Kyle Allen
Doncaster,South Yorksire
Summary
I am a motivated and ambitious Electrical Maintenance Engineer, eager to develop my skills and progress within the industry. I have experience in maintaining and troubleshooting industrial automation systems, including Allen-Bradley, Siemens S7, and GEM80, as well as working with high-voltage and low-voltage systems. I specialise in preventive and reactive maintenance, minimising downtime and ensuring reliable equipment performance.
I thrive in team-based environments, collaborating with colleagues across disciplines to drive efficiency and achieve shared goals. I am dedicated to health and safety compliance, conducting risk assessments and implementing best practices to maintain a safe and productive workplace. Committed to continuous learning and professional development, I actively seek opportunities to expand my technical expertise and contribute to team success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Liberty Steel
Rotherham, South Yorkshire
09.2022 - Current
- Adhered strictly to health and safety guidelines during all work activities.
- Implemented safety protocols, minimising workplace accidents.
- Executed preventive maintenance schedules to increase equipment longevity.
- Maintained detailed records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Kept up-to-date with latest industry developments for continuous improvement in role's effectiveness.
- Undertaken complex repairs to prevent production delays.
- Managed Engineering Projects as part of my Btec Level 3 and 4 Qualifications.
- Worked collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, including mechanical engineers, production staff, and management, to ensure seamless maintenance operations and minimize downtime.
- Mentored apprentices, sharing technical knowledge and best practices to develop team capabilities.
- Collaborated with engineers and production teams to maintain and troubleshoot automation systems, including Allen-Bradley, Siemens S7, and GEM80, ensuring efficient and reliable operation of automated processes.
- Utilised diagnostic tools and software to analyse equipment performance and predict potential failures.
- Utilised Infor to log maintenance activities, track job progress, and provide real-time feedback, ensuring accurate record-keeping and efficient completion of tasks.
Electrical Maintenance Engineer Apprentice
Liberty Steel
Sheffield/Rotherham, South Yorkshire
09.2019 - 09.2022
- Completed a one-year training program covering fundamental electrical engineering skills before rotating through various departments.
- Gained hands-on experience in Thrybergh Bar Mill, learning about rolling mill operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Developed process control knowledge, working with automation systems to optimize production efficiency.
- Worked in low-voltage and high-voltage departments, gaining experience in power distribution, fault finding, and electrical safety procedures.
- Rotated through Brinsworth Strip Mills, assisting with maintenance and repairs of strip processing equipment.
- Spent time in RMS, working on VIM and VAR furnaces, gaining insight into vacuum induction melting and refining processes.
- Worked alongside experienced engineers and technicians, developing teamwork and problem-solving skills in a real-world industrial setting.
- Built a strong foundation in preventive and reactive maintenance, preparing for a full-time engineering role.
Education
GCSEs - English
Ecclesfield School
Sheffield 09.2012 - 06.2017
GCSEs - Mathematics
Ecclesfield School
Sheffield 09.2012 - 06.2017
BTEC Level 3/NVQ Level 3 - ELectrical Engineering
Sheffield College
Sheffield 09.2019 - 06.2022
BTEC Level 4 Higher National Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Sheffield College
Sheffield 01.2023 - 12.2024
Skills
Technical Skills:
- Electrical maintenance and troubleshooting
- Preventive and reactive maintenance
- Automation systems: Allen-Bradley, Siemens S7, GEM80
- PLC fault finding and programming basics
- Basic Knowledge of High-voltage systems
- Process control and instrumentation
- Working with a wide range of equipment including; Electric Arc Furnaces, Small and Large Bloom Casters
- Diagnostic tools and software
- Collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams
- Mentoring apprentices
- Effective communication across departments
- Decision-making under pressure
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Health & Safety regulations (eg, risk assessments, lockout/tagout)
- Compliance with industry standards
- Continuous improvement and lean maintenance principles
- Infor for job feedback and completion
- Maintenance record-keeping and reporting
- Technical documentation and schematics interpretation
Timeline
BTEC Level 4 Higher National Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Sheffield College
01.2023 - 12.2024
Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Liberty Steel
09.2022 - Current
Electrical Maintenance Engineer Apprentice
Liberty Steel
09.2019 - 09.2022
BTEC Level 3/NVQ Level 3 - ELectrical Engineering
Sheffield College
09.2019 - 06.2022
GCSEs - English
Ecclesfield School
09.2012 - 06.2017
GCSEs - Mathematics
Ecclesfield School
09.2012 - 06.2017
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