Bradley Shaw
Huddersfield ,West Yorkshire
Summary
Loyal and dependable Mechanical Engineer known for a collaborative, team-oriented mindset and a proactive, hands-on approach to solving technical challenges. Bringing a strong ‘can-do, will-do' attitude towards every task.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Mechanical engineer
John Cotton's LTD
Mirfield, West Yorkshire
2022.11 - Current
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across a wide range of textile and manufacturing machinery, including carding machines, hoppers, cross lapper's, gearboxes, motors and conveyor systems.
- Lead a team of engineers and apprentices during shift operations, working closely with the Engineering Manager and Production Manager to ensure efficient production and maintenance performance while maintaining a high standard of workplace health and safety.
- Engineering project work, including the removal and installation of automated production lines, overseeing commissioning, testing and successful implementation.
- Act as lead engineer during production line shutdowns and major machine overhauls, ensuring all maintenance work is completed to a high standard and accurately documented.
- Conduct fabrication and modification work, including the design and manufacture of production line adaptations to enhance machine efficiency and performance.
Apprentice mechanical engineer
Harrison Spinks
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2018.01 - 2022.11
- Completed a 4 year advanced apprenticeship as a Mechanical Engineer at Harrison Spinks.
- Gained extensive hands-on engineering experience across multiple manufacturing sites based in Leeds and at the British Steel site located in Scunthorpe.
- Responded to machine breakdowns and carried out fault finding and repairs to minimise downtime and maintain production efficiency.
- Supported and contributed to engineering projects, continuous improvement initiatives, and production line upgrades and installations.
- Successfully transferred internally to the Fillings Department upon completing my apprenticeship training to broaden my technical experience.
Mechanic
Earnshaw's Two Wheeled Centre
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
2014.03 - 2018.01
- Successfully completed my work experience placement while studying. This resulted in being offered my first part time role as a mechanic, working on both push bikes and motorcycles.
- Worked alongside qualified mechanics to gain real on the job experience.
- Carried out in depth service and repair work.
- Created life long friendships with the team at Earnshaws.
Education
EXTENDED NVQ LEVEL 3 - Mechanical Engineering
Leeds city college
NVQ LEVEL 2 - Engineering
Kirklees college
NVQ LEVEL 1 - Motor vehicle/engineering
Holmfirth high school
GCSEs -
Kirklees college
Skills
- FULL UK DRIVERS LICENCE
- IPAF 3A/3B
- Welding/fabrication (MIG)
- Fault diagnosis
- 11 years hands on experience
- Leadership/mentoring
- Teamwork
- Critical thinker
- Reliable
Interests
- Motorsport/trackday's
- Motorcycles
- Mountain biking
- Aviation
References
Available on request.
Timeline
Mechanical engineer
John Cotton's LTD
2022.11 - Current
Apprentice mechanical engineer
Harrison Spinks
2018.01 - 2022.11
Mechanic
Earnshaw's Two Wheeled Centre
2014.03 - 2018.01
EXTENDED NVQ LEVEL 3 - Mechanical Engineering
Leeds city college
NVQ LEVEL 2 - Engineering
Kirklees college
NVQ LEVEL 1 - Motor vehicle/engineering
Holmfirth high school
GCSEs -
Kirklees college