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Sergio Cabral

Ementh,Norfolk

Summary

Multi-skilled engineer with over 11 years of experience in mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance within fast-paced FMCG environments. Demonstrated expertise in leading engineering teams, coordinating contractors, and diagnosing complex faults. Achieved significant reductions in downtime through effective planned preventive maintenance (PPM) strategies. Committed to maintaining high engineering standards and ensuring safety compliance.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4035
4035
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Senior Engineer

Greenvale AP
March, Cambridgeshire
03.2021 - Current

Implemented cost reduction initiatives to minimise downtime and maintain quality standards.

Provided engineering support for production and maintenance activities, maximising output.

Delivered operator training to team leaders, enhancing production goals and operational guidelines.

Led project work, ensuring timely completion while upholding high-quality standards.

Managed team performance and progress to drive efficiency and productivity.

Maintained cleanliness of work area by adhering to 'clean as you go' practices.

Developed and maintained risk assessments and permit systems for engineering tasks.

Promoted LEAN principles to improve production capacity, quality, and reliability.

Relief senior

Greenvale AP
March, Cambridgeshire
08.2020 - 03.2021

Provided senior engineering cover during colleague absences, coordinating daily team operations.

Oversaw all statutory and PPM maintenance activities, ensuring adherence to high standards.

Conducted regular staff assessments to enhance performance and project efficiency.

Performed general maintenance to guarantee equipment functionality and safety.

Implemented innovative methods to align with company goals and improve development processes.

Maintained accurate records in compliance with internal maintenance procedures.

Delegated priorities and tasks effectively to engineers, ensuring adherence to project schedules.

Ensured team compliance with safety standards and relevant regulations.

Multi skilled engineer

Greenvale AP
March, Cambridgeshire
06.2013 - 08.2020

Collaborated within a dedicated engineering team to enhance technical standards and knowledge.

Executed mechanical and instrumental installations, coordinating projects and contractors on site.

Reduced downtime through effective scheduled maintenance and quick fault diagnosis.

Maintained