Peter Slade
Southampton,Hampshire
Summary
Experienced Vehicle Technician with 44 years in automotive diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance. Expertise in servicing, fault tracing, and MOT failure repairs, ensuring compliance with manufacturer standards. Skilled in inspections, test drives, and diagnostic checks to enhance vehicle performance and safety. Committed to delivering high-quality workmanship and customer satisfaction while adhering to safety standards.
Overview
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Certification
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43
years of professional experience
Work History
Vehicle Technician
snows
Southampton, Hampshire
02.2020 - Current
- Performed service, maintenance and repair tasks, including MOT failure jobs, within [Timeframe] turnaround.
- MOT-tested vehicles, outlining work required to address failures.
- Serviced vehicles to high standards, enhancing performance and extending lifespan.
- Completed all work to manufacturers' specifications, maintaining warranty compliance and customer trust.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Executed tyre changes efficiently in a busy workshop environment. and wheel alignments within [Number]-minute timeframe.
- Collaborated with a team of mechanics, sharing expertise and insights to improve workshop efficiency and quality of service.
- Upheld strict health and safety protocols within the workshop, minimising risks of accidents and ensuring a safe working environment.
- Kept garage environments clear and tidy, reducing risk and maintaining safe working areas for staff and customers.
- Explained mechanical issues and repair strategies to vehicle owners, building trust and loyalty.
- Stayed abreast of the latest automotive technologies and repair techniques through regular attendance at professional development courses.
Vehicle Technician
Hamble motors
Southampton, Hampshire
06.1983 - 02.2020
- 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.
- Serviced vehicles to high standards, increasing performance and lifespan.
- Performed service, maintenance and repair tasks, including MOT failure jobs, within [Timeframe] turnaround.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
Education
city and guilds - vehicle technician
Solent University
Southampton01-1988
Skills
- MOT testing
- Vehicle inspection
- Automotive diagnostics
- Vehicle system knowledge
- Brake diagnostics
- Fault tracing
- Fault code reading
- Engine repair
- Technical troubleshooting
- Gearbox repairs
- Clutch assessments
- Tyre fitting
- Tyre balancing and alignment
- Test driving
- Automotive electronics
- Transmission systems
- Brake systems knowledge
- Proactive maintenance
- Vehicle maintenance
- Diagnostic equipment use
- Technical troubleshooting
- Risk assessment
- Safety awareness
- Workshop safety
- Customer communication
- Time-management
- Time efficiency
- Self-motivation
- Positive mindset
- Decision making
- Reliable decision-making
- Strategic planning
- Strategic planning
- Reliable decision-making
- Workshop safety
Languages
English
First Language
Certification
city in guilds level 3,
- [Type] Licence full
- [Area of study] certified
- [Area of certification] certified
Interests
- my hobbies are diy, member of a drama club and love going away in my caravan
Accomplishments
- win award for best technician at snows toyota
Timeline
Vehicle Technician
snows
02.2020 - Current
Vehicle Technician
Hamble motors
06.1983 - 02.2020
city and guilds - vehicle technician
Solent University