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Sean Thomas

Electrical Division Manager
Rochester,Kent

Summary

With 15 years experience within the Engineering sector i am eager to contribute my experience in developing technical teams, promote work class engineering principles & drive technical strategic roadmaps. My career highlights include leading substantial projects resulting in improved productivity & customer engagement as well as cult ivating teams known for innovation & excellence.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work history

Electrical Division Manager

AMG Facilities Management
Rochester, Medway
05.2025 - Current
  • Lead and mentor a diverse team of electrical engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
  • Define and implement the electrical engineering strategy aligned with product roadmaps and business objectives
  • Oversee the design, development, and testing of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software, mechanical, and product management to ensure integrated solutions
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in engineering processes and methodologies for enhanced efficiency and innovation
  • Manage budgets, timelines, and resources for engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery of high-quality products
  • Act as a liaison with external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and industry partners, to drive collaborative initiatives

Engineering manager

Prinova Solutions Europe
Aylesford, Kent
01.2024 - 05.2025
  • Efficiently supervise & support a team of multi-disciplined Technicians.
  • Improve service delivery performance & reduce costs to meet budget constraints.
  • Implement & deliver departmental KPI's.
  • Deliver toolbox talk & teams briefings.
  • Manage all aspects of Engineering across 3 sites.
  • Manage all site Engineering compliance.
  • Manage all site contractor relations & onsite works through PTW & RAMS.
  • Ensure food safety & food safety standards are upheld at all times.
  • Lead substantial projects from initiation to closing phase Risk Assessments / site policies


Site Manager

Saga Robotics
Maidstone, Kent
07.2020 - 12.2023
  • Oversaw a multi-discipline team of 15 Engineers & testers workshop based to in the field.
  • Accountable for all daily operational activity and the management of operatives and field engineers ensuring adherence to all Company policies, procedures and practices.
  • Driving high profile projects including a scalable strategy for growth from 5% to 8% of UK market share.
  • Spearheaded the integration of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices, reducing deployment time by 30% & improving service delivery.
  • Lead quarterly strategic planning sessions aligning technical roadmaps with business objectives.
  • Meeting potential clients through tenders demonstrating product capabilities & suitability to client
  • Site Policies

Engineering Manager

S & A Produce
Faversham, Kent
02.2018 - 06.2020
  • Mentor & Coach staff through leadership.
  • Department planning & scheduling through priority.
  • Lead site CI through Lean Six Sigma & Kaizen.
  • Implementation of SAP CMMS system.
  • Managed site engineering budgets.
  • Responsible for maintaining all plant & site facilities including on site accommodation housing 300 staff, production Packhouse, MHE, Company vehicles, refrigeration, automated glass house systems including heating & ventilation, irrigation, co2, pumps & drainage.
  • Site project lead CAPEX.

Engineering Supervisor

IPL Ltd
Teynham, Kent
01.2013 - 01.2018
  • Deputised for Engineering Manager
  • Oversaw a team of 24 multidisciplined Engineers, 2 apprentices & 8 AM operatives across various shifts patterns.
  • Lead a continuous improvement team driving RCA, Kaizen, chronic & sporadic investigations to prevent reoccurring breakdowns & influence lean ways of working.
  • Implementation of 7 pillar Autonomous maintenance including training workshops.
  • Installation & Implementation of Line view OEE system.
  • Coach/ mentor x2 Apprentices
  • Implemented 5s
  • Lead high level CAPEX projects.
  • Site compliance ; PUWER, LOLER, LEGIONELLA, STATUTORY COMPLIANCE.
  • HACCP Committee
  • TACCP Committee
  • H&S Committee

Maintenance Engineer

IPL Ltd
Rainham, Kent
03.2011 - 12.2012
  • Managed stock control of spare parts to ensure minimal operational disruptions.
  • Maintained machinery by conducting routine checks and servicing.
  • Solved complex technical issues to maintain smooth operations.
  • Performed welding tasks, ensured durable repair works on machinery parts.
  • Collaborated with other engineers, resulted in efficient project completion.
  • Developed preventive maintenance schedules for improved machine longevity.
  • Adhered strictly to all company policies, maintained high professional standards at all times.
  • Carried out detailed breakdown analyses leading to reduced downtime.
  • Averted major production losses by identifying and fixing faults swiftly in machines.

