Charan Ramalingam
Stoke Gifford,Uganda
Summary
Enthusiastic and customer-focused university student with experience working in fast-paced environments and supporting team goals. Confident communicator with strong attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn and with a strong interest in consumer technology. Reliable, adaptable, and committed to delivering great service every shift.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work history
Team member
UWE Aero Society
Bristol, UK
2025.10 - 2026.03
- Gained proficiency in new tech tools, utilising SolidWorks and flight simulation to enhance skills based on feedback.
- Collaborated on team project to build UAV wing section, ensuring timely completion through careful and efficient hands-on tasks.
- Contributed to team-based initiatives, fostering collaboration that enhanced overall productivity.
- Followed strict safety and quality steps when preparing materials, assembling parts, and finishing components to a consistent standard.
Automotive Workshop Assistant (Trainee)
Mandela Auto Spares (CityTyres)
Kampala, Uganda
2024.06 - 2024.07
- Developed technical skills in balancing/alignment on Hunter systems to effectively diagnose and explain common vehicle handling issues.
- Used tyre labelling knowledge to guide safe product matching (size, load rating, DOT date and markings).
- Maintained accurate stock records and fitment data, enabling customers to quickly identify the right tyre and minimising errors.
- Adhered to safety protocols and maintained cleanliness in the workshop during tyre fitting processes.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Aerospace Engineering
University of the West of England
Bristol 2025.09 -
A-Levels - Maths, Physics, Chemistry, BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Engineering
British School of Kampala
Kampala, Uganda 2023.08 - 2025.06
Cambridge IGCSE - Maths, French, Computer Science, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Business Studies, English, Economics
Rainbow International School Uganda
Kampala, Uganda 2021.04 - 2023.06
Skills
- Stock control & inventory accuracy
- Technical understanding (fitment/specifications)
- Safety & safe working practices (H&S)
- Problem-solving / troubleshooting mindset
- Time management / working efficiently
- Team collaboration
- Communication (explaining information clearly)
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
Affiliations
- Badminton
- Cooking
- Volunteering
- Keeping up with consumer tech
- Fitness (Gym)
- Fixing things (DIY)
Timeline
Team member
UWE Aero Society
2025.10 - 2026.03
Bachelor of Engineering - Aerospace Engineering
University of the West of England
2025.09 -
Automotive Workshop Assistant (Trainee)
Mandela Auto Spares (CityTyres)
2024.06 - 2024.07
A-Levels - Maths, Physics, Chemistry, BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Engineering
British School of Kampala
2023.08 - 2025.06
Cambridge IGCSE - Maths, French, Computer Science, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Business Studies, English, Economics
Rainbow International School Uganda
2021.04 - 2023.06