Arthur Reid
Southend on sea ,Essex
Summary
Proactive individual with customer service background. Keen to build knowledge of plant and repair techniques. Offers flexible schedule and excellent interpersonal skills. Quick learner and practical problem solver.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work history
Maintenance engineer
Cityfm
Southend , Essex
2015.09 - 2026.01
- Collaborated with other engineers, resulted in efficient project completion.
- Adhered strictly to all company policies, maintained high professional standards at all times.
- Conducted risk assessments, minimised potential hazards in the work environment.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations ensuring minimal production delays.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules for improved machine longevity.
- Attended training sessions, enhanced knowledge of latest engineering practices.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of equipment maintenance activities and repairs.
- Completed all assigned work on time and to high quality standards.
- Responded to plant breakdowns and emergency callouts.
- Upheld proactive approach to health and safety practices for safe, secure working environment.
Steam power plant operator
Wellman Roby
Lincoln , Lincolnshire
1999.02 - 2014.02
- Increased plant reliability with regular maintenance and repair tasks.
- Maintained accurate operational records for regulatory compliance.
- Provided guidance to junior operators, promoted a supportive workplace culture.
- Ensured safe operation by strictly adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored equipment for optimal performance, increased efficiency.
- Collaborated with engineers for complex system repairs, enhanced machinery lifespan.
- Assisted in planning scheduled shutdowns for essential maintenance work.
- Conducted routine inspections to prevent mechanical issues.
- Minimised downtime by promptly diagnosing and rectifying faults.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, prevented extensive damage.
- Performed minor repairs to keep equipment in working condition, recording maintenance interventions.
- Communicated with team members in large power plants or boiler rooms.
- Maintained boiler water, chemicals and fuel at required levels to prevent operational issues.
- Operated pumps, compressors and air-conditioning equipment for reliable results.
- Facilitated periodic testing of boiler water quality.
- Added chemicals to boiler water, preventing corrosion and harmful deposits.
Education
GCSEs - English Education
Crewe grammar school
Crewe06.1961
Skills
- Risk assessment capability
- Mechanical repair competency
- HVAC system knowledge
- Resourceful thinking
- Proactive preventive measures
- Understanding of regulations
- Electrical systems knowledge
- Automated systems troubleshooting
- Routine servicing proficiency
- Persistence in task completion
- Fault Diagnosis
- Manufacturing equipment repairs
- Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programmes
- Electrical and mechanical fault finding
- Technical troubleshooting
- Engineering repairs
- Basic carpentry
- Proactive maintenance planning
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Strong communication
- Reading blueprints
- Planned Preventative Maintenance
- Safety consciousness
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Customer Service
- Equipment Maintenance
- Resourcefulness
Timeline
Maintenance engineer
Cityfm
2015.09 - 2026.01
Steam power plant operator
Wellman Roby
1999.02 - 2014.02
GCSEs - English Education
Crewe grammar school