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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
01.2020 - 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
07.2018 - 12.2019
  • 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
04.2016 - 06.2018
  • 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
06.2012 - 04.2016
  • 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
09.2023 - 07.2026

Foundation Degree - Integrated Engineering

Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield
09.2023 -

BTEC Level 3 - Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

Derby College
Derby
09.2022 - 06.2023

NVQ Level 3 - Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (501/1605/8)

Chesterfield College
Chesterfield
06.2012 - 04.2016

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
09.2023 - 07.2026

Foundation Degree - Integrated Engineering

Sheffield Hallam University
09.2023 -

BTEC Level 3 - Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

Derby College
09.2022 - 06.2023

Maintenance Supervisor

Eurocell
01.2020 - Current

Maintenance Technician

Eurocell
07.2018 - 12.2019

Electrician

Wycliff Services
04.2016 - 06.2018

Apprentice Electrician

Wycliff Services
06.2012 - 04.2016

NVQ Level 3 - Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (501/1605/8)

Chesterfield College
06.2012 - 04.2016
Ashley Weldon