Michael Prescott
Oswestry
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical fault finding gained through a recent apprenticeship. Proven experience as a hydraulic engineer, skilled in repairing hydraulic systems, fabricating hoses, and overhauling cylinders. Well versed whilst working in a team or working alone. Actively pursuing opportunities to expand knowledge of diverse plant operations and machinery.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Plant technician
Foundation Piling ltd
Oswestry
2023.02 - 2026.07
- Completed NVQ level 3 apprenticeship in Land Based Servicing at Reaseheath College and gained a Distinction
- Maintained and serviced Piling equipment, Agitators, Concrete pumps
- Electrical fault finding
- Hydraulic fault finding
- Mechanical fault finding
- Travel nationwide to conduct repairs and services
Field Service Engineer
Dragon Hydraulics LTD
Wrexham
2018.07 - 2023.02
- Main role was that of a field engineer, travelling around north wales, shropshire and other areas, maintaining and repairing hydraulic hoses, pumps, actuators, etc. Main focus was on hydraulic hoses, this involved having a job sent to my tablet which i would then arrive at site, replacing any and all hoses customer requested.
- Managed equipment and supplies in vehicle to ensure readiness for service.
- Normal working hours are 8am until 5pm, with a rotational 24/7 call rota.
- Assisted with organisation and inventory management in stock room and trade counters.
- This included order processing, purchasing, housekeeping and conducting over the counter sales including money handling and invoice processing.
Stores Assistant
Morgans of Oswestry
Oswestry
2018.04 - 2018.07
- Customer service and order fulfillment.
- Stock control (including training staff on new software).
- Executed sales, purchasing, and stock control at decorators merchants.
- Oversaw operations of door department, ensuring effective stock management and customer satisfaction.
- Coordinating with suppliers.
- Coordinated timely delivery of goods to customers, enhancing service reliability.
- Main duties included
Workshop Operative
Tom Parker LTD
Preston
2011.02 - 2018.02
- Part of a team of 3 in assembling various air preparation products alongside thousands of pneumatic and hydraulic hose assemblies. Experience of solely running the workshop when other colleagues are on annual leave. I have also filled in roles in other departments when staff numbers have been low, including dispatch and goods inwards.
- Achieved fork lift truck licence and high reach truck license.
- Complied with all company guidelines strictly for maintaining discipline and order,.
- Excelled in multi-tasking for improved productivity.
- Assisted colleagues, fostered a positive work environment.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Land based service
Reaseheath College
Nantwich 2023.11 - 2026.05
Honors degree - Computer Aided Engineering
University of Central Lancashire
GCSEs -
Worden Sports College
Leyland, Lancashire 2003.09 - 2008.07
Skills
- Hydraulic and electrical fault finding
- Mechanical fault finding
- Electrical fault finding
- Hydraulic hose assembly
- Preventive maintenance
- Microsoft Word proficiency
- Management skills
- Team collaboration
- Dedication and punctuality
Languages
English - Expert
Certification
CITB accredited CSCS operators card expires July 2031
IPAF 3a/3b expires September 2028
Experience in operating telehandlers and FLTs but all licenses were in house.
References
References available upon request.
Additional information
- SKILLS
- Punctual
- Team Player
- Quick Learner
- Flexible
- Sociable
- Focused
- Independent
- Patient
- Confident
- Full UK Driving License
Timeline
NVQ Level 3 - Land based service
Reaseheath College
2023.11 - 2026.05
Plant technician
Foundation Piling ltd
2023.02 - 2026.07
Field Service Engineer
Dragon Hydraulics LTD
2018.07 - 2023.02
Stores Assistant
Morgans of Oswestry
2018.04 - 2018.07
Workshop Operative
Tom Parker LTD
2011.02 - 2018.02
GCSEs -
Worden Sports College
2003.09 - 2008.07
Honors degree - Computer Aided Engineering
University of Central Lancashire