Charlie Reid
Coventry
Summary
Highly disciplined multi-skilled engineer. Seeking a new and challenging opportunity in the engineering sector to apply my extensive expertise in both reactive and preventative maintenance.
Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Mechanical technician
CEMEX
02.2025 - Current
- Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical systems in cement production facilities.
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and failure analysis to minimize equipment downtime.
- Oversee installation, commissioning, and optimization of mechanical equipment such as crushers, kilns, conveyors, and mills.
- Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies for mechanical operations.
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical, process, and automation engineers.
- Manage and supervise contractors and technicians for project execution.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant efficiency and reliability.
Vehicle Mechanic
HM Forces
01.2020 - 02.2025
- Tasked with repairs and maintenance of whole fleets of vehicles.
- Graduated from an intensive military vehicle mechanic training program, gaining hands-on experience with various systems and technologies.
- Conducted detailed inspections and diagnostics , addressing and resolving complex mechanical, electrical and hydraulic issues with precision.
- Maintained paperwork and provided part numbers needed to complete repairs.
- Completed advanced training in JCB Wheeled vehicle repairs and MAN electrical diagnostics.
- Reported any defects or faults on the vehicles and worked to rectify them in order of importance.
- Collaborated with fellow mechanics and provided training to junior personnel, contributing to a cohesive and efficient team.
Domestic Electrician
RJ Electrical
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Conducting electrical installations repairs and maintenance in a residential setting, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Diagnosing and resolving electrical issues, ranging from wiring problems to appliance malfunctions
- Collaborating with clients to understand the electrical needs and providing them with effective solutions
- Assisted in various aspects of residential electrical work, gaining hands-on experience in wiring, fixture installation and troubleshooting.
- Successfully completed a comprehensive electrician certification course, covering both theoretical and practical aspects of domestic electrical work
- Doing thorough inspection and testing of the residence upon completion of work and recording all relevant data.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Open
Open University
NVQ Level 3 Engineering Technician -
British Army
The REME Apprentice of the Year Award -
British Army
Level 3 Certificate in the Building Regulations for Electrical Installations in Dwellings -
Tradeskills4U
Level 2 Certificate in Fundamental Inspection, Testing and Initial Verification -
Tradeskills4u
C&G 2382-22 18th Edition Course -
Tradeskills4u
Level 2 BTEC in Electrical Engineering -
Coventry College
Skills
- Fault finding
- Electrical diagnostics
- Vehicle inspection and emission testing
- Interpret electrical/mechanical schematics
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Preventive maintenance
- Reactive maintenance
Timeline
Mechanical technician
CEMEX
02.2025 - Current
Vehicle Mechanic
HM Forces
01.2020 - 02.2025
Domestic Electrician
RJ Electrical
02.2018 - 12.2019
Certificate of Higher Education - Open
Open University
NVQ Level 3 Engineering Technician -
British Army
The REME Apprentice of the Year Award -
British Army
Level 3 Certificate in the Building Regulations for Electrical Installations in Dwellings -
Tradeskills4U
Level 2 Certificate in Fundamental Inspection, Testing and Initial Verification -
Tradeskills4u
C&G 2382-22 18th Edition Course -
Tradeskills4u
Level 2 BTEC in Electrical Engineering -
Coventry College
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