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Matthew Clark

Bishopbriggs,East Dunbartonshire

Summary

Through working with people I have gained expertise's in risk assessment, MOT preparation, first aid training, and engine overhaul. Proficient in clutch replacement, brake servicing, and preventive maintenance, with a proven ability to diagnose malfunctions and implement effective mechanical solutions. Strong knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems enhances vehicle performance and safety. Career goal focuses on utilizing diagnostic skills and experience to optimize vehicle functionality with moving along as the trade progresses

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Vintage vehicles preservationist

Glasgow vintage vehicle trust
Glasgow, Glasgow City
01.2024 - Current
  • Executed day-to-day duties with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Acquired new skills to enhance productivity in daily tasks.
  • Delivered tasks within tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work areas and equipment, ensuring hygiene compliance.
  • Diagnosed complex mechanical issues for effective repairs, utilising specialised tools.
  • Collaborated with mechanics on large projects, achieving timely completions.
  • Performed engine overhauls, brake changes, and oil changes to optimise vehicle performance.
  • Conducted regular maintenance on heavy vehicles to ensure safety and reliability.

Work Experience at Scania Group

Scania group
Renfrew, Renfrewshire
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Presented data analysis findings to non-technical colleagues with clarity.
  • Organised regular team meetings to enhance communication and collaboration.
  • Maintained detailed meeting minutes to boost team productivity.
  • Collaborated with team members on large-scale repair projects, ensuring efficiency.
  • Executed comprehensive diagnostic tests to identify mechanical issues effectively.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks, enhancing vehicle performance and reliability.
  • Complied with industry standards during repairs to guarantee quality assurance.
  • Adapted swiftly to emerging technologies in HGV mechanics.

pre apprentice electrical installation

Forth Valley College
Falkirk, Stirling
08.2025 - Current
  • Took initiative in learning new techniques, resulting in performance improvements.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to meet project deadlines.
  • Maintained a clean and safe working environment for enhanced efficiency.
  • Adapted swiftly to changing work demands, maintaining high standards under pressure.
  • Utilised technical knowledge to solve problems during challenging scenarios.
  • Developed practical skills through hands-on training for productivity enhancement.
  • Achieved deadline compliance via meticulous time management.
  • Completed necessary training and assessments.
  • Developed practical skills for enhanced productivity through hands-on training.

Education

National 5 - Geography, English, Business Management, Application of Maths, Design & Manufacture

Bishopbriggs Academy
Bishopbriggs, East Dunbartonshire

Skills

  • Risk assessment expertise
  • First aid training
  • Engine overhaul proficiency
  • Clutch replacement skills
  • Brake servicing techniques
  • Preventive maintenance knowledge
  • Pressure resilience
  • Oil change expertise
  • Innovative mechanical solutions
  • Malfunction diagnosis skills
  • Tyre inspection expertise
  • Brake repair proficiency
  • Shock absorber adjustments skills
  • Trailer coupling techniques
  • Radiator service knowledge
  • Diagnostic proficiency in mechanics
  • Pneumatic system understanding
  • Hydraulic press operation skills
  • Expertise in hydraulic/air braking systems
  • electrical repair capabilities
  • MOT preparation experience

Affiliations

some of my hobbies are working on preserved vehicles, as I learn from this and I find it fun from the likes of vehicle inspections, servicing, general repairs, overhauls like engine, hubs etc

Certification

I have been involved wit the sea cadets for many years from a boy into a young adult, I have gained many qualifications like marine engineering, paddle sports, first aid, to name just a few, as well as progressing up through the ranks gaining more qualifications as move also being given roles such as teaching classes, being in charge of squads

Timeline

pre apprentice electrical installation

Forth Valley College
08.2025 - Current

Work Experience at Scania Group

Scania group
06.2024 - 08.2024

Vintage vehicles preservationist

Glasgow vintage vehicle trust
01.2024 - Current

National 5 - Geography, English, Business Management, Application of Maths, Design & Manufacture

Bishopbriggs Academy
Matthew Clark