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David Murdoch

David Murdoch

Lymm,United Kingdom

Summary

Accomplished professional in laundry industry, with extensive knowledge of equipment and dosing systems, with expertise in system troubleshooting, team supervision, and staff training. Demonstrates strong technical proficiency and a proven track record in quality assurance, field installations, and equipment maintenance. Adept at problem solving and project management, ensuring seamless operations and optimal performance. Committed to leveraging technical expertise to drive efficiency and deliver high-quality results.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Managing director

Chem-Tech Engineering Services Ltd
Lymm, Warrington
01.2018 - Current
  • Operating closely with numerous chemical suppliers to install, configure, troubleshoot and maintain legacy and modern, state-of-the-art Commercial and On-Premise Laundry Chemical Dosing Systems throughout the UK, Ireland, with experience working aboard cruise ships in both Europe and the USA.
  • Directed complex projects to successful completion.
  • Fostered partnerships to expand business opportunities.
  • Provided high-quality laundry dosing solutions by leveraging extensive experience and prioritising customer focus at all times.

Director

Professional Dosing Solutions Ltd
Nuneaton, Warwickshire
04.2007 - 11.2017
  • Implemented operational changes for improved efficiency.
  • Supervised staff training programmes with focus on skill enhancement.
  • Enforced compliance measures for adherence to industry standards.
  • Directed team to deliver high-quality customer service.
  • Directed team in setup, upkeep, and repair of laundry chemical dosing systems across Commercial and On-Premise Laundry sites for diverse chemical suppliers.

Engineering Manager

C-Tech Services Ltd
Nuneaton, Warwickshire
01.2004 - 03.2007
  • Supervised team of field engineers in installation, maintenance, and repair of chemical dosing systems.
  • Accountable for training new engineers and upholding work standards and updating colleagues on latest technologies in laundry chemical dosing system sector.
  • Supervised and facilitated large laundry operations and on-premise laundry installations.

Field Engineer

Shorrock Trichem Ltd
Preston, Lancashire
10.2000 - 12.2003
  • Responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of dishwashing and on-premise laundry chemical dosing systems.
  • Maintenance and repair of commercial dishwashers, from small under-counter types to large conveyor type machines and assisted with installation of new dishwashing equipment and other commercial kitchen appliances.

Sole trader

ConnectIT
Bolton, Lancashire
02.1998 - 03.2000
  • Operating as independent trader focused on laundry chemical dosing systems, including installation, maintenance, and repair of standard and cutting-edge equipment for multiple chemical producers and distributors.
  • Collaborated with other businesses for mutually beneficial partnerships.
  • Provided excellent customer service, resulting in repeat business.

Field Engineer

Diversey Ltd
Northampton, Northamptonshire
04.1995 - 01.1998
  • Directed installation, servicing, and repair of commercial laundry and on-premise laundry chemical dosing systems on a wide array of laundry machines, from small-scale commercial machines to large Continuous Batch Washers.
  • Travelled extensively throughout the UK and Ireland to various sites for installation projects and hands-on problem-solving.
  • Trained junior engineers to enhance their field knowledge and skills.

Field Engineer

Rexodan Ltd
Widnes, Halton
05.1991 - 03.1995
  • Managed installation, servicing, and repair of commercial laundry chemical dosing equipment across diverse machinery, ranging from compact on-premise laundry machines to large continuous batch washers.
  • Travelled extensively within UK, Ireland, and periodically in Far East (Hong Kong, Shanghai, Singapore), Bahrain, and Canary Islands to fulfil installation tasks and troubleshoot problems.


Field Engineer

Manpower Temporary Staff Agency
Preston, Lancashire
02.1987 - 04.1991
  • Working with Diversey engineering team to assist in the installation of laundry chemical dosing solutions to the HMP Prison Service, progressing to working throughout the UK on similar large laundry projects in hospitals and commercial laundries and in on-premise laundries such as nursing homes and factories.
  • Assisted in the testing and evaluation of cutting-edge equipment to drive further development of chemical dosing equipment.
  • Travelled extensively to various sites in the UK for preventative maintenance and repair of laundry dosing systems and hands-on problem-solving.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Electrical & Electronic Engineering

University of Central Lancashire
Preston
09.1985 - 07.1987

Diploma of Higher Education - Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Lakes College
Whitehaven, Cumbria
09.1983 - 07.1985

Skills

  • System troubleshooting
  • Team supervision
  • Staff training
  • Technical expertise
  • Quality assurance
  • Field installations
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Problem solving
  • Project management
  • Technical proficiency

Timeline

Managing director

Chem-Tech Engineering Services Ltd
01.2018 - Current

Director

Professional Dosing Solutions Ltd
04.2007 - 11.2017

Engineering Manager

C-Tech Services Ltd
01.2004 - 03.2007

Field Engineer

Shorrock Trichem Ltd
10.2000 - 12.2003

Sole trader

ConnectIT
02.1998 - 03.2000

Field Engineer

Diversey Ltd
04.1995 - 01.1998

Field Engineer

Rexodan Ltd
05.1991 - 03.1995

Field Engineer

Manpower Temporary Staff Agency
02.1987 - 04.1991

Higher National Diploma - Electrical & Electronic Engineering

University of Central Lancashire
09.1985 - 07.1987

Diploma of Higher Education - Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Lakes College
09.1983 - 07.1985

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