Ashley Weldon
Arnold,Nottingham
Summary
A highly motivated and experienced maintenance professional with over 12 years of hands-on experience with electrical and mechanical systems across manufacturing and industrial environments. Proven track record in leading multidisciplinary teams, coordinating preventative and reactive maintenance, and delivering high standards of operational efficiency and safety. Currently pursuing a BEng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering at Sheffield Hallam University, with a strong foundation in electrical installations, PLCs, control systems, and project management. Committed to continuous development and eager to progress into more advanced engineering roles to contribute to innovative, high-performing engineering teams
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work history
Maintenance Supervisor
Eurocell
Alfreton, Derbyshire
2020.01 - Current
- Supervise a team of multi-skilled maintenance technicians, coordinating 24/7 shift coverage to ensure consistent plant availability and rapid response to breakdowns.
- Oversee preventative and reactive maintenance across electrical and mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
- Lead large-scale engineering projects from inception to completion, including planning, resource allocation, budgeting, and coordination with internal stakeholders and external contractors.
- Provide technical support and hands-on guidance during complex fault-finding, system upgrades, and installations.
- Manage engineering stores, controlling inventory levels, sourcing critical spares, and maintaining cost-effective stock management systems.
Maintenance Technician
Eurocell
Alfreton, Derbyshire
2018.07 - 2019.12
- Performed electrical and mechanical maintenance on PVCu extrusion plant equipment, including DC motors, drives, and electrical control systems.
- Diagnosed and repaired faults on industrial and process control systems during reactive and planned maintenance cycles.
- Conducted installations and upgrades of electrical and mechanical systems, interpreting schematic drawings to ensure compliance and safety.
- Delivered both preventative and breakdown maintenance in a high-volume manufacturing environment, supporting operational efficiency.
- Conducted equipment overhauls to improve performance levels.
Electrician
Wycliff Services
Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
2016.04 - 2018.06
- Electrical installations & testing
- Machinery & factory installations
- Engineering shift cover across a range of industrial environments
- Maintenance & troubleshooting on a wide variety of electrical systems, including control panels, motors, PLCs, and electrical distribution equipment.
- Worked independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams, adapting to varied processes, machinery, and safety protocols.
Apprentice Electrician
Wycliff Services
Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
2012.06 - 2016.04
- Time-served 4 year apprenticeship.
- Gained practical experience under skilled electricians' supervision honing craft skills over time.
- Undertook comprehensive training courses to increase proficiency in the trade.
- Shadowed qualified electricians to understand electrical installation, repair and maintenance tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield 2023.09 - 2026.07
Foundation Degree - Integrated Engineering
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield 2023.09 -
BTEC Level 3 - Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Derby College
Derby 2022.09 - 2023.06
NVQ Level 3 - Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (501/1605/8)
Chesterfield College
Chesterfield 2012.06 - 2016.04
Skills
- Team Leadership & Supervision
- Preventative & Reactive Maintenance
- Electrical & Mechanical Fault-Finding
- PLCs, Control Panels & DC Motor Systems
- Project Management (Engineering Projects)
- Engineering Stores & Inventory Control
- OEM & Supplier Relationship Management
- Electrical/Mechanical Schematic Interpretation
- Health & Safety Compliance (SOPs / Risk Assessments)
- Root Cause Analysis & Continuous Improvement
- Installation & Commissioning of Equipment
- Collaborative Work Across Departments
- Shift & Resource Planning
Affiliations
- I enjoy learning and exploring engineering software, particularly in areas such as PLC programming and electrical drawing. I actively seek out opportunities to expand my technical skills through self-study and hands-on practice
- Golf
- Football
Accomplishments
IOSH - Managing Safely
Legionella Awareness Training
Timeline
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Sheffield Hallam University
2023.09 - 2026.07
Foundation Degree - Integrated Engineering
Sheffield Hallam University
2023.09 -
BTEC Level 3 - Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Derby College
2022.09 - 2023.06
Maintenance Supervisor
Eurocell
2020.01 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Eurocell
2018.07 - 2019.12
Electrician
Wycliff Services
2016.04 - 2018.06
Apprentice Electrician
Wycliff Services
2012.06 - 2016.04
NVQ Level 3 - Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (501/1605/8)
Chesterfield College
2012.06 - 2016.04