Ethan Wightman
plater
gateshead,tyne and wear
Summary
I am a recently time served Plater at A&P Tyne and completed my level 3 apprenticeship in July 2023, i have worked on numerous projects for BAE Systems such as dreadnaught and frigates.
I can work well under pressure and enjoy working as part of a team to meet company deadlines, I enjoy my line of work and my aim is to become the best plater I can possibly be so I am keen and willing to learn with the help and guidance of my fellow tradesman and supervisors.
My hobbies and interest include football, boxing/MMA and snooker.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Plater
A&P Tyne
Hebburn, South Tyneside
2019.09 - Current
- Utilised welding equipment and other hand tools with utmost safety and efficiency.
- Work to tight tolerances.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Completed work orders within company deadlines.
Retail Sales Assistant
JD Sports
Gateshead, Tyne & Wear
2018.11 - 2023.03
- Guaranteed high levels of customer satisfaction through product knowledge and attentive service.
- Updated product labelling and pricing to reflect discounts and offers.
- Monitored display stock levels, replenishing for consistently well-stocked sales floor.
- Replenished floor stock and processed deliveries promptly, maximising product availability for customers.
- Assisted customers with product selection and sales, recommending items to increase transaction value.
- Carried out back-of-house maintenance, for clear, easy-to-navigate stockroom management.
- Maintained knowledge of products and features to provide recommendations to customers.
- Adhered to company procedures and guidelines to maintain compliance.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Engineering Manufacture (Fabrication & Welding)
Tyne Metropolitan College
Wallsend 2019.09 - 2020.06
GCSEs -
St Thomas More Catholic School
Blaydon-on-Tyne 2012.09 - 2017.05
Skills
- Manual lifting
- Hand and power tools
- Working as a team
- Machinery such as bench drills and radial arm drill
- interpreting engineering drawings
- Tack welding (MIG)
Timeline
Plater
A&P Tyne
2019.09 - Current
NVQ Level 3 - Engineering Manufacture (Fabrication & Welding)
Tyne Metropolitan College
2019.09 - 2020.06
Retail Sales Assistant
JD Sports
2018.11 - 2023.03
GCSEs -
St Thomas More Catholic School
2012.09 - 2017.05