Daniel Robert Smith
Swadlincote,Derbyshire
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in problem solving and troubleshooting, safety compliance, and precision measurement. Demonstrates proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting, technical documentation and training, and team collaboration. Adept at quality assurance and process optimisation, with a strong focus on practical creativity and innovative thinking. Known for patience under pressure and successful process improvement implementation. Skilled in technical drawing interpretation and applying Lean and Six Sigma principles to enhance operational efficiency. Committed to driving continuous improvement while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Modules fitter
Rolls-Royce
Derby, Derby
01 2023 - 2026.05
- Inspecting product quality through thorough examination of each component during build process of Parts whilst demonstrated proficiency in use of precision measuring instruments for accurate results to produce zero harm and zero defect product in 04 modules.
- Certifications are S4-242,S4-244,S4-245 for 04 modules build which involves building precisely built and calculated module which consists of 04 Rotor,04Cases,04 HP turbine within internal and external case of module and includes fitment and build of fuel system and HP vanes case.
- Also S4-238,S4-239,S4-240 for 04 Rotor for large civil engines in aerospace industry which involves precision fitment of Curvic fittings and also fitment measurement and calculations for fitting individual blades and building straight balanced product using Tesa and Straight Build programs.
- Completed Yellow Belt using Lean Six Sigma principles in 2026.
- Completed secondment in 2025-2026 rewriting S4 training guidances and observation manuals for 04 rotor module to bring them up to date to aid in building and observing a precise and structured build of the 04 rotor.
- Currently working towards Green belt using Lean six sigma principles.
Head of Technical/Master Technician
Hilton Garage
Derby, Derbyshire
01 2020 - 01 2023
- Hired by Hilton to start the technical department and also to diagnose and fix problem vehicles that are in stock ranging from electrical to mechanical faults.
- Arranging setting up dealer level accounts for diagnostic software and online service history and information and setting up software use for all technicians for technical data access.
- Researching and ordering diagnostic equipment which is ever changing with vehicle manufactures adding new security devices for security which have to be accessed for diagnostics.
- Work on hybrid electric vehicles including checking battery data.
- Completed IMI diagnostic technician assessment in October 2022 and started Master technician training in September 2022 (equivalent to NVQ level 4).
- Efficiently diagnosed and rectified system faults occurring within all vehicles.
- Reported quality concerns to management to maintain standards.
- Using diagnostic testing equipment such as diagnostic testers and oscilloscopes to identify mechanical and electrical faults.
- Recorded completed and ongoing repair work by accurately generating relevant paperwork.
- Performed accurate electrical testing, enabling safe system fault repairs.
- Performed targeted troubleshooting and diagnostics, quickly remedying mechanical issues.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to accurately pinpoint electrical issues.
- Minimised costs by negotiating fees for spare parts and supplies.
- Ensured safe, effective electrical repairs to wiring looms and components.
- Applied knowledge of hydraulics, transmissions and electrical systems to efficiently repair vehicles.
- Used automated testing methods to carefully diagnose vehicle faults.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
- Resolved reported vehicle issues first time, achieving high customer satisfaction rate.
- Located and diagnosed engine faults.
- Installed and repaired mechatronic components independently.
Diagnostic Technician
Available Car, Castle Donington
Castle Donington, East Midlands
01 2016 - 01 2020
- Assisted in diagnosing and repairing faults on vehicles.
- Utilised multimeters and oscilloscopes to identify electrical issues.
- Performed software updates on vehicle ECUs using dealer-level tools.
- Supported mechanical repairs, including engine and gearbox disassembly.
- Completed various in-house training courses in electrical and mechanical systems.
- Reported quality concerns to management to maintain standards.
- Operated diagnostic scanners to pinpoint faults in vehicles.
- Conducted targeted troubleshooting to resolve mechanical problems.
- Executed accurate electrical testing for safe repairs.
- Applied knowledge of hydraulics and transmissions in vehicle repairs.
Vehicle Technician/MOT Tester
Top gear tyre and service centre
Swadlincote, Derbyshire
03 2012 - 01 2016
- Open and close workshop daily to ensure readiness for operations.
- Assist in booking appointments and welcoming customers upon arrival.
- Answer phone inquiries from customers regarding services and appointments.
- Support servicing tasks, including general and major repairs such as brakes, exhausts, tyres, and batteries.
- Aid in diagnostic and electrical work as required.
- Perform duties as an MOT tester, averaging six tests per day.
- Conduct full technical and diagnostic tests to identify vehicle issues and recommend solutions.
- Execute scheduled and routine maintenance on small and large vehicles.
Motor Vehicle Refinisher/Service Technician/MOT tester
Car Charm
Swadlincote, Derbyshire
06 2007 - 03 2012
- Duties include open and closing workshop and starting all equipment ready for day's work.
- Dealt with booking in and greeting customers and also answering phone calls to customers and contacting customers when work is completed.
- Dealt with all servicing and general and major repairs from replacing brakes to full engine rebuilds ,also an MOT tester and deal with all MOT failure work and all paperwork.
