Oscar Basalo
Aberdeen
Summary
Detail-oriented technical professional brings strong mechanical knowledge and thorough, attentive approach. Reliable in finding and reporting issues and working well with others to solve problems. Collaborative Technician with organisational, technical and multitasking abilities to support mechanical design and production for Mechanical and Electronics departments in a variety of industries. Seeks ways to improve processes, reduce costs, and proactively address concerns.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Workshop technician
Ardyne
Aberdeen
04.2022 - Current
- Tool inspection including detailed dimensional inspection
- Mechanical fitting & testing including the mechanical aspects of the electrical systems, structural parts and dynamic parts of the system
- Precision torqueing of sub-assemblies
- Preparation of tools for data download and analysis
- Interpretation of drawings including mechanical components and system schematics
- Hold toolbox talks safety briefings, build reports and risk assessments
- Training people and mentoring workforce, analysis
- Boat and building Water and Fuel Sampling
- Legionella monitoring and risk assessments
- Tank inspection and monitoring
- Report and Audit
- Conducted tests and inspections to QA/QC standards.
- Tested functionality of complex components, verifying operation according to specifications.
- Assisted research teams with prototyping and testing mechanical testings.
- Inspected mechanical components to identify issues and determine proper corrective actions.
Laboratory analyst and Water Hygiene Technician
INTERTEK
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Facilitated progress tracking, preparing detailed draft reports for assigned studies.
- Enabled efficient service by supporting administrative duties, such as case receipt and recording.
- Safely handled chemicals, gases and biological samples for chemical extraction, following lab safety protocols.
- Maintained organised, safe and efficient work area at all times to minimise risks.
- Cleaned and organised laboratory and restocked stations with commonly used supplies.
- Operated in compliance with all appropriate regulatory agencies and safety requirements.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintained daily maintenance logs, updating data with accuracy to inform management of operational needs.
Service Maintenance Mechanical Technician
Schlumberger, D&M
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
03.2010 - 06.2020
- The servicing of the tools involved
- Tool inspection including detailed dimensional inspection
- Mechanical fitting & testing including the mechanical aspects of the electrical systems, structural parts and dynamic parts of the system
- Precision torqueing of sub-assemblies
- Partial calibration and diagnostics of tools
- Preparation of tools for data download and analysis
- Interpretation of drawings including mechanical components and system schematics
- Hold toolbox talks safety briefings, build reports and risk assessments
- Training people and mentoring workforce
- Carefully dismantled mechanical assemblies to perform precise repairs, testing and cleaning duties.
- Tested individual components and functions of equipment to detect root cause of issues.
- Performed thorough daily visual inspections of mechanical assets to maintain workflows.
- Maintained compliance with health and safety guidelines, prioritising safe working environment.
- Liaised with other departments to achieve high on-time delivery and first-time-right performance.
- Applied fault-finding skills to identify and resolve issues promptly.
- Assembled and installed complex mechanical components to enhance equipment reliability.
- Advised on equipment upgrades to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Executed planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and repair work on various mechanical and electrical equipment.
Education
CCN1 CPA1 CENWAT Ref:371736 - Facilities (Domestic Gas)
ATC (Aberdeen Training Centre) (ACS
08.2021 - 10.2022
BSc (ENG) - Mechanical Engineering
Robert Gordon University
2015
HND & HNC - Mechanical Engineering
Aberdeen College
2009
Skills
- Schematics and diagrams understanding
- Mechanical inspections
- QA/QC standards
- 6S Lean management principles
- Component fitting
- Mechanical maintenance
- Manufacturing process improvement
Certification
Unvented Cylinders BPEC (ATC) 18/09/2023
Safe Handling Chemical Training
ACS Training and CCN1 CENWAT CPA1 completed 10/2022
First Aid at work SCQF LEVEL 6
COSHH Training
Manual Handling, Lifting overhead crane operations and up to 12 Ton. Forklift
Applied Kanban Management System (Lean)
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Workshop technician
Ardyne
04.2022 - Current
CCN1 CPA1 CENWAT Ref:371736 - Facilities (Domestic Gas)
ATC (Aberdeen Training Centre) (ACS
08.2021 - 10.2022
Laboratory analyst and Water Hygiene Technician
INTERTEK
07.2021 - 04.2022
Service Maintenance Mechanical Technician
Schlumberger, D&M
03.2010 - 06.2020
BSc (ENG) - Mechanical Engineering
Robert Gordon University
HND & HNC - Mechanical Engineering
Aberdeen College