Matthew Peachey
Neath,Neath Port Talbot
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Workshop foreman
K M Plant
Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent
08.2025 - Current
- Supervise and support a team of vehicle technicians.
- Allocate and prioritise workloads and job tasks.
- Ensure all repairs and servicing are completed to quality and safety standards.
- Conduct quality checks on completed work.
- Maintain accurate records of work completed, repairs, servicing.
- Perform maintenance and repairs on a range of vehicles and plant machinery.
- Diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults.
- Carry out inspections and safety checks.
- Use diagnostic equipment to identify issues accurately.
- Follow all health and safety procedures.
- Carry out maintenance and repairs on plant machinery and fleet vehicles.
Fleet Manager
Response Engineering Solutions
Hirwaun, Rhondda Cynon Taf
06.2013 - 08.2022
- Utilised fleet management software to track vehicle locations, maintenance schedules, and driver performance.
- Administered records of fleet drivers and executed documentation checks in accordance with company policies.
- Directed fleet operations, supervising maintenance, repairs, and safety compliance for over 90 vehicles.
- Developed and enforced policies on vehicle use, promoting responsible and efficient use of company assets.
- Monitored and controlled fleet-associated costs, minimising waste and avoiding avoidable costs to provide cost-effective fleets.
- Supervised preventive maintenance schedules, inspections and repairs to minimise downtime.
- Directed daily operations to achieve maximum efficiency and productivity.
- Liaised with insurance companies to manage claims and reduce premiums through risk mitigation strategies.
- Worked with relevant departments to understand and meet immediate and future vehicle requirements.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and service providers, achieving cost reductions while maintaining quality.
- Coordinated logistics for vehicle assignments, ensuring optimal utilisation and efficiency in operations.
- Conducted regular audits of vehicle conditions, scheduling timely maintenance to prevent breakdowns.
- Executed maintenance plans according to work schedules to keep vehicles operational.
- Maintenance, repair, and fault finding on heavy plant machinery such as excavators, crushers, mixers, conveyors and generators on site in quarries.
Senior vehicle technician
Evans Halshaw Ford
Cardiff
02.2005 - 06.2012
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Serviced vehicles to high standards, increasing performance and lifespan.
- Specialised in the servicing and repair of brakes, suspension systems, and exhausts, enhancing vehicle safety and reliability.
- Completed all work to manufacturers' specifications, maintaining warranty compliance and customer trust.
- Completed routine servicing of vehicles to brand technical standards to reduce likelihood of future mechanical issues.
- Identified mechanical faults, determined causes and ordered new parts to resolve issues.
- Utilised advanced diagnostic tools to accurately identify vehicular faults, saving time and resources in repairs.
- Identified and fixed engine faults impacting function, performance or fuel efficiency.
- Performed mechanical and electrical diagnostics, documenting issues and identifying cost-effective solutions.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical issues in a variety of vehicles, resulting in improved performance and customer satisfaction.
- Conducted thorough inspections and routine service checks to maintain vehicle safety and reliability.
- Promoted adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Kept garage environments clear and tidy, reducing risk and maintaining safe working areas for staff and customers.
- Collaborated with a team of technicians to share knowledge and improve workshop efficiency.
- Kept paperwork regularly up to date, clearly detailing works performed and parts used for accurate records.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Mechanical Engineering/ Vehicle Maintenance
Bridgewater college
Bridgwater, Somerset 09.2004 - 07.2007
NVQ Level 3 - Vehicle maintenance and Repair
Bridgewater college
Bridgwater, Somerset 09.2004 - 07.2007
Skills
I am an experienced and reliable mechanical professional with strong knowledge of vehicle systems and mechanics I have extensive understanding of health and safety procedures and take pride in working safely and efficiently I am confident in fault finding, problem solving and working as part of a team to minimise downtime and maintain high operational standards
In my previous roles, I have been responsible for the inspection, maintenance and repair of heavy machinery and vehicles This includes excavators, stone crushers, conveyors, mixers and other plant machinery/equipment on site in quarries all across the UK I have strong understanding of planned preventative maintenance, ensuring that equipment and vehicles remain safe, compliant and in good working condition During my time at Response engineering I utilised my skills as a technician on site at TATA Steel where I carried out maintenance and repairs on conveyor belts, rollers, bearings, gearboxes and motors, I also managed a team of between 6 and 10 staff, carrying out preventative maintenance at Amazon distribution warehouse In addition to my technical skills, i work well as part of a team or alone I communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors and operators I am able to explain faults and repairs clearly, ensuring good understanding and smooth day-to-day operations I am motivated to bring my experience, reliability and strong technical ability to a new role where I can contribute to maintaining high standards
Timeline
Workshop foreman
K M Plant
08.2025 - Current
Fleet Manager
Response Engineering Solutions
06.2013 - 08.2022
Senior vehicle technician
Evans Halshaw Ford
02.2005 - 06.2012
Diploma of Higher Education - Mechanical Engineering/ Vehicle Maintenance
Bridgewater college
09.2004 - 07.2007
NVQ Level 3 - Vehicle maintenance and Repair
Bridgewater college
09.2004 - 07.2007