Kealan McQuaid

-Worked as the Mechanical foreman on a number of small and large projects, leading tradesmen, working alongside clients and the project manager to ensure smooth and cost effective project delivery.

• Delegated tasks effectively leading to improved project timelines.
• Led a team of mechanical fitters, fostering a cooperative work environment.
• Oversaw project budgets to maintain cost-effectiveness.
• Handled complex repair works, minimising operational interruptions.
• Supervised the installation of mechanical components for improved efficiency.
• Directed workers engaged in dismantling, assembling and installing industrial machinery.
• Provided technical advice during commissioning and preparation of planned maintenance of industrial plants.
• Gave estimates of time, materials and equipment required for successful completion of projects.

-At Chamco I worked as a technician on OEM compressor and large scale water pump equipment. Completing installs, servicing and troubleshooting on many different sites across British Columbia.

• Diagnosed complex technical issues, resulting in improved machine functionality.
• Responded swiftly to emergency calls, minimising disruption to client operations.
• Kept up-to-date with latest industry developments through continuous learning and professional development.
• Optimised system performance with the adaptation of advanced troubleshooting techniques.
• Communicated effectively with clients, fostering strong business relationships.
• Implemented preventative maintenance procedures for long-term machine sustainability.
• Reduced downtime with prompt and efficient repairs of malfunctioning machinery.
• Collaborated on large-scale installations, contributing to successful project completion.
• Trained junior technicians to enhance team competency levels.

-Promoted to this role within the company, here I was responsible for furnace maintenance, and various projects for department continuous improvement.

• Improved plant uptime with proactive system improvements.
• Collaborated with the product team to improve machinery efficiency.
• Handled heavy machinery moving tasks, ensuring minimal disturbance in the workplace.
• Identified mechanical faults, leading to increased production levels.
• Implemented energy-saving measures which reduced operational costs.
• Drafted technical reports post-maintenance work for improved documentation process.
• Conducted risk assessments prior to any repair or installation work for enhanced worker safety.
• Repaired faulty systems promptly, reducing disruption in daily operations.

- Started and completed my mechanical engineering apprenticeship in this role. Stayed in this role for many years after, developing my personal and professional skills, and completing an engineering foundation degree whilst working full time.

• Solved complex technical issues to maintain smooth operations.
• Maintained machinery by conducting routine checks and servicing.
• Averted major production losses by identifying and fixing faults swiftly in machines.
• Performed welding tasks, ensured durable repair works on machinery parts.
• Carried out detailed breakdown analyses leading to reduced downtime.
• Improved plant safety through strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Collaborated with other engineers, resulted in efficient project completion.
• Installed new equipment, improved overall plant productivity levels.
• Carried out scheduled preventative maintenance requests on all machines, processes and assembly lines.
• Utilised machining processes such as turning, milling and grinding to create precision components.