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Brian B. Knowlayne

Abertillery,Wales

Summary

Experienced engineering leader with extensive expertise in conveyor systems, mechanical installation, and machinery maintenance. Demonstrates strong competence in machine repair, fabrication techniques, and welding techniques, including electric arc welding. Proven ability to manage Planned, Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and ensure effective handover communication. Skilled in maintaining pumps, fans, and cooling towers. Committed to leveraging technical skills to drive operational efficiency and reliability.

Experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with knack for troubleshooting and resolving complex mechanical issues. Enhanced equipment reliability through preventive maintenance and streamlined repair processes, leading to significant reductions in downtime. Known for strong problem-solving skills and collaborative approach, ensuring smooth operations and improved safety standards.

Diligent and resourceful, bringing solid foundation in problem-solving and technical aptitude. Expertise in troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, combined with strong teamwork skills. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and reliability.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work history

Mechanical maintenance engineer

The RealWrap
Avonmouth, Bristol
04.2025 - Current
  • Advised management about equipment status leading to informed decision-making.
  • Provided on-call emergency repairs, resulting in minimal production downtime.
  • Installed new machines seamlessly while maintaining optimal workflow.
  • Ordered spare parts as required for efficient workflow management.
  • Maintained health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment.
  • Identified mechanical faults, leading to increased production levels.
  • Performed preventative maintenance tasks for prolonged machine longevity.
  • Repaired faulty systems promptly, reducing disruption in daily operations.
  • Managed inventory of tools and parts, ensuring ready availability when needed.
  • Worked with heavy duty mechanical machinery including pumps, motors and bearings.
  • Handled heavy machinery moving tasks, ensuring minimal disturbance in the workplace.
  • Maintained health and safety standards to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Assisted with installation of electrical and non-electrical equipment.

Engineer

ZORBA DELICACIES Ltd
Ebbw Vale, Wales
05.2023 - 03.2025
  • Attend to production machinery breakdowns (mixers, klick-klok, dicers, etc) and minimise
  • Ensure all production boilers are operational (daily blowdown requirement
  • Carry out maintenance work during non-production periods

Maintenance Engineer

LIMO GmbH
Dortmund, Germany
05.2022 - 02.2023
  • Carried out general PPM
  • Repaired and overhauled various production machines
  • Attended to machine breakdowns
  • Carried out minor electrical repairs

Shift Maintenance Engineer

BAXTERS FOOD GROUP
Fochabers, Scotland
10.2020 - 02.2023
  • Carried out general PPM
  • Maintained and repaired Beetroot and Steam pipelines
  • Oversaw soup line PPM and breakdowns
  • Led a team of fabricators for gearbox and motor overhaul

Shift Maintenance Engineer

MACDUFF SHELLFISH
Peterhead, Scotland
06.2019 - 08.2020
  • Carried out preventive maintenance (cookers, bin tipper, defroster, etc
  • Assisted on-site contractors (internal and external)
  • Scheduled and carried out weekly PPM
  • Team member of fabricators
  • Ensured pallet trucks and electric forklifts are well maintained

Shift Maintenance Engineer

THISTLE SEAFOOD
Peterhead, Scotland
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Maintained production machineries (hydraulic pumps, cylinders, forming tools, etc)
  • Carried out and maintained AEW
  • Attended to breakdowns within production time

Construction Manager (Mechanical)

UGL Limited
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
02.2014 - 06.2018
  • Supervised and scheduled day to day tasks to meet all objectives relevant to the scope of work
  • Assisted in the development of short-term and medium-term programs
  • Oversaw and troubleshoot program slippage
  • Provided support to procurement, align order timelines within market conditions
  • Ensured all project specifications and requirements are conformed to specified standard

Education

Mechanical Engineering Apprentice - Mechanical Engineering

Handwork’s Kammer
Dortmund
01.1997 - 1 2000

Diploma in machinery Construction - Engineering

Frankfurt Maschine Bau
Frankfurt
09.2004

Licensed Bobcat abd Forklift Operator -

Institute For Forklift And Bobcat
Dortmund
01.2023 - 1 2026

Skills

  • Conveyor system experience
  • Engineering leadership
  • Machine repair competence
  • Mechanical installation
  • Fabrication techniques
  • Welding techniques
  • Machinery maintenance
  • Planned, Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
  • Handover communication
  • Electric arc welding
  • Pumps, fans and cooling towers

Custom

I, Brian Knowlayne believe I have what it takes to be part of your organization. I avail myself to any enquiries that you may have.

Timeline

Mechanical maintenance engineer

The RealWrap
04.2025 - Current

Engineer

ZORBA DELICACIES Ltd
05.2023 - 03.2025

Licensed Bobcat abd Forklift Operator -

Institute For Forklift And Bobcat
01.2023 - 1 2026

Maintenance Engineer

LIMO GmbH
05.2022 - 02.2023

Shift Maintenance Engineer

BAXTERS FOOD GROUP
10.2020 - 02.2023

Shift Maintenance Engineer

MACDUFF SHELLFISH
06.2019 - 08.2020

Shift Maintenance Engineer

THISTLE SEAFOOD
08.2018 - 05.2019

Construction Manager (Mechanical)

UGL Limited
02.2014 - 06.2018

Mechanical Engineering Apprentice - Mechanical Engineering

Handwork’s Kammer
01.1997 - 1 2000

Diploma in machinery Construction - Engineering

Frankfurt Maschine Bau

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