault investigation.
- I was responsible for the daily and long term maintenance of several lines within the plant.
- I interacted with the Engineering staff and crews to ensure that any issues were dealt with in a controlled and effective manner.
- Working hand in hand with contractors and electrical day craft I carried out plant maintenance on a wide range of equipment and ensured it was completed to the highest of standards.
- Duties included: Line Maintenance/Breakdowns, Running line inspections, Projects, Testing and commissioning, Safety improvements, Fault Finding, Line improvements, Preventative Maintenance, Safe Working Procedures, Risk Assessing, Training apprentices.
Mechanical Engineering Apprentice
Tata Steel
Wales
01.2008 - 01.2012
- I rotated around the various departments of the plant learning all aspect of mechanical engineering from the maintenance perspective to fault finding.
- I was given hands on and college based training successfully completing all the criteria of the apprenticeship to a very high standard.
- I attained many skills as I had to balance between work based demands, and educational demands.
- I learnt to plan and prioritise my time as a result of this.
- The apprenticeship also taught me commitment, self-motivation and how to manage my time, as I quite often had to work hard to meet deadlines.
- Putting in a vast amount of effort into my chosen career to ensure my work was of the highest standard.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Wales
01-2014
HND - Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering
Coleg Sir Gar
01-2012
GCSEs - Maths, Physical Education, Design and Technology (Resistant Materials), Welsh Second Language, English Literature, English Language, Geography, French
Glan-Y-Mor Comprehensive
01-2005
Skills
- Engineering
- Project Development
- Fault Finding
- Planned Maintenance
- Planning Management
- Cost Management
- Hydraulics & Pneumatics
- Functional Testing
- Isolations
- Permits
- Process Plant
- Problem Solving
- SAP User
Awards
- Engineering Student of the Year, Ysgol Glan Y Mor, 2005
- Welsh Livery and Guild Apprentice of the Year, TATA, 2011
- Coleg Sir Gar Mechanical Student of the Year, Coleg Sir Gar, 2011
References
- Mr David Job, Tata Steel, Trostre, 07792 569732
- Mr Rhodri Taylor, Tata Steel, Trostre, 07590 414916
Hobbies and Interests
Outside of work I have a great interest in a variety of sports, mainly rugby. I am a season ticket holder with the Scarlets. I enjoy travelling and visiting new countries, experiencing the different cultures, and meeting new people from different backgrounds.
But my main priority is my two young sons and supporting their development and interests.
I hold a full clean UK driving licence.
Certification
- IOSH Managing Safely
- BFPA Level 1 Hydraulics
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer
Tata Steel
07.2018 - Current
Technical Maintenance Engineer
Tata Steel
09.2017 - 07.2018
Maintenance Technician
Jaguar Land Rover
09.2016 - 08.2017
Technical Maintenance Engineer
Tata Steel
06.2014 - 08.2016
Mechanical Day Craftsman
Tata Steel
01.2012 - 01.2014
Mechanical Engineering Apprentice
Tata Steel
01.2008 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Wales
HND - Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering
Coleg Sir Gar
GCSEs - Maths, Physical Education, Design and Technology (Resistant Materials), Welsh Second Language, English Literature, English Language, Geography, French
Glan-Y-Mor Comprehensive