Darren Michael heaward
Torquay,United Kingdom
Summary
Experienced automotive technician with a strong proficiency in vehicle repairs and servicing, including fault code reading, wiring diagram analysis, and fault rectification using the voltage drop method. Skilled in conducting MOTs to DVSA standards, performing timing belt replacements, gearbox repairs, and 4-wheel alignment checks. Competent in depowering and repairing electric vehicles while effectively communicating with customers to recommend optimal solutions. Adept at managing workshop bookings and parts ordering, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work history
Mechanic/mot tester
wrights lane garage
Torquay, Torbay
02.2025 - Current
carry out servicing and repairs to all makes and models of vehicles.
carry out mots to vehicles
carry out diagnostics and repairs to vehicles including electrical repairs and rectification work
carry out cambelt /wet belt replacements
carry out welding repairs
any other type of repairs on vehicles when required
order parts
book customers in for repairs
open and close the business when reqd
senior/master technician
swanson motor company
Newton Abbot, Devon
11.2009 - 10.2024
carried out servicing and repairs
carried out all diagnostic repairs on vehicles under ford or swanson warranty and also on non ford and older vehicles not under warranty to diagnose and rectify any electrical or engine management faults related to the vehicles
mot tester
mot site manager
a/c qualified
level 3 electrification qualified
fitted aftermarket accessories to vehicles ie parking sensors,dash cams etc
technician
vospers
Torquay, Torbay
01.1997 - 06.2009
carried out servicing and repairs to a range of different vehicles
fitted accessories
replaced seat covers, convertible roof coverings and any other trim type repair sand replacements
carried out gearbox rebuilds, head gasket repairs cambelts and any other type of repairs required
Education
city and guilds 1,2 and 3 in motor vehicle repair -
south devon college
Torquay, Torbay /1989 - /1992
senior technician -
ford college
daventry /1997 - /2024
Skills
I can carry out all types of repairs and servicing on vehicles including reading fault codes ,wiring diagrams and tracing faults and rectifiying them using the voltage drop method checking al the relevant can networks
Carry out mots to dvsa standards
Carry out repairs and replacements to vehicle timing belt including wet belts
Remove and repair/replace gearboxes and dmf/clutch systems
Carry out 4 wheel alignment checks and rectification work
Depower and repair electric vehicles
Speak to customers and explain best course of action
Book vehicles into workshop
Orde parts reqd
Timeline
Mechanic/mot tester
wrights lane garage
02.2025 - Current
senior/master technician
swanson motor company
11.2009 - 10.2024
technician
vospers
01.1997 - 06.2009
city and guilds 1,2 and 3 in motor vehicle repair -
south devon college
/1989 - /1992
senior technician -
ford college
/1997 - /2024