Shift Engineer

Sweeep Kuusakoski
Sittingbourne, Kent
10.2010 - 02.2011
  • Improved plant efficiency by conducting routine checks and maintenance.
  • Collaborated on cross-functional teams to complete complex projects on time.
  • Coordinated with other shifts for smooth transition and continuity of operations.
  • Provided safe working environment by strictly following industry standards.
  • Delivered high-quality workmanship with attention to detail in repairs.
  • Utilised technical knowledge to optimise machine efficiency and longevity.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve project deadlines.
  • Implemented preventative maintenance schedules for long-term machine performance.
  • Maintained detailed shift reports, offering crucial insights for future improvements.
  • Performed root cause analyses for equipment failures, implementing corrective actions.

Apprentice mechanical fitter

Sweeep Kuusakoski
Sittingbourne, Kent
09.2006 - 10.2010
  • Studying Mechanical Engineering on day release.
  • Assist senior with day to day maintenance.
  • Assist site fabrication.
  • Assist site project works.
  • Onsite project works related to portfolio.
  • Light fabrication.

Education

Qualified Supervisor Qualification - Electrical Installations

Access Training
Tonbridge, Kent

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Access Training
Tonbridge, Kent

2391 Initial & periodic inspecting & Testing

Access Training
Tonbridge, Kent

PAT Testing

Access Training
Tonbridge, Kent

Part P Building Regulations

Access Training
Tonbridge, Kent

NVQ Level 3 - Mechanical Engineering

Mid Kent College
Maidstone, Kent

Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

MidKent College
Maidstone, Kent

City & Guilds PLS Circuits & Relays

IPS International
Rochester, Medway

City & Guilds Control Panel design & fault finding

IPS International
Rochester, Medway

Lean Six Sigma - Green Belt

Learning Lean

Project Management Framework

ASDA

Legionella Awareness

Fast track

COSHH

Fast track

IOSHH

Fastrack

HACCP Lvl 3

Fasttrack

TACCP Lvl 2

Fast track

Skills

  • Departmental strategy development
  • Employee motivation
  • Talent development
  • Project management proficiency
  • Departmental budget planning
  • Staff management
  • Key Performance Indicator monitoring
  • Six Sigma Certification
  • Compliance understanding

Accomplishments

  • 2013 - 2025 Implemented multiple CCMS Systems
  • Fluent user of CRM systems
  • 2017 Delivered 800K Project - Installation of fully automated packing Line.
  • 2018 Lead Continuous Improvement team introducing Kaizen & RCA ways of working.
  • 2022 Implemented Scalable strategy plan & delivered >3% growth in UK market share.



Timeline

Electrical Division Manager

AMG Facilities Management
05.2025 - Current

Engineering manager

Prinova Solutions Europe
01.2024 - 05.2025

Site Manager

Saga Robotics
07.2020 - 12.2023

Engineering Manager

S & A Produce
02.2018 - 06.2020

Engineering Supervisor

IPL Ltd
01.2013 - 01.2018

Maintenance Engineer

IPL Ltd
03.2011 - 12.2012

Shift Engineer

Sweeep Kuusakoski
10.2010 - 02.2011

Apprentice mechanical fitter

Sweeep Kuusakoski
09.2006 - 10.2010

Qualified Supervisor Qualification - Electrical Installations

Access Training

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Access Training

2391 Initial & periodic inspecting & Testing

Access Training

PAT Testing

Access Training

Part P Building Regulations

Access Training

NVQ Level 3 - Mechanical Engineering

Mid Kent College

Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

MidKent College

City & Guilds PLS Circuits & Relays

IPS International

City & Guilds Control Panel design & fault finding

IPS International

Lean Six Sigma - Green Belt

Learning Lean

Project Management Framework

ASDA

Legionella Awareness

Fast track

COSHH

Fast track

IOSHH

Fastrack

HACCP Lvl 3

Fasttrack

TACCP Lvl 2

Fast track
Sean ThomasElectrical Division Manager