Giles Newbon
Barton Upon Humber
Summary
Experienced plant and power systems manager, trained extensively as a Royal Navy Marine Electrical Engineer. Driven to enhance team efficiency and safety. My expertise is in advanced defect diagnosis, coupled with an ability to look ahead at busy operational programs ensures both defect rectification of large scale defects and preventive maintenance has led to significant machinery uptime improvements. Skilled in team training and leadership, I prioritize critical thinking and time management to drive success within my team.
Power electronics and controls based experienced, prepared to bring high standards and results-driven focus to any role. Expertise in ship system maintenance and repair, ensuring peak operational performance and safety. Reliable team collaborator who adapts seamlessly to dynamic maritime environments, leveraging technical skills and effective communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Royal Navy Plant Supervisor
Royal Navy
2024.03 - Current
- Supervised day-to-day functions of plant.
- Coached employees on company standards and efficiency.
- Led safety meetings and promoted adherence to company policies for a safer working environment for all employees involved in the plant operation activities.
- Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance scheduling and timely repairs on machinery.
Ships Electrical Group Head
Royal Navy
2022.01 - 2024.03
- Act as a single point of contact for HR within my heirachy.
- Work as the training mentor for both LV2 and LV3 apprenterships within Marine Engineering.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Planning Support and maintanance packages for all Electrical, steering and stability systems fitted to the platform.
- Act as an Maring Enginnering Officer of the watch ensuring both power and propuslion systems are running correctly.
Electrical Propulsion Section Head
Royal Navy
2017.04 - 2022.01
- Ensured defect diagnosis and rectification was carried out on HV propulsion equipment.
- Ensure all applications for maintenance periods was submitted for all equipment under my control.
- Ensure that all equipment is maintained IAW PPM schedules.
Education
Foundation Degree - Marine Engineering
DSMARE / Portsmouth University
Gosport2017-06
Marine Engineering
DSMARE
Gosport2012-03
Skills
- Plant and Power systems management
- Experienced in a range of safe systems of work
- Team Training
- Advanced defect diagnosis and Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Preventive Maintenance
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Training and mentoring
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Accomplishments
- Received the Royal Navy Commendation for Engineering success within the T45 Community.
Affiliations
- IMeche IEng
Timeline
Royal Navy Plant Supervisor
Royal Navy
2024.03 - Current
Ships Electrical Group Head
Royal Navy
2022.01 - 2024.03
Electrical Propulsion Section Head
Royal Navy
2017.04 - 2022.01
Foundation Degree - Marine Engineering
DSMARE / Portsmouth University
Marine Engineering
DSMARE