David Taylor
Gateshead,Durham
Summary
I am a conscientious, ambitious, qualified engineer who commits fully to work projects. I have over 25 years experience within the engineering industry at various levels. I am capable of working alone and as part of an integral team, demonstrating commitment, initiative and expertise. I posses good communication skills and have the ability to work with people at all levels.
I have an outgoing personality, enjoy spending quality time with family, travel and have season tickets with Newcastle United.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work history
Power Generator Technician
Tier 1 Power Solutions Ltd
Apeldoorn, Gelderland
06.2022 - Current
- Maintenance of power generators, ranging from 15KVA - 2000KVA.
- Repair and rebuild of power generators.
- Load banking and testing of equipment.
- Power diagnostics.
- Work carried out across Europe and worldwide.
- 2022 Crete (20MW Temp Power Station), 2022 Qatar (World Cup).
- 2023 Crete (30MW Temp Power Station).
- 2024 Rhodes (25MW Temp Power station)
- Used exceptional teamwork and communication abilities to work effectively and efficiently with [Type] installation crews.
- Carried out thorough fault finding and maintenance checks, upholding exceptional quality standards for smooth-running [Type] events.
- Tested electrical installations for performance and functionality.
- Remained in attendance at [Type] events to offer emergency technical support as required.
Wind Turbine Generator Technician
Manor Renewable Ltd
North Sea
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Working on Hornsea 2 wind turbine installation project.
- Carryout toolbox talks.
- Team Leader.
- Maintenance and repairs of mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Upkeep of stock levels.
- Shift planning.
- Working from various SOV vessels.
- Maintenance and breakdown reports.
- Replaced defective parts for improved equipment longevity.
- Monitored electromechanical equipment to determine maintenance and servicing requirements.
Offshore Operator
Granite Recruitment
Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Carrying out various tasks offshore.
- Operating of steam generators for offshore customers.
- Operation and repair of diesel generators.
- Consistently demonstrated best practices and conformance to company standards and safety regulations.
- Achieved production targets with excellent planning and machine operation.
- Strictly followed company safety regulations, eliminating workplace accidents and incidents.
- Used established assembly instructions to accurately complete jobs.
Mechanic
Self Employed
Various
08.2016 - 01.2021
- Working on CAT C13, C15, C18 AND 3306 Engines.
- Installation and demobilisation of site electrical network, distribution boards and switch over panels.
- Installation and demobilisation of site electrical network, distribution boards and switch over panels
- On site responsible Mechanic / Electrical.
- Operating, repair and maintenance of Atlas Copco 1550 air compressors.
- Operation, maintenance of 2 X 6.5 MBTU Tube Boilers.
- Stand in supervisor when requires.
- On site responsible person on oil well site, Kazakhstan.
- Responsible for stock levels.
- Regular use of permit to work systems.
- Offshore crane mechanic, Sparrows Group Ltd.
- Protected against accidents by carefully handling tools and chemicals.
- Documented work logs and repairs to maintain accurate records.
Offshore Mechanic
Sparrowsgroup Ltd
North sea and Angola
02.2013 - 05.2016
- Offshore crane mechanic.
- Attend breakdowns.
- Various offshore and onshore cranes.
- Work as part of a team and alone when necessary.
- Rotation 28/28 Angola, Africa.
- Maintenance and repair.
- Follow work packs along with offshore permits and method statements.
- Documented work logs and repairs to maintain accurate records.
Project Engineer
Aggreko
, Jebel ali
01.2012 - 01.2013
- On site Mechanic.
- 8 weeks/2weeks Rotation.
- Repair, rebuild and maintenance of Cummings engines and generators.
- 100MW Power Plant.
- Stand in supervisor when required.
- Working with different nationals on a one to one level.
- Identified and rectified quality issues, minimising operational disruption.
Field Service Mechanic
Caterpillar Ltd
Leeds, West Yorkshire
05.2007 - 01.2012
- Maintenance, repair and rebuild.
- Working on Diesel Power generators.
- Certified Sync generator engineer working along side major utility companies.