- Dealt with diagnostic and electrical work and also air conditioning have certificates for various snap on diagnostic courses and cambelt diagnostic and fault finding and rectification course.
- Order all parts needed for repairs and calculate all costs of jobs.
- Also trained as a vehicle refinisher and smart repairer doing jobs such as smart repairs to panels on cars and motorhomes to full resprays on cars and motorhomes and caravans using different types of paints from water-based paints for modern vehicles to 2k paint on caravans and using and mixing fillers and finishing products, also carried out alloy wheel refurbishments and carried out interior repairs to upholstery using fibre blow technique.
- Kept all work areas properly cleaned, disposed of debris and packed up materials.
- Inspected completed work to ensure that it met very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
- Worked flexible schedule, including some holidays and weekends, depending on shifting needs of each project.
- Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered panels and surfaces.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns and spray cans.
- Moved painted items to drying racks and finished coated surfaces by baking painted items in oven.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed final finishing and polishing to achieve meticulous appearance of finished vehicles.
- Prepared vehicles for painting, removing existing paint and corrosion to ensure optimal results.
- Removed and refitted body panels from vehicles.
- Removed and refitted interior and exterior trims including bumpers, spoilers, and seats
- Repaired various vehicle types ranging from cars to caravans with precision and care.
- Mixed and meticulously applied primers and colour coats and lacquer.
Service Technician
Pentagon, Vauxhall
Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire
08 2006 - 06 2007
- Serviced Vehicles with excellent levels of accuracy and efficiency for high productivity levels.
- Performed fault-finding checks on Vehicles for swift diagnosis and repair.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Evaluated depth of current tire tread and educated customers about dangers of low tread.
- Drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
- Fit and replaced engines, understanding and following manufacturers instructions.
- Resolved reported vehicle issues first time, achieving high customer satisfaction rate.
- Disassembled and reassembled motor components to facilitate repair work.
- Located and diagnosed engine faults.
- Aligned and adjusted vehicle steering, motors and brakes.
- Inspected customer vehicles for wear, tear and damage from accidents.
Consultant Technician Trainee
Citroen
Burton Upon Trent
07 2002 - 08 2006
- Provided technical advice and executed repairs on electrical and mechanical systems.
- Completed a three-year advanced modern apprenticeship alongside a five-block training course at Citroen UK, focusing on multiplexing, petrol injection, HDI auto gearbox, and Senso-drive systems.
- Assisted in enhancing efficiency and productivity through skill acquisition.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, assess solutions, and reach informed decisions.
- Maintained impeccable hygiene standards by cleaning work areas and equipment.
Laser cutting machine operator
Lazer Edge
Derby
01 2002 - 07 2002
- Operated computer software to programme machine laser cutters for precise sheet metal shaping.
- Assisted in welding, tacking, and grinding processes.
- Left position to pursue apprenticeship in light vehicle maintenance and repair.
Education
3 IMI/AQA modern light vehicle apprenticeship - Light Vehicles
EMTEC Collage
Nottingham 2002.01 - 2005.01
GCSEs - Education
The Pingle School, Secondary School
Swadlincote 1997.01 - 2002.01
SATS - Education
St Georges Primary School
Swadlincote 1990.01 - 1997.01
Skills
- Problem solving and troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Precision measurement
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Technical documentation and training
- Team collaboration
- Quality assurance and process optimization
- Practical creativity and innovative thinking
- Patience under pressure
- Process improvement implementation
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Lean and Six Sigma principles
Certification
- The institute of motor/AQA industry NVQ level 3
- City & Guilds vehicle maintenance and repair NVQ level 3
- NVQ level 3
- Principles of air conditioning (consultant technician)
- Principles of multiplexing (consultant Technician)
- Senior Technician Consultant Technician trainee
- High Voltage IMI level 2 and 3 certification
- LUK Double Clutch IMI certification
- IMI Diagnostic technician certification
References
Andrew_saxton@Rolls-Royce.com
DANIEL.SMITH2AF403@ROLLS-ROYCE.COM
Affiliations
- Playing in a 6v6 football team
- Coaching/Managing U10 boys football in the BJFL
- Coaching U14 ladies football in the DGFL
- Enjoying the outdoors and camping with family and friends
Timeline
3 IMI/AQA modern light vehicle apprenticeship - Light Vehicles
EMTEC Collage
2002.01 - 2005.01
GCSEs - Education
The Pingle School, Secondary School
1997.01 - 2002.01
SATS - Education
St Georges Primary School
1990.01 - 1997.01
Modules fitter
Rolls-Royce
01 2023 - 2026.05
Head of Technical/Master Technician
Hilton Garage
01 2020 - 01 2023
Diagnostic Technician
Available Car, Castle Donington
01 2016 - 01 2020
Vehicle Technician/MOT Tester
Top gear tyre and service centre
03 2012 - 01 2016
Motor Vehicle Refinisher/Service Technician/MOT tester
Car Charm
06 2007 - 03 2012
Service Technician
Pentagon, Vauxhall
08 2006 - 06 2007
Consultant Technician Trainee
Citroen
07 2002 - 08 2006
Laser cutting machine operator
Lazer Edge
01 2002 - 07 2002