Jude Carter Almey
Hinckley
Summary
Motivated and hands-on Maintenance Technician with a strong passion for engineering and problem solving. Completed a four-year Advanced Mechatronics Maintenance Engineering apprenticeship with global blue-chip manufacturer PepsiCo (Walkers Snack Foods), gaining broad exposure to electrical, mechanical, and automated production systems within a high-speed FMCG environment.
Currently working as a Shift Maintenance Technician, carrying out reactive and preventative maintenance across a wide range of equipment including motors, drives, conveyors, sensors, pneumatics, and PLC-controlled machinery. Highly reliable and hard working, maintaining high standards of safety, performance, and operational efficiency.
Experienced in the use of SAP and SCADA systems, with a strong interest in developing further within controls and automation. Actively expanding knowledge of PLC systems and electrical competencies, seeking continued progression within maintenance or controls-focused engineering roles.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Shift Maintenance Technician
PepsiCo (Walkers Snack Foods)
Leicester
2025.05 - 2026.04
- Provided electrical and mechanical maintenance support across high-speed FMCG production lines.
- Assisted with reactive fault finding on automated machinery, including motors, conveyors, sensors, drives, and pneumatic systems to limit downtime.
- Helped diagnose faults on PLC-controlled production equipment.
- Performed planned preventative maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Utilised SAP to record maintenance activities, raise work orders, and update asset history.
- Monitored SCADA systems to assist with fault diagnosis and process troubleshooting.
- Supported engineering improvement projects including gearbox replacements, instrumentation installation, and automation upgrades.
Apprentice Mechatronics Maintenance Technician
PepsiCo (Walkers Snack Foods)
Leicester
2021.09 - 2025.05
- Completion of a four-year advanced mechatronics maintenance technician apprenticeship.
- Gained hands-on experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance within a large FMCG manufacturing plant.
- Performed preventative maintenance inspections on equipment and conducted minor repairs.
- Supported technicians during equipment breakdowns and aided in fault finding activities.
- Developed understanding of PLC systems, SCADA, and automated production equipment.
- Utilised SAP for raising work orders and recording maintenance activities.
- Assisted in various engineering projects, including installation of flowmeters, gearbox replacements, and automation upgrades.
- Adhered strictly to company policies and procedures, promoting a professional work atmosphere.
Education
BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) - Engineering – General Engineering
Midland Group Training Services (MGTS)
Coventry 09/2023 - 05/2025
EAL Level 3 Diploma - Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering – Mechatronics Maintenance Technician
Midland Group Training Services (MGTS)
Coventry 09/2023 - 05/2025
EAL Level 2 Diploma - Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering
Midland Group Training Services (MGTS)
BTEC Level 3 Diploma - Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Midland Group Training Services (MGTS)
CoventrySkills
- Electrical and Mechanical Fault finding
- Preventative & Reactive Maintenance (PPM & Breakdown Response)
- Maintenance of Motors, VFDs, Gearboxes, conveyors, various automated equipment and process equipment
- Sensors, switches, and instrumentation
- Basic PLC Knowledge, Networking awareness and SCADA Monitoring
- Troubleshooting, Team Collaboration and Process Improvement
- SAP (CMMS) Maintenance Documentation
- Health and Safety Compliant within FMCG Manufacturing
Certification
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (Booked for Early May)
- Site safety and compliance awareness Courses
- Working at heights training - Internal Certification
- Permit to Work & Isolation Procedures (LOTO) - Internal Certification
- First Aid at Work Awareness - Internal Certification
- Food Safety & Hygiene Training - Internal Certification
Affiliations
- Sports
- Travelling
Languages
German
Beginner
Timeline
Shift Maintenance Technician
PepsiCo (Walkers Snack Foods)
2025.05 - 2026.04
Apprentice Mechatronics Maintenance Technician
PepsiCo (Walkers Snack Foods)
2021.09 - 2025.05
BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) - Engineering – General Engineering
Midland Group Training Services (MGTS)
09/2023 - 05/2025
EAL Level 3 Diploma - Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering – Mechatronics Maintenance Technician
Midland Group Training Services (MGTS)
09/2023 - 05/2025
EAL Level 2 Diploma - Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering
Midland Group Training Services (MGTS)
BTEC Level 3 Diploma - Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Midland Group Training Services (MGTS)