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Daniel Dunkerley

Hull,Kingston upon Hull

Summary

Accomplished mechanical engineer with extensive expertise in maintenance scheduling, mechanical rotating equipment. Proficient in utilizing maintenance management systems to enhance equipment troubleshooting and ensure health and safety compliance. Demonstrates strong skills in mechanical repair, technical documentation, and mechanical assembly. Adept at problem-solving with a commitment to optimizing equipment maintenance processes. Takes on challenging new roles harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Enthusiastic with 25 years of mechanical experience. Secures team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organisation.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work history

Diagnostic Technician

JCT600 Volkswagen
Hull, Kingston upon Hull
04.2016 - Current
  • Carry out day-to-day mechanical and electrical diagnostics and repairs accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Use Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
  • Apply critical thinking to analyse mechanical and electrical problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions and repairs.

Vehicle technician

Humberside Police
Hull, Kingston upon Hull
04.2007 - 04.2016
  • Promoted a safe working environment with adherence to health and safety regulations.
  • Conducted comprehensive diagnostic tests for identifying mechanical faults.
  • Resolved engine malfunctions with in-depth troubleshooting techniques.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance procedures, reducing breakdown occurrences significantly.
  • Carried out scheduled and routine maintenance on small and large vehicles.
  • Performed engine and transmission rebuilds.
  • Handled heavy equipment and tools, from multi-purpose jacks to mobile column lifts.
  • Built strong rapport with vendors to acquire delivery timelines on parts and supplies.
  • Ensured vehicle safety by performing thorough inspections and maintenance.
  • Carried out full technical and diagnostic tests to assess vehicle issues and provide best-possible resolutions.
  • Worked with team members to coordinate workflow and complete high-volume services in busy environments.
  • Addressed engine, transmission and fuel system issues and diagnosed faults on Generators, Boats, HGVs, Cars.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.

Vehicle mechanic

Ford Motor Company
Hull, Kingston upon Hull
09.1997 - 04.2007
  • Implemented preventive maintenance procedures, reducing breakdown occurrences significantly.
  • Performed engine and transmission rebuilds.
  • Collaborated with other mechanics to expedite complex repairs successfully.
  • Undertook routine servicing for improved vehicular longevity.
  • Adhered strictly to health and safety regulations enhancing workplace security.
  • Managed garage inventory, maintaining adequate supply of parts and tools at all times.
  • Delivered preventive maintenance to guarantee vehicle reliability.
  • Handled heavy equipment and tools, from multi-purpose jacks to mobile column lifts.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Vehicle mechanics

Beverley collage
Hull, Kingston upon Hull
02.1996 - 04.1999

Certificate of Higher Education - Vehicle mechanics

Institute of the motor industry
Hull, Kingston upon Hull
06.2017 - 02.2020

Certificate of Higher Education - Vehicle technician

Institute of the motor industry
Hull, Kingston upon Hull
06.2023 -

Skills

  • Maintenance scheduling
  • Mechanical rotating equipment
  • Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  • Maintenance Management Systems
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Automotive repair
  • Technical documentation
  • Bearing maintenance
  • Gear boxes
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanical assembly
  • Mechanical maintenance
  • Computer literacy
  • Problem solver

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCES

I have been very fortunate to have worked alongside my father-in law at Brigham's Engineering where i have carried out mechanical repairs on industrial sites during shut-downs, maintaining pumps and valves,pipe work where my mechanical experience is very transferable. I have worked along side other engineers from all over the world with great mechanical skills and knowledge and from those experiences i now wish to transfer my mechanical skills in the motor trade into the industrial mechanical engineering roll.

Timeline

Certificate of Higher Education - Vehicle technician

Institute of the motor industry
06.2023 -

Certificate of Higher Education - Vehicle mechanics

Institute of the motor industry
06.2017 - 02.2020

Diagnostic Technician

JCT600 Volkswagen
04.2016 - Current

Vehicle technician

Humberside Police
04.2007 - 04.2016

Vehicle mechanic

Ford Motor Company
09.1997 - 04.2007

NVQ Level 2 - Vehicle mechanics

Beverley collage
02.1996 - 04.1999
Daniel Dunkerley