James Sullivan
Halifax
Summary
Electromechanical engineer and supervisor with almost 10 years experience in the repair, maintenance, and overhaul of electric motors (AC/DC), generators, alternators, pumps, gearboxes, compressors, and rotating equipment.
Experienced across multiple sectors including engineering, chemical, oil & gas, defence, aerospace, renewables, power generation, and healthcare, working on systems ranging from small units to hundreds of kW/kVA machines.
Strong background in fault diagnosis, reactive and preventative maintenance, and critical asset reliability.
CompEx 01–04 certified, with proven experience working safely in hazardous and explosive environments for major UK industrial clients.
Currently supervise a team of 5 apprentices alongside hands-on engineering responsibilities.
Completed a Level 3 Team Leader qualification and introduced a structured digital progress and pay-grade tracking system to support development, performance, and retention.
Qualifications include HNC and NVQ in Electrical & Mechanical Engineering, Level 3 Team Leader/Supervisor, and CompEx 01–04.
Highly motivated by technical problem-solving and continuous improvement, with a strong interest in new technologies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
Supervisor/Electromechanical engineer
BAWCo
Bradford
2016.11 - Current
Joined the company in 2016 as an apprentice and progressed into a dual role as a hands-on engineer and supervisor, now among the most qualified on the shop floor.
Responsible for the repair, maintenance, and overhaul of electric motors (AC/DC), generators, alternators, pumps, gearboxes, inverters, and drives across a wide range of industrial applications.
In the workshop, I oversee and support apprentices while carrying out complex dismantling, fault diagnosis, and full machine overhauls on equipment received from customers nationwide.
On-site, attend customer locations to service, diagnose, and repair critical machinery or coordinate removal for workshop overhaul when required.
Developed strong customer-facing skills, clearly communicating technical issues and solutions to ensure efficient and professional service and minimal downtime.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Team Leader/Supervisor
Keighley College
Keighley, Bradford 2001.04 -
Comp Ex 01-04
AEMT
LoughboroughHNC - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Bradford College
BradfordNVQ Level 3 - Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
Bradford College
BradfordSkills
- Leadership
- Time Keeping
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Problem Solving
- Technical troubleshooting
- Risk assessment
Affiliations
- Hiking
- Travelling
- Mountain Climbing
- DIY
Timeline
Supervisor/Electromechanical engineer
BAWCo
2016.11 - Current
NVQ Level 3 - Team Leader/Supervisor
Keighley College
2001.04 -
Comp Ex 01-04
AEMT
HNC - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Bradford College
NVQ Level 3 - Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
Bradford College