- 24 Hour Callout.
- Pre job safety reports and method statements.
- Working on various electrical panels.
- Responsible for installation and running of equipment on major events.
- Working on various engines such as Caterpillar, Cummings, Volvo, Mann and Deutz.
- Delivered [Type] on-site services, applying [Skill] and [Skill] to minimise customer impact.
- Wore protective clothing to maintain safe working environments.
- Resolved technical issues quickly to reduce electrical disruptions.
Plant Mechanic
Finning Uk Ltd
Birtley, Gateshead
01.1999 - 01.2007
- Completed 4 year apprenticeship.
- Working on all types of Caterpillar plant machinery.
- Repair and rebuild of engines, Transmissions and Hydraulic systems.
- Maintenance of machinery.
- Ordering of parts.
- Inspection and diagnostics.
- Time served Plant Mechanic.
- Attended regular safety training meetings, minimising garage risks for staff and customers.
- Maintained knowledge of updated changes in various equipment models.
- Documented work logs and repairs to maintain accurate records.
- Provided consultation regarding maintenance and preventative procedures to clients.
Education
NVQ Level 4 - Plant Mechanics
Staffordshire Technical college
Stafford 06/1999 - 09/2003
S4 - Safe Operation of High Voltage Electrical Switchgear
Faraday Centre
Stockton 04/2023 - 04/2023
City and Guilds - Temporary Power BS7909
James Eade
Peterborough 09/2023 - 09/2023
City and Guilds - Practical Application of Earthing and Protective Bonding
James Eade
Peterborough 09/2023 - 09/2023
Diploma of Higher Education - Electrical installation Level 2
City and Guilds
United Kingdom 10/2024 - 01/2025
IOSH Working Safely
Phoneix Hsc
United Kingdom 07/2025 - 07/2025
IOSH Managing Safely
Phoneix HSC
United Kingdom 07/2025 - 07/2025
Basic Safety Training
GWO
United Kingdom 07/2025 - 07/2025
Advanced Hub Rescue
GWO
United Kingdom 07/2025 - 07/2025
Enhanced First Aid
GWO
United Kingdom 07/2025 - 07/2025
DT086671GB
WINDA
Skills
- Electrical engineering
- Electrical repairs
- Emergency repairs
- Maintenance checks
- Electrical installations
- AC/DC power and control systems
- Hand and power tools
- Work site setup
- Mechanical maintenance
- Breakdown support
- Component replacement and repairs
Timeline
Power Generator Technician
Tier 1 Power Solutions Ltd
06.2022 - Current
Wind Turbine Generator Technician
Manor Renewable Ltd
07.2021 - 06.2022
Offshore Operator
Granite Recruitment
01.2021 - 07.2021
Mechanic
Self Employed
08.2016 - 01.2021
Offshore Mechanic
Sparrowsgroup Ltd
02.2013 - 05.2016
Project Engineer
Aggreko
01.2012 - 01.2013
Field Service Mechanic
Caterpillar Ltd
05.2007 - 01.2012
Plant Mechanic
Finning Uk Ltd
01.1999 - 01.2007
NVQ Level 4 - Plant Mechanics
Staffordshire Technical college
06/1999 - 09/2003
S4 - Safe Operation of High Voltage Electrical Switchgear
Faraday Centre
04/2023 - 04/2023
City and Guilds - Temporary Power BS7909
James Eade
09/2023 - 09/2023
City and Guilds - Practical Application of Earthing and Protective Bonding
James Eade
09/2023 - 09/2023
Diploma of Higher Education - Electrical installation Level 2
City and Guilds
10/2024 - 01/2025
IOSH Working Safely
Phoneix Hsc
07/2025 - 07/2025
IOSH Managing Safely
Phoneix HSC
07/2025 - 07/2025
Basic Safety Training
GWO
07/2025 - 07/2025
Advanced Hub Rescue
GWO
07/2025 - 07/2025
Enhanced First Aid
GWO
07/2025 - 07/2025
DT086671GB
WINDA
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