Richard Mwangi
Stoke on Trent
Summary
Skilled Auto Mechanic/ Electrician trained in vehicle repairs and maintenance. Exceeds customer expectations with quality repairs and attention to detail. Offers excellent customer service skills and problem-solving abilities.
Knowledgeable and dependable Technician with background in fault diagnostics, routine maintenance and customer service. Friendly, polite and professional with all staff and customers at all times. Proven success developing long-term relationships with customers for repeat business.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Electrical fittings
Babcock International Group
Walsall, Wolverhampton
06.2023 - Current
- Converting New cars for the Metropolitan Police London. fitting communication devices and other gadgets
Mechanical/ electrical Testing
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR)
Solihull, Birmingham
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Executed planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and repair work on various mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Tested functionality of complex components, verifying operation according to specifications.
- Assembled mechanical components, controls and power systems.
- Oversaw pumps, compressors and pipework.
- Calibrated and maintained electrical equipment for optimised performance.
- Carefully followed product manuals, technical specifications and design drawings in engineering work.
Electrical test/ Water test
JCB
Uttoxeter, Staffordshire
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Tested function and output of diverse electronic units.
- Operated precision tools across varied technical tasks.
- Applied crimp and solder techniques to securely splice cables.
- Repaired faulty and damaged wiring to restore electrical function.
- Replaced defective parts for improved equipment longevity.
Electrical Equipment Tester
CNH Industrial
Basildon, Essex
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Worked on tractor cabins, testing all electrical gadgets
- Removed faulty products and parts, and replace.
- Ran product conformance testing with attention to quality.
- Used precision meters and measurement tools for accurate testing electrical equipment
Mechanical Tech/Body Profile
Aston Martin
Cardiff, Wales
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Carried out Body profiling and body gaps adjustments, to prepare the new version of Aston martin SUV (DBX) for world press testing
Re-Work Tech/ Team Leader
Bentley Motors
Crewe, Cheshire East
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Carried Out rework at end of line, mostly interior and Body Profile
- Carried out extensive water tests to all vehicles coming off the line.
Mechanical technician/ Body Profiler
Honda UK Manufacture
Swindon, Gloucestershire
05.2017 - 04.2018
- Fit and replaced engines, understanding and following manufacturers instructions.
- Resolved reported vehicle issues first time, achieving high customer satisfaction rate.
- Assembled mechanical components following specifications.
- Carried out end of line re-works on vehicles from the Assembly Line.
- Carried out Body profiling on doors, bonnet and front wings.
Re-work Tech/Team Leader
Rolls Royce Factory Plant
Chichester, West Sussex
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Working F2 section, carrying out re-work mainly on The Dawn, The Ghost and Wrath models
- Also, worked on F1 line coding and quality checks
- I also worked at Paint De-trim and retrim.
Mechanical technician
BMW Mini Plant
02.2014 - 01.2016
- Employed by BMW Mini plant through Formal D Agency, As a Mechanic/Re-work/tester
- Did Road test for Three month then worked at QEC (Quality Engineering centre) where I did both mechanical and Trim work
- I worked there for two years before moving to Rolls Royce.
Mechanical technician
Holdcroft Nissan
08.2013 - 11.2013
- Employed By Holt Consultant Agency for Holdcroft Nissan
- Worked at the PDI centre Carrying out PDI on deferent models of Nissan cars, also worked at the main workshop Doing used car checks.
Southall Honda (London)
05.2011 - 02.2013
- Employed as Auto Mechanic, carried out service on customers Vehicles, carried out PDI on new vehicles, carried out A/C re-gas and Services, changed tyres and repaired punctures among other things Also did some training on various models of Honda.
Mechanic
M25 Auto Engineering
London, City of London
08.2010 - 03.2011
- Worked as a fitter mechanic, stripping vehicles parts e.g
- Engines, Gearbox/Transmissions suspension and interiors for sale.
Mechanical technician
Auto-Fusion (London)
London, City of London
11.2009 - 06.2010
- Employed as a Mechanic, carrying out services and repairs on vehicles.
Auto mechanic/ Service Adviser/ Tester
Jopan Auto Garage (Kenya)
Nairobi, Nairobi
01.2002 - 06.2009
- Senior Auto Mechanic, carrying out Mechanical repairs, mostly on small vehicles and vans.
