David James Whitelaw
Newtongrange,Midlothian
Summary
Dedicated, hardworking and professional with a strong foundation in analytical thinking and expertise in fault-finding across electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment. Proficient in diagnostic testing and field repairs, ensuring machinery function through rigorous safety checks and maintenance. Committed to ensuring and (where possible) improving operational efficiency and employee safety standards with a strong ability to learn quickly on the job.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field service engineer
Briggs Equipment
Edinburgh
07.2022 - Current
- Performed on-site and roadside repair and maintenance of customers' civil engineering equipment, such as trailers, mini diggers, generators, pumps, trench rammers etc.
- Replaced defective parts for improved equipment longevity.
- Managed accurate maintenance and repair data records and tracked operating information for on-site reference and improved traceability and accountability.
- Inspection and testing of electrical, mechanical and hydraulic parts and components during installation.
- Tested equipment performance and demonstrated operation and servicing to customers.
- Completed electrical inspection reports to enable fault diagnosis and repair.
- Reported and repaired major defects and organised provision of spare parts.
- Removed and replaced damaged components in line with manufacture guidelines.
- Performed regular equipment and parts audits; maintained high standards of quality control.
- Fostered strong relationships with site contacts for high value contracts, primarily BT Open Reach and Scottish Water and SGN, enhancing business reputation and loyalty.
- Prioritised personal workload according to customer needs, location and urgency.
- Attended emergency on-site and roadside breakdowns to carry out repairs, working to minimise disruption and downtime.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols, minimised workplace accidents and incidents.
- Kept technical knowledge up to date regularly, staying aware of industry advancements and innovations.
- Planned and executed fault finding and diagnostic tests on small plant and ground care equipment.
Field service engineer
Linde Material Handling
Edinburgh
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Attended in-depth training sessions to boost both personal and team competency levels.
- Resolved operational inefficiencies by implementing effective on-site repairs and frequent servicing of varied models of forklift trucks.
- Attended emergency on-site breakdowns to carry out repairs, working to minimise disruption and downtime.
- Provided 24/7 on-call support on a 1 in 4 week rotation.
- Inspected Forklift specific equipment and processes to reduce maintenance-related downtime incidents and mitigate equipment failures.
- Responsible for providing point of work risk assessments, job reports, quotations and general log keeping
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and maintained strong customer relationships with site contacts and third party suppliers
Apprentice technician
Linde Material Handling
East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
08.2016 - 08.2020
- Assisted senior technicians and mentors with general day to day maintenance checks and repairs.
- Attended all relevant training and assessments across the UK
- Built up experience working both in a team and individually on different models of lift truck within the workshop and on-site.
- Successful completion of Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Lift Truck Maintenance and Repair.
Education
Scottish Qualifications Certificate -
Saint Thomas Aquinas R.C High School
Glasgow, Glasgow City 08.2009 - 12.2014
Pre Apprenticeship in Electrical Installation -
West College Scotland
Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire 01.2015 - 07.2015
NC Electrical Engineering -
Glasgow Clyde College
Glasgow 08.2015 - 08.2016
Skills
- Analytical-thinking
- Fault-finding - electrical, mechanical & hydraulic
- Diagnostic Testing
- Field repairs
- Machinery safety checks
- Safety management
Affiliations
- Motorsports
- Video Games
- Family Activities
Certification
NPORS - N132BE Plant Mover (Non Operational Duties articulated up to15T)
NPORS - N132BI Plant Mover (Non Operational Duties tracked up to 10T)
NPORS - N132OK Plant Mover (Non Operational Duties other/ride on roller)
National Tyre Distributers Association - REACT License to work roadside
EUSR - National Water Hygiene Registration - DOMS 1through to DOMS 12 (expiry 26/09/2025)
Briggs Equipment - Health and Safety Representative (Oct 2023-Present)
Timeline
Field service engineer
Briggs Equipment
07.2022 - Current
Field service engineer
Linde Material Handling
08.2020 - 07.2022
Apprentice technician
Linde Material Handling
08.2016 - 08.2020
NC Electrical Engineering -
Glasgow Clyde College
08.2015 - 08.2016
Pre Apprenticeship in Electrical Installation -
West College Scotland
01.2015 - 07.2015
Scottish Qualifications Certificate -
Saint Thomas Aquinas R.C High School
08.2009 - 12.2014
NPORS - N132BE Plant Mover (Non Operational Duties articulated up to15T)
NPORS - N132BI Plant Mover (Non Operational Duties tracked up to 10T)
NPORS - N132OK Plant Mover (Non Operational Duties other/ride on roller)
National Tyre Distributers Association - REACT License to work roadside
EUSR - National Water Hygiene Registration - DOMS 1through to DOMS 12 (expiry 26/09/2025)
Briggs Equipment - Health and Safety Representative (Oct 2023-Present)
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