Jeff Radley Braithwaite
Scarborough,North Yorkshire
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable engineer with a hands-on practical approach to solving complex mechanical problems. Experienced in fabrication, construction, and welding. Able to work very well under pressure and learn new tasks quickly. Committed to learning new systems, engines, and setups with a view to applying engineering skills to real world farming scenarios, from maintenance to land management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Career break
01.2019 - 01.2026
- Had a career break due to having sustained significant injury in [year], this has meant I had to engage with treatment and had previously been unfit to work. However, during this period I have been volunteering at a community furniture warehouse and refurnished my flat, to keep busy and upskill. I am now looking to get back into the work place with a view to using my engineering skills to transition to agricultural work.
Sheet Metal Worker
Kingspan
Sherburn
10.2016 - 01.2019
- Duties include: Fabrication of clean rooms including wall, floor and ceiling panel making- undertaking sheet metal work, using Presses, edge benders, various saws and cranes, working with a wide team to reach targets and deadlines, working to health and safety guidelines, problem solving and maintaining a clean working environment.
Supervisor
Ancient Warrior
Scarborough
03.2016 - 09.2016
- Duties included: Assisting customers with sales in a busy retail outlet, supervising staff, replenishing stock, displaying stock in cabinets, ordering stock, managing money and operating a till, problem solving, working with ornamental weaponry in a safe manner, keeping a clean working environment, make sure myself and my colleagues work within the health and safety guidelines, working flexibly according to business needs, maintaining a professional manner.
Fabricator and Welder
Keogh Fabrications Ltd
Milnsbridge
03.2011 - 01.2012
- Duties included: Structural fabrication including balconies, fire escapes, stair cases and other fittings for commercial premises - working as a MIG & TIG welder, undertaking sheet metal work, using heavy machinery and cranes, working with a wide team to reach target and deadline, problem solving in a creative and safe manner, working to health and safety guidelines, managing own workspace and maintaining a clean working environment.
Catering Assistant
GKI Fisheries
Scissett
09.2008 - 01.2009
- Duties included: Working in a busy Fish and Chip shop, preparing, cooking and serving hot food to customers, operating a till, working to health and safety guidelines, presenting exceptional customer service, replenishing stock, working flexibly according to business needs
Railway Operative
Kirklees Light Railway
Huddersfield
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Duties included: Working within mechanical and fabrication engineering, maintaining track, attending to repairs on trains and assistive technologies, general customer service, working to local and legal requirements, organised and facilitated entertainment shows and worked flexibly according to business needs as well as working a burger van on set seasons.
Education
Shelley College
09.2006 - 09.2009
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Scissett Middle School
09.2004 - 09.2006
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Training Kirklees Youth Training (KYT)
01.2010 - 06.2010
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Kirklees Industrial Training Services
09.2010 - 03.2012
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Learndirect
02.2015 - 04.2015
Skills
Teamwork and Communication Operation of tools and machinery Physical outdoor work Troubleshooting Fabrication, Welding and Basic Engineering; CAD, Lathes and Design Interpretation Quick Learner Calm under pressure Environmental responsibility
Certification
- BCS Level 2 ECDL Certificate in IT User Skills (QCF)
- BCS Level 2 Database Software
- Level 1 city & Guilds Certificate in retail knowledge (QCF)
- City and Guilds level 1 in Metal Inert Gas (MIG) Welding
- City and Guilds level 2 in Fabrication and Welding Technology, working in engineering and engineering technology, which includes health and safety in workplace.
- City and Guilds level 2 in Fabrication and Welding Technology, fabricating sheet metalwork and fabricating thick plate, bar and section
- EAL, key skill level 2 in improving own learning and performance EAL, key skill level 2 in working with others EAL, key skill level 2 in information and communication technology EAL, key skill level 2 in communication EAL, key skill level 2 in application of number
- Full clean driving license. Able to drive Cars (B), Trailers (BE), and Agricultural vehicles (fkq)
References
Available upon request
A practical, driven and solutions-focussed engineer looking to transition into agricultural work
Bringing a hands-on approach to problem solving, with years in the engineering field and sharp technical abilities
Timeline
Career break
01.2019 - 01.2026
Sheet Metal Worker
Kingspan
10.2016 - 01.2019
Supervisor
Ancient Warrior
03.2016 - 09.2016
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Learndirect
02.2015 - 04.2015
Fabricator and Welder
Keogh Fabrications Ltd
03.2011 - 01.2012
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Kirklees Industrial Training Services
09.2010 - 03.2012
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Training Kirklees Youth Training (KYT)
01.2010 - 06.2010
Catering Assistant
GKI Fisheries
09.2008 - 01.2009
Shelley College
09.2006 - 09.2009
Railway Operative
Kirklees Light Railway
01.2006 - 01.2008
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Scissett Middle School
09.2004 - 09.2006