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Owen Teal

Newton Aycliffe,Durham

Summary

Team member at Hitachi Rail supporting train build activities from underfloor systems through saloon fit-out prior to handover. Previously served as cladding supervisor leading up to six staff to deliver weekly targets and meet SLA requirements. Managed health and safety compliance, machine operation, quality control checks, and accurate documentation.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Member

Hitachi Rail
Newton Aycliffe, Durham
01.2023 - 09.2026

Constructed underfloor systems and executed internal saloon build projects by following SOP's at Hitachi.

  • Worked hard to learn all required tasks quickly to maximise performance

Roofing & Cladding

Self Employed
01.2006 - Current
  • Fitting external cladding and rain screen from substrate to finished item
  • Built strong clientele over 16 years by securing long-term contracts with various companies nationwide, managing large projects from inception to completion while ensuring high-quality standards.
  • Creating RAMS to ensure health & safety standards are met onsite.
  • Supervised construction site activities to ensure safety and compliance with project specifications.
  • Coordinated with contractors to streamline project timelines and effectively address issues.
  • Previous qualified in SSSTS.
  • Maintained accurate financial records and updated accounts regularly to reflect transactions.

Machine Operator/ Team Leader

Goodyear Dunlop
Washington
01.2000 - 01.2006
  • Led small team and operated machines to produce high-quality beads for car tyres.
  • Set machines to correct specifications and inspected for quality and dimensions.
  • Ensured product quality consistently met company standards.

Machine Operator

Woodhead
Newton Aycliffe
01.1988 - 01.2000
  • Operated forges and presses for production jobs, ensuring quality and efficiency.
  • Inspected stock and performed quality control on components prior to shipment, ensuring compliance with standards.
  • Collaborated with team to adhere to strict timelines, meeting customer expectations.
  • Reported potential repair issues to management for timely resolution.

Warehouse Operative

Warehouse Operative Limited
, Kent
01.1986 - 01.1988
  • Operated fork lift trucks to efficiently move stock and load wagons.
  • Checked and loaded wagons for timely delivery.
  • Conducted regular stock checks to maintain accurate inventory records.

Education

GSCEs - Wood Machining

Darlington College
Darlington, DAL
01-1997

NVQ 2 - Roofing & Cladding

Skills

  • Site supervision
  • Health and safety
  • Quality control
  • Contract management

References

Steven Piercy        e-mail : Steven.Piercy@hitachirail-eu.com

Brian Wilkinson     e-mail : brian.wilkinson@hitachirail-eu.com

References upon request.

Timeline

Team Member

Hitachi Rail
01.2023 - 09.2026

Roofing & Cladding

Self Employed
01.2006 - Current

Machine Operator/ Team Leader

Goodyear Dunlop
01.2000 - 01.2006

Machine Operator

Woodhead
01.1988 - 01.2000

Warehouse Operative

Warehouse Operative Limited
01.1986 - 01.1988

GSCEs - Wood Machining

Darlington College

NVQ 2 - Roofing & Cladding

Owen Teal