Oliver Hutchison
STROMNESS,Orkney
Summary
I am an experienced vehicle technician with a life long interest in mechanical work, engineering and maritime. I enjoy solving problems, taking pride in my work and working to the highest standards. I began by repairing my motorbikes as a child, moving on to restoring a classic mini for my first car at 16, since then I have gained a lot of experience serving an apprenticeship, working as a mechanic and restoring several other classic cars and would love the chance to use them to move into marine work and especially with the RNLI.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
Light Vehicle Technician
Orkney Motors
Kirkwall, Orkney
2022.06 - Current
- Carry out vehicle servicing, repairs, recovery's, diagnostics on all kinds of vehicles
- Carry out safety inspections on cars, vans and emergency vehicles such as ambulances
- Diagnose faults using Texa diagnostics and Manufactures diagnostics systems
- Class 4 and 7 MOT testing, air conditioning servicing, trailer and outboard motor servicing
- Regularly perform more complex work such as timing belts/chains, clutches, gearboxes, engine repairs and replacement and electrical fault diagnostics and repairs.
- Maintain a fleet of self drive cars to a high standard and timeframe
- Train and support apprentice mechanics and work experience trainees
- Carry out fabrication and welding
- Often work alone or as part of a team to get the job done to the highest and safest standard
- Often deal with customers and parts ordering from suppliers
- Keep the garage tidy, well presented and a safe place for everyone
Light Vehicle Technician
K R Garrioch
Stromness, Orkney
2016.05 - 2022.06
- Completed an apprenticeship in Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, completed on 21/11/2019
- Carried out servicing, repairs and diagnostics to all kinds of vehicles
- Carry out major jobs such as engine and gearbox repairs, clutches, timing belts, electrical diagnostics
- Awarded light vehicle apprentice of the year in 2019
- Completed MOT training course in 2020 and began Class 4 MOT testing
- Work alone or as a team to finish jobs to the highest standard
- Often dealt with customers and working under pressure
Mechanic Labourer
Blue Star Garage
Stromness, Orkney
2015.06 - 2015.08
- Worked here during my school summer holidays to gain experience
- Carried out basic mechanical work, tyre changing and working alongside experienced mechanics
- Gained a lot of mechanical experience in a busy work environment
- Kept the garage clean and tidy
Education
Moray Firth Training Group
Inverness 2016.09 - 2019.11
Scottish Qualifications Certificate -
Stromness Academy
Stromness 2010.08 - 2016.05
Maritime college -
Orkney College
Stromness 2012.08 - 2016.08
Skills
- High attention to detail
- Working in a safe and tidy environment
- Problem Solving
- Ability to work under pressure
- Keen to learn new skills
- Take pride in my work
- Work well alone or as part of a team
- Mechanically minded from a young age
Certification
- Light Vehicle Apprentice of the year 2019
- Full UK drivers licence
- Abrasive wheels course
- Manual handling course
- IMI air conditioning refrigerant handler
Timeline
Light Vehicle Technician
Orkney Motors
2022.06 - Current
Moray Firth Training Group
2016.09 - 2019.11
Light Vehicle Technician
K R Garrioch
2016.05 - 2022.06
Mechanic Labourer
Blue Star Garage
2015.06 - 2015.08
Maritime college -
Orkney College
2012.08 - 2016.08
Scottish Qualifications Certificate -
Stromness Academy
2010.08 - 2016.05