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Joe Reed

Humberston

Summary

I am a reliable, stress tolerant, hard-working individual. I have strong communication, organisational and housekeeping skills. I can interact with people confidently face to face and can work on my own initiative as well as part of a team. I am a fast learner, open to flexible working and enjoy a challenge. I am always keen to listen and learn from others as I would like to develop my skills to the best of my ability. I thrive under pressure offering strong problem-solving skills with a tendency for understanding and conveying technical information clearly. I am knowledgeable and experienced in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues. I am a proactive and decisive person who oversees and adjusts machinery to minimise downtime while using correct company methods to meet tight deadlines and client expectations.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Technical Maintainer Operator

VolkerRail Specialist Business
Scunthorpe
07.2018 - 02.2025
  • In December 2021 I was promoted to this role which still carries all the duties of a maintainer operator with the added responsibility of assisting the maintenance supervisor with the planning of manpower and scheduling of preventative maintenance.
  • Recently I completed my level 3 qualification in assessing so that I can assess new and current fitters RPA (Rail Plant Association) competence, which is the competence required to be a fitter on the network rail infrastructure.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to interpret technical drawings and specifications for accurate component repair.
  • Finally, being the current maintainer operators first point of contact to assist with more complex fault diagnostics

Maintainer Operator

VolkerRail Specialist Business
Scunthorpe
07.2018 - 12.2021
  • Execute planned preventative maintenance activities on machinery to prolong equipment lifespan and optimise performance.
  • Undertake 6 monthly LOLER examinations.
  • Diagnostics and repair of the mechanical, electrical, hydraulic & pneumatic components using OEM schematics where required.
  • Operational shift breakdown cover.
  • Operating road/rail mounted 360-degree excavator cranes with various attachments.
  • Repair, calibrate & monitor GKD RCI systems settings and adjust to correct malfunctions or errors.
  • Kept accurate, detailed repair data and records for quality control and audit purposes.
  • Identifying & Ordering replacement parts.
  • Repaired high-value industrial machinery, minimising asset depreciation.
  • Participated in health and safety initiatives, promoting secure working environment for entire team.
  • Facilitate knowledge transfer by mentoring junior fitters & operators, enhancing team competency and skill development.
  • Modified and retrofitted machinery to meet evolving operational industry standards.
  • Strictly followed company safety regulations, eliminating workplace accidents and incidents.

Light Vehicle Technician

Hartwell Ford
Grimsby
09.2017 - 07.2018
  • Using the franchises computer software to diagnose and pin point various defects within the vehicle assigned to me, liaise with other departments within the company when needed then repair the necessary fault
  • General maintenance, MOT testing and overhaul to all aspects of light and commercial vehicles

Maintainer Operator

Volkerrail Specialist Business
Scunthorpe
07.2014 - 08.2017

Light Vehicle Technician

Hartwell Ford
Grimsby
07.2004 - 06.2014

Education

GCSE's - Maths, English, Science, Geography, Drama, French, German, R.E, Resistant Materials

Cordeaux School

NVQ Level 3 - Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

The Grimsby Institute
Grimsby
09.2004 - 07.2007

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Self-motivated
  • Leadership
  • Safety awareness
  • Computer literate
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time efficiency
  • Creative thinking

Qualifications & Training

2024 IPAF (Push Around Vertical)

2023 Level 3 City & Guilds Assessing Vocational Achievement

2023 Lloyd's British LOLER Inspection

2020 GKD Technologies Engineer Training

2020 Deutz Engine Company Serdia Diagnostics Training

2018 Level 3 City & Guilds Basic Mobile Air Conditioning

2016 Level 2 Diploma Plant Operations & Extracting Plant

2015 Slinger & Banksman

2015 Rail Plant Accredited (RPA) Assessed Heavy Plant Fitter

2015 Road to Rail Excavator Crane Operator Conversion

2014 CPCS Plant Operator,

A59A 360 Degree Excavator above and below 10 Tonnes - Tracked

A59B 360 Degree Excavator above and below 10 Tonnes - Wheeled

2011 Class 4 & 7 MOT tester

2007 NVQ Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Maintainer Operator

VolkerRail Specialist Business
07.2018 - 12.2021

Technical Maintainer Operator

VolkerRail Specialist Business
07.2018 - 02.2025

Light Vehicle Technician

Hartwell Ford
09.2017 - 07.2018

Maintainer Operator

Volkerrail Specialist Business
07.2014 - 08.2017

NVQ Level 3 - Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

The Grimsby Institute
09.2004 - 07.2007

Light Vehicle Technician

Hartwell Ford
07.2004 - 06.2014

GCSE's - Maths, English, Science, Geography, Drama, French, German, R.E, Resistant Materials

Cordeaux School

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