Auto mechanic
Abdul latif Jameel Co.Ltd.(Saudi Arabia)
Jeddah, Saudi
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Auto-Technician
- Servicing of all Toyota and Lexus models, undertaking of engine Overhaul Transmissions and steering racks
- Also did several Training On Toyota and Lexus models.
Service advisor/ Tester
Amec Motors Ltd. Nairobi
Nairobi, Nairobi
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Worked as an Adviser and vehicle taster
- Opening Job cards and taking Quotations on accident vehicles.
Auto mechanic
Saudi Public Transport Company Ltd. (SAUDI ARABIA)
Damam, West Saudi
01.1992 - 01.1994
- Carried out services on company Buses and Repairs, e.g undertaking major Overhauls on engines and G/boxes, brakes overhauls and repairs.
Auto mechanic/ workshop Advisor/Tester
Securicor Kenya Ltd. (Nairobi)
Nairobi, Nairobi
01.1988 - 01.1992
- Servicing of company Vehicles, testing and writing reports on vehicles Conditions
- Checking and taking quotations on all defective and accident Vehicles.
Mechanical fitter
D.T. Dobie and company Kenya Ltd (Nairobi)
Nairobi, Nairobi
01.1985 - 01.1988
- Employed as a fitter mechanic, servicing of customer vehicles.
Education
Grade One in Auto Mechanic - Auto Mechanic and Auto Electrical
DT Dobie Technical institute
Nairobi 01.1982 - 12.1984
Honda mechanical and Electrical certificate -
Honda institute of Technology
London 02.2011 - 02.2011
Level 2 in Electrical vehicle -
Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre
Wolverhampton 10.2023 - 10.2023
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Deadline-driven
- Inspection skills
Affiliations
- Enjoy watching Rallying and Formula 1
Timeline
Level 2 in Electrical vehicle -
Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre
10.2023 - 10.2023
Electrical fittings
Babcock International Group
06.2023 - Current
Mechanical/ electrical Testing
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR)
01.2022 - 04.2023
Electrical test/ Water test
JCB
06.2021 - 12.2021
Electrical Equipment Tester
CNH Industrial
10.2020 - 05.2021
Mechanical Tech/Body Profile
Aston Martin
08.2020 - 10.2020
Re-Work Tech/ Team Leader
Bentley Motors
05.2018 - 03.2020
Mechanical technician/ Body Profiler
Honda UK Manufacture
05.2017 - 04.2018
Re-work Tech/Team Leader
Rolls Royce Factory Plant
01.2016 - 05.2017
Mechanical technician
BMW Mini Plant
02.2014 - 01.2016
Mechanical technician
Holdcroft Nissan
08.2013 - 11.2013
Southall Honda (London)
05.2011 - 02.2013
Honda mechanical and Electrical certificate -
Honda institute of Technology
02.2011 - 02.2011
Mechanic
M25 Auto Engineering
08.2010 - 03.2011
Mechanical technician
Auto-Fusion (London)
11.2009 - 06.2010
Auto mechanic/ Service Adviser/ Tester
Jopan Auto Garage (Kenya)
01.2002 - 06.2009
Auto mechanic
Abdul latif Jameel Co.Ltd.(Saudi Arabia)
01.1997 - 01.1999
Service advisor/ Tester
Amec Motors Ltd. Nairobi
01.1995 - 01.1996
Auto mechanic
Saudi Public Transport Company Ltd. (SAUDI ARABIA)
01.1992 - 01.1994
Auto mechanic/ workshop Advisor/Tester
Securicor Kenya Ltd. (Nairobi)
01.1988 - 01.1992
Mechanical fitter
D.T. Dobie and company Kenya Ltd (Nairobi)
01.1985 - 01.1988
Grade One in Auto Mechanic - Auto Mechanic and Auto Electrical
DT Dobie Technical institute
01.1982 - 12.1984
Custom
- Auto Mechanic & Trim
- Computer knowledge
- Good team work
- Excellent with people
Personal Information
Hobbies: In my spare time I enjoy watching football and formula 1, and Rally
Custom
- Auto Mechanic & Trim
- Computer knowledge
- Good team work
- Excellent with people
Personal Information
Hobbies: In my spare time I enjoy watching football and formula 1, and Rally
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