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David Hallard

Pucklechurch,Bristol

Summary

I consider myself an experienced industrial engineering professional with a background spanning across several years in several engineering disciplines.

I have a vast knowledge of industrial engineering and the maintenance involved in optimising machines designed for this purpose.

I think I can work in collaboration with any team looking to

increase machine efficiency and reduce costs across the business.

I can also effectively administrate, facilitate and promote essential

health and safety culture having been machine site safety representative

for the past 3 years.


Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Process Engineer

Whirlpool UK Appliances
Yate, Bristol
08.2021 - Current
  • Led Press Machine installation in 2021 overseeing design and safety layout ergonomics.
  • Reduced system faults by adding automation and increased PLC capability to reduce downtime.
  • Identified loss issues with use of OEE data collation software and implemented solutions to increase yield and productivity.
  • Planned, carried out and reported results from process development trials, electromechanical, chemical and material.
  • Supported Power Press and Tooling Maintenance Scheduling.
  • Provided Engineering consultancy to support Injection Moulding issues critical to production volumes and deadlines.
  • Trained manufacturing operatives on machinery and equipment best practices to increase team efficiency.
  • Determined maintenance regimes for process equipment.
  • Trained in CAD and 3D modelling and capable of using Autodesk, Solidworks or Creo software.
  • Analysed and modified equipment to incorporate lean concepts and increase productivity.


Maintenance Engineer

Whirlpool UK Appliances
Yate, South Gloucestershire
10.2017 - 07.2021
  • Minimised plant breakdowns with rigorous Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).
  • Liaised with contractors and third parties to facilitate specialist maintenance.
  • Responded to plant breakdowns and emergency callouts.
  • Specialised in Hot Work including Tungsten Inert Gas Welding.
  • Carried out scheduled preventative maintenance requests on all machines, processes and assembly lines.
  • Specialised in Hydraulic Systems and Heavy Industry equipment
  • Machined Bespoke and replacement components through use of lathe work and milling from concept design or alteration to completion
  • Managed or tutored less experienced team members when required
  • Broad knowledge of manufacturing engineering including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, PLC and general automation.

Maintenance Engineer

Ibstock Brick
Almondsbury, South Gloucestershire
02.2012 - 09.2017
  • Responded to plant breakdowns and emergency callouts.
  • Carried out scheduled preventative maintenance requests on all machines, processes and assembly lines.
  • Monitored and controlled inventory levels for spare parts for optimal stock levels.
  • Coordinated activities of outside engineers, contractors and vendors to optimise project outcomes.
  • Helped to reduce carbon footprint by efficient utilisation of energy usage and waste disposal.
  • Utilised machining processes such as turning, milling and grinding to create precision components.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of equipment maintenance activities and repairs.
  • Diagnosed and resolved issues promptly through mechanical and electrical fault-finding exercises.
  • Optimised equipment performance through routine inspections and adjustments.
  • Conducted welding and fabrication tasks, focusing on precision and quality.
  • Liaised with contractors and third parties to facilitate specialist maintenance.

Maintenance Technician

CEMEX UK
Wick, Bristol
09.2004 - 01.2012
  • Maintained static and mobile heavy plant machinery for quarrying limestone
  • Learned expertise in advanced Hydraulic Systems through tuition and repetition.
  • Travelled to maintain concrete batching plants and sand dredging wharfs for construction industries
  • Specialised in Hot Work and advanced Tungsten Inert Gas welding
  • Utilised and calibrated electrical and power tools for maintenance work.
  • Examined equipment and machinery to verify functionality.
  • Communicated maintenance strategy and suggested improvement implementations to manage expectations.
  • Identified recurrent problems through meticulous assessment and evaluation, implementing most effective solutions.

Apprentice Maintenance Technician

RMC
Wick, Bristol
10.1998 - 09.2004
  • Shadowed senior team members to observe established processes and best practices.
  • Used increasing experience and exposure to assist in plant breakdowns and OEE losses.
  • Completed related coursework on time and to high standard.
  • Followed all health and safety protocols to safeguard team and company assets.
  • Engaged in team discussions, meetings and training.
  • Travelled on national placements to gain experience in other engineering disciplines

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Autodesk Fusion 360 CAD and 3D modelling

City of Bristol College, Bristol
11.2021 - 11.2022

SIEMENS S7-1200/1500 Level 1 FPS

INTACS, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
05.2019 - 07.2019

Industrial Electrics & Control Fundamentals I & II

INTACS, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
03.2018 - 09.2018

IOSH Managing Safely - Heath & Safety In The Workplace

HSE
06.2019 - 09.2019

NVQ Level 3 - Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering 2800/03/09

Wiltshire College, Chippenham
07.2002 - 02.2003

NVQ Level 3 - Pneumatic Systems & Components 2800/03/05

Wiltshire College, Chippenham
04.2002 - 05.2003

NVQ Level 3 - Hydraulic Systems & Components 2800/03/34

City of Bristol College, Bristol
05.2003 - 05.2004

NVQ Level 3 - Fabrication & Welding 2800/03/35

Wiltshire College, Chippenham
09.2002 - 08.2003

NVQ Level 3 - Concrete Construction & Technology 6290/01

City of Bristol College, Bristol
03.1999 - 08.2000

A-Levels - Mathematics

Sir Bernard Lovell Academy, Bristol
09.1999 - 09.2001

A-Levels - Biology

Sir Bernard Lovell Academy, Bristol
10.1999 - 09.2001

Skills

  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Industrial Engineering time served
  • Engineering feasibility studies
  • Process experiments
  • Software simulation
  • Health & Safety protocols
  • Quality control inventory
  • Safe operating procedure (SOP) knowledge
  • Power Press trained
  • Competence in metallurgy

Timeline

City of Bristol College - NVQ Level 3, Autodesk Fusion 360 CAD and 3D modelling
11.2021 - 11.2022
Process Engineer - Whirlpool UK Appliances
08.2021 - Current
HSE - IOSH Managing Safely , Heath & Safety In The Workplace
06.2019 - 09.2019
INTACS - , SIEMENS S7-1200/1500 Level 1 FPS
05.2019 - 07.2019
INTACS - , Industrial Electrics & Control Fundamentals I & II
03.2018 - 09.2018
Maintenance Engineer - Whirlpool UK Appliances
10.2017 - 07.2021
Maintenance Engineer - Ibstock Brick
02.2012 - 09.2017
Maintenance Technician - CEMEX UK
09.2004 - 01.2012
City of Bristol College - NVQ Level 3, Hydraulic Systems & Components 2800/03/34
05.2003 - 05.2004
Wiltshire College - NVQ Level 3, Fabrication & Welding 2800/03/35
09.2002 - 08.2003
Wiltshire College - NVQ Level 3, Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering 2800/03/09
07.2002 - 02.2003
Wiltshire College - NVQ Level 3, Pneumatic Systems & Components 2800/03/05
04.2002 - 05.2003
Sir Bernard Lovell Academy - A-Levels, Biology
10.1999 - 09.2001
Sir Bernard Lovell Academy - A-Levels, Mathematics
09.1999 - 09.2001
City of Bristol College - NVQ Level 3, Concrete Construction & Technology 6290/01
03.1999 - 08.2000
Apprentice Maintenance Technician - RMC
10.1998 - 09.2004

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