Craig Allison
Summary
A highly skilled and qualified Mechanical and Maintenance engineer and Fitter with extensive experience and working knowledge of Hydraulics and Pneumatics, seeking employment in a similar role which can develop and enhance existing skills. Able to work to tight deadlines and targets in often highly pressurised situations and environments. I can work off engineering drawings and can carry out rectifications and Planned Preventative Maintenance.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work history
Mechanical fitter
AsB Automation ita
Coalville, Leicestershire
2024.12 - Current
- Regulated mechanical systems to maintain optimal performance levels.
- Utilised precision tools for accurate fitting and assembly tasks.
- Installing and commissioning of manual handling and conveyor systems
Mechanical fitter
Birmingham Pressings
Birmimgham, West midlands
2022.11 - 2024.11
Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance
- Regulated mechanical systems to maintain optimal performance levels.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues swiftly, reducing downtime significantly.
Machine tool fitter
Thompson machine tools
Birmingham, West Midlands
2021.10 - 2022.10
- Facilitated smooth operation with regular tool adjustments and replacements.
- Ensured seamless production run by timely troubleshooting of equipment faults.
- Tested newly installed machines to confirm proper functioning before sign-off.
- Building and commissioning of machine tools
Maintenance Engineer
Jaguar Land Rover
2020.01 - 2020.03
- Preparing and installing conveyor systems for the new electric motors to be used in cars
Maintenance Engineer
Kingspan SBS
2014.01 - 2019.12
- Maintaining and updating presses, rolling mills and general factory maintenance
- Carrying out Planned and Reactive Maintenance
- Assisting in Electrical, Hydraulic and Pneumatic fault finding
- Assisting automation engineers
- Providing technical support on major projects
Mechanical Fitter
TA Savery
2007.01 - 2014.01
- Company Overview: Aston Birmingham
- Installing and refurbishing hydraulic systems, motor pumps and other ancillary equipment
- Carrying out pressure testing procedures
- Completing both general and planned maintenance tasks and machine shop duties
- Inspected all work completed
- Ensured a safe, clean working environment was always maintained
- Aston Birmingham
Mechanical Engineer
Siemens AEG
2006.01 - 2007.01
- Installing and Commissioning Manual Handling and Conveyor systems
- Completed all general fitting and installation duties
- Conducting fabrication and welding tasks
Maintenance Engineer
Ash and Lacy Ltd
2005.01 - 2006.01
- Installation, maintenance, and refurbishment of power presses
- Carrying out PPPM and plant maintenance
- Conducting fabrication and welding duties
Mechanical Fitter
Alstrom
2002.01 - 2005.01
- Carrying out the refurbishment of rolling stock
- Maintenance of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Completing all relevant documentation and liaising with senior staff and store personnel
Technical Leader
BMW Birmingham
2001.01 - 2002.01
- Leading a team of Maintenance fitters and engineers involved in maintaining AGV systems
Machine Tool / Maintenance Fitter
Lucas Automotive Batteries
1997.01 - 2001.01
- General plant maintenance – working on PPM schedules
- Reacting to any breakdowns
Machine Tool Fitter
Dunbar and Cook
1979.01 - 1997.01
- Gained full apprenticeship as a machine tool fitter
- Building of special purpose machine tools
Education
BMW RS Logics 500 and SLC 5/05
BMW Coleshill Birmingham
ColeshillC&G 236 - Electrical Installation Part 1, 15th and 16th I.E.E. Regulations in the workplace
Sutton Coldfield College of Further Education
Sutton Coldfield 1992.01 - 1 1993
Mechanical Engineering Craft Studies - Parts 1 & 2, C&G 1st Year Engineering, Certificate of Engineering Craftsmanship, 1st Year Training Certificate and Certificate of Training
Handsworth Technical College
Handsworth 1979.01 - 1 1982
CSE passes - in 5 subjects including Maths and English
Perry Beeches Secondary School
Birmingham 1973.01 - 1 1978
Skills
- Teamwork
- Initiative
- Reliability
- Responsibility
- Honesty
- Trustworthiness
- Health and Safety Compliance
- CSCS Card
- Engineering Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Overhead Crane Operation
- Team Leadership
- Organizational Skills
Custom
Travelled worldwide
Timeline
Mechanical fitter
AsB Automation ita
2024.12 - Current
Mechanical fitter
Birmingham Pressings
2022.11 - 2024.11
Machine tool fitter
Thompson machine tools
2021.10 - 2022.10
Maintenance Engineer
Jaguar Land Rover
2020.01 - 2020.03
Maintenance Engineer
Kingspan SBS
2014.01 - 2019.12
Mechanical Fitter
TA Savery
2007.01 - 2014.01
Mechanical Engineer
Siemens AEG
2006.01 - 2007.01
Maintenance Engineer
Ash and Lacy Ltd
2005.01 - 2006.01
Mechanical Fitter
Alstrom
2002.01 - 2005.01
Technical Leader
BMW Birmingham
2001.01 - 2002.01
Machine Tool / Maintenance Fitter
Lucas Automotive Batteries
1997.01 - 2001.01
C&G 236 - Electrical Installation Part 1, 15th and 16th I.E.E. Regulations in the workplace
Sutton Coldfield College of Further Education
1992.01 - 1 1993
Machine Tool Fitter
Dunbar and Cook
1979.01 - 1997.01
Mechanical Engineering Craft Studies - Parts 1 & 2, C&G 1st Year Engineering, Certificate of Engineering Craftsmanship, 1st Year Training Certificate and Certificate of Training
Handsworth Technical College
1979.01 - 1 1982
CSE passes - in 5 subjects including Maths and English
Perry Beeches Secondary School
1973.01 - 1 1978
BMW RS Logics 500 and SLC 5/05
BMW Coleshill Birmingham