Ethan Hope
Pontypool,Torfaen County Borough
Summary
Reliable engineer with heavy industry experience. Offers excellent communication and good judgment to effectively meet team needs. Proactive planner and problem solver.
Enthusiastic with 5 years of experience in heavy heavy industries, with 3 of them being in maintenance and repairs. Secures team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organisation. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results. Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Overhead crane operator
BRC Limited
Newport, Gwent
12.2022 - Current
- Set up crane and rigging tools to prepare for specific lifting activities.
- Updated maintenance and activity logs promptly to keep accurate records.
- Understood and enforced safety procedures for working at heights.
- Carried out basic crane maintenance for continued smooth running of essential equipment.
- Communicated across large distances using hand signals and radio systems.
- Upheld impeccable health and safety standards, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Selected appropriate safety equipment to control risk of site hazards.
- Inspected crane at beginning and end of every shift to identify any potential faults.
- Assessed loads to calculate weight and determined crane lifting capacity to prevent overload.
- Consulted Site Manager plan at start of shift to complete required tasks within assigned deadlines with limited supervision.
- Coordinated with ground operators and interpreted hand and verbal signals for smooth-running operations.
- Performed high risk work while respecting occupational safety procedures.
- Remained alert to potential hazards on construction site, taking measures to minimise risk.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
Apprentice mechanical engineer
CMT Engineering
Cradley, Dudley
11.2019 - 11.2022
- Helped to implement process improvements to boost productivity levels.
- Performed Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) in line with schedule.
- Analysed technical designs and prototypes at each stage of product development lifecycle.
- Assessed work practices and areas to help mitigate risk of injury.
- Offered technical guidance, peer review and mentorship to junior engineers.
- Contributed to analysis of manufacturing processes to help identify areas of improvement.
- Helped manufacturing teams resolve issues during transition from design phase through ongoing production.
- Assisted in breakdown repairs by conducting reactive maintenance promptly.
- Practiced different diagnostic skills to identify different types of mechanical issues.
- Met strict deadlines for assigned tasks and projects.
- Carried out inspections of machines, identifying and reporting defects.
- Developed friendly professional relationships with on-site workforce.
- Designed non-electrical components of plumbing and gas line products.
- Worked alongside engineers on-site, paying attention to shadow and learn new skills.
- Established controls and operating procedures for functionality, safety and long-term durability.
- Organised and documented maintenance processes to meet long-term upkeep requirements of mechanical systems and equipment.
- Selected appropriate tools necessary for different technical tasks, handling and storing them safely.
- Completed tolerance analysis to support high-volume product manufacturing success.
- Developed technical knowledge by shadowing and learning from experts.
- Minimised risk by following strict safety procedures at all times.
- Calibrated and maintained control systems for mechanical equipment.
- Collaborated with team to resolve technical and practical issues as they arose.
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for hands-on learning, taking initiative to complete tasks independently.
- Understood and interpreted technical drawings and specifications.
- Inspected completed equipment for compliance with codes, design specifications and quality standards.
- Applied mechanical knowledge to optimise equipment components for durability, cost, or ease of production.
- Used correct methodology to calculate parameters and make correct design choices.
- Dissembled and reassembled machinery when carrying out cleaning and inspections.
- Worked with SolidWorks and AutoCAD to draft assemblies, models and technical drawings.
- Organised own workload to meet productivity targets and contribute to team workflow.
- Developed mechanical product prototype components, assemblies and tooling.
- Calculated tolerances and loads to optimise mechanical designs.
- Promoted continuous improvement by problem-solving and sharing suggestions to optimise team operations.
- Completed customer orders with speed and accuracy.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Monitored and updated stock levels and inventory databases.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
- Handled chemicals and waste in line with COSHH regulations.
Education
GCSEs -
Bournville Comprehensive & Sixth Form
Birmingham 01.2015 - 04.2018
A-Levels - Mechanical Engineering
LEMA Academy
Dudley 08.2018 - 11.2022
Skills
- Maintenance and repair
- Eye for accuracy
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Loading and unloading
- Self-motivated
- Time management
- Problem-solving
Affiliations
- Playing Pool
- Watching sports such as football and rugby
- DIY
Certification
Overhead Crane License (x2)
B1 Forklift Licence
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Overhead crane operator
BRC Limited
12.2022 - Current
Apprentice mechanical engineer
CMT Engineering
11.2019 - 11.2022
A-Levels - Mechanical Engineering
LEMA Academy
08.2018 - 11.2022
GCSEs -
Bournville Comprehensive & Sixth Form
01.2015 - 04.2018
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