Matthew BELL
Hartlepool,Durham
Summary
Detail-oriented Specialist Engineer with expertise in project management and compliance auditing. Experienced in leading fibre broadband initiatives while prioritising safety and quality. Communicates effectively with contractors and clients to ensure project success and alignment with company goals. Committed to fostering a safe and efficient work environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Specialist Engineer
Openreach
09.2013 - 11.2026
- Surveyed North East network routes for fibre broadband rollout planning.
- Liaised with contractors to ensure smooth build processes.
- Interacted with customers to meet company requirements and end-user needs.
- Conducted contractor audits to uphold high safety and quality standards.
- Managed maintenance data records for efficient onsite reference.
- Prepared reports on project status for management and clients.
- Conducted risk assessments to enhance workplace safety and compliance.
- Supervised junior engineers to support team development and performance.
HGV Mechanic
Bell truck and Van (Mercedes)
Billingham
09.2012 - 09.2013
- Took appropriate health and safety precautions to minimise risk of injury.
- Performed routine maintenance checks, including oil changes, tyre rotations, and fluid top-ups, to prevent future mechanical failures.
- Recorded repairs and maintenance updates for future risk planning.
- Diagnosed and repaired a wide range of vehicle issues, including engine malfunctions and electrical faults, to maintain optimal performance.
- Specialised in the servicing and repair of brakes, suspension systems, and exhausts, enhancing vehicle safety and reliability.
- Kept detailed records of all repairs, labour involved and parts used.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary maintenance, including belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Examined parts for excessive wear and breakages for prompt repair.
- Met daily, weekly and monthly service and repair targets consistently to improve customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with a team of mechanics, sharing expertise and insights to improve workshop efficiency and quality of service.
Fabricator Welder
Anvil gates and railings
03.2010 - 09.2012
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Operate MIG, TIG, and stick welders to fabricate wrought iron gates.
- Demonstrated initiative and leadership by identifying and removing workshop hazards and enforcing PPE use.
- Produced products to exact specifications by closely following engineering instructions, blueprints and drawings.
- Produced accurate and precise fabricated parts according to assembly instructions and engineering drawings.
- Completed projects within tight deadlines, effectively managing time and resources to meet client demands.
- Visually inspected finished pieces to spot imperfections.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by efficiently using materials and reducing waste during fabrication.
- Kept track and took care of issued tools and equipment, preventing financial loss to company.
- Managed the cutting and welding of materials, creating according to technical plans.
- Used hand and machine tools to cut and finish wrought-iron components.
Fish Fryer
The almighty cod
Hartlepool
03.2010 - 02.2011
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the frying area, following food safety regulations.
- Wiped down surfaces, cleaned cookware and sanitised utensils to meet health and safety standards.
- Organised ingredients at start of shift to prepare for expected needs during busy periods.
- Collaborated with kitchen team to handle high tempo demands and stressful service periods.
- Monitored cooking oil quality and temperature, changing oil regularly to guarantee optimal frying conditions.
- Collaborated with team members to optimise kitchen workflow and reduce customer waiting times.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - telecoms planning and build
BT
Newcastle upon Tyne, NET2014
NVQ Level 3 - mechanical and electrical engineering
Hartlepool college of FE
Hartlepool, HPL2012
A-Levels - History
Hartlepool sixth form college
Hartlepool, HPL2011
A-Levels - Politics
Hartlepool sixth from college
Hartlepool2011
A-Levels - Law
Hartlepool sixth form college
Hartlepool2011
A-Levels - English Language
Hartlepool sixth form college
Hartlepool2011
GCSEs -
ST hilds church of England school
HartlepoolSkills
- Project management
- Risk assessment
- Customer relationship management
- Compliance auditing
- Equipment maintenance
- Technical documentation
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Health and safety compliance
- Creative thinking
- Decision making
- Strategic planning
- Critical-thinking
- Computer literacy
- Stress tolerance
- Creative problem solving
- Health and safety regulations knowledge
- Customer service skills
- Time management skills
- Risk management
- Technical troubleshooting
- Workshop safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Equipment operation
- Mechanical repairs
- Fabrication techniques
Hobbies and interests
- Friendly outgoing individual playing in a number of team and individual sports, including football, tennis and padel.
- Avid gym goer and have worked out for 17 years.
- Interested in world history
- Hiking in nature
Timeline
Specialist Engineer
Openreach
09.2013 - 11.2026
HGV Mechanic
Bell truck and Van (Mercedes)
09.2012 - 09.2013
Fabricator Welder
Anvil gates and railings
03.2010 - 09.2012
Fish Fryer
The almighty cod
03.2010 - 02.2011
NVQ Level 3 - telecoms planning and build
BT
NVQ Level 3 - mechanical and electrical engineering
Hartlepool college of FE
A-Levels - History
Hartlepool sixth form college
A-Levels - Politics
Hartlepool sixth from college
A-Levels - Law
Hartlepool sixth form college
A-Levels - English Language
Hartlepool sixth form college
GCSEs -
ST hilds church of England school