Luke Diss
Witham,Essex
Summary
CAT A Aircraft Maintenance professional with experience in both line and base maintenance environments, ensuring full compliance with approved technical documentation and regulatory requirements. Proven ability to support AOG recovery operations and apply safety-critical procedures in accordance with Part-145 standards. Skilled in conducting inspections, component removal and installation, and routine servicing across aircraft systems. Recognised for a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
29
29
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Apprentice Aircraft Engineer
Ryanair
Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex
2023.03 - Current
- Hold a UK CAA Part-66 CAT A qualification with extensive line and hangar maintenance experience on commercial aircraft.
- Executed routine inspections, component replacements, servicing tasks, and defect rectifications under approved procedures.
- Utilised AMM, IPC, MEL, and other supporting documentation to uphold safety and compliance standards.
- Conducted fuel nozzle replacements on LEAP-1B engines efficiently.
- Trained new staff on processes and procedures to enhance team performance.
- Supported AOG recovery operations at down-route locations for safe, timely returns to service.
- Demonstrated proficiency in line and hangar maintenance operations, including A-checks and landing gear changes.
- Tug Driver, Forklift Trained, MEWP Trained, Dangerous Goods trained.
Apprentice Electrical Engineer
Blackman & White
Heybridge, Essex
2021.09 - 2023.03
- Designed and built bespoke electrical panels and cables for CNC machines.
- Managed electrical department independently for seven months, following one year of teamwork.
- Identified components based on machine specifications to ensure optimal panel functionality.
- Executed electrical panel builds tailored to customer requirements.
- Conducted fault finding to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.
- Used software to integrate motor drives to bespoke in-house user software and communicated with software developer to show electrical needs.
- PAT test qualified
- Demonstrated skills in crimping, soldering, and stripping wires for reliable connections.
- Assembled sub-modules using electrical drawings for precision and accuracy.
- Wired panels, relays, and PLCs with both AC and DC current for diverse applications.
Heavy Maritime Diesel Engines Technician
Bartech Marine Engineering (Work Experience)
Colchester, Essex
2018.06 - 2018.07
- Assisted with overhauls of heavy marine engines, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Executed turbocharger system overhauls and comprehensive diesel engine refurbishments.
- Performed sand blasting and managed liquid nitrogen safely during operations.
- Conducted valvetrain replacements and complete overhauls efficiently.
Education
UK Part 66 CAT A1.1 Aircraft Maintenance Licence - Aircraft Engineering
UK Civil Aviation Authority
Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex 2023.03 - 2026.01
BTEC level 2 - Diploma in Engineering Operations
Chelmsford College
2021.09 - 2023.03
BTEC Level 2 - Certificate in Engineering Operations
Chelmsford College
2021.09 - 2023.03
BTEC Level 2 - Young Leaders Award
MSCC
Maldon, Essex 2018.06 - 2019.06
BTEC Level 2 - Teamwork and Personal Development in the Community
CVQO
Maldon, Essex 2018.06 - 2019.06
BTEC Level 3 - ICT (QCF)
Thurstable School and Sixth Form College
Tiptree, Essex 2019.03 - 2021.09
A-Levels - Music Tech
Thurstable School and Sixth Form College
Tiptree, Essex 2019.03 - 2021.09
AS Level - Music
Thurstable School and Sixth Form College
Tiptree, Essex 2019.03 - 2021.09
GCSEs - Maths
Thurstable School and Sixth Form College
Tiptree, Essex 2016.03 - 2019.09
GCSEs - English
Thurstable School and Sixth Form College
Tiptree, Essex 2016.03 - 2019.09
GCSEs - Biology
Thurstable School and Sixth Form College
Tiptree, Essex 2016.03 - 2019.09
GCSEs - Physics
Thurstable School and Sixth Form College
Tiptree, Essex 2016.03 - 2019.09
Skills
- Documentation compliance
- Line and Base aircraft maintenance experience
- AOG recovery support
- Aircraft safety procedures
- Regulatory compliance
- Pre-flight checks
- Excellent Attitude and Work ethic
- Aircraft systems
- Pre and post-flight inspections
Accomplishments
- Most Improved Royal Marines Cadet 2017
Awarded “Most Improved Royal Marines Cadet” in 2017 at my unit.
- Best Royal Marines Cadet 2018
Awarded “Best Royal Marines Cadet” in 2018 at my unit.
- Competed at Gibraltar Cup National Competition at CTCRM 2017
Competed in my team at Gibraltar Cup at the Lympstone Royal Marines
training grounds in 2017 and placed 3rd in the country.
- Invited aboard the HMS Queen Elizabeth Carrier 2018
Invited to board and tour the HMS Queen Elizabeth Class Carrier for my merits.
- Completed Graspan Royal Marines parade at Buckingham Palace 2016-2018
Attended and marched the “Graspan” parade in London 3 years running
From 2016 to 2018.
Timeline
Apprentice Aircraft Engineer
Ryanair
2023.03 - Current
UK Part 66 CAT A1.1 Aircraft Maintenance Licence - Aircraft Engineering
UK Civil Aviation Authority
2023.03 - 2026.01
Apprentice Electrical Engineer
Blackman & White
2021.09 - 2023.03
BTEC level 2 - Diploma in Engineering Operations
Chelmsford College
2021.09 - 2023.03
BTEC Level 2 - Certificate in Engineering Operations
Chelmsford College
2021.09 - 2023.03
BTEC Level 3 - ICT (QCF)
Thurstable School and Sixth Form College
2019.03 - 2021.09
A-Levels - Music Tech
Thurstable School and Sixth Form College
2019.03 - 2021.09
AS Level - Music
Thurstable School and Sixth Form College
2019.03 - 2021.09
Heavy Maritime Diesel Engines Technician
Bartech Marine Engineering (Work Experience)
2018.06 - 2018.07
BTEC Level 2 - Young Leaders Award
MSCC
2018.06 - 2019.06
BTEC Level 2 - Teamwork and Personal Development in the Community
CVQO
2018.06 - 2019.06
GCSEs - Maths
Thurstable School and Sixth Form College
2016.03 - 2019.09
GCSEs - English
Thurstable School and Sixth Form College
2016.03 - 2019.09
GCSEs - Biology
Thurstable School and Sixth Form College
2016.03 - 2019.09
GCSEs - Physics
Thurstable School and Sixth Form College
2016.03 - 2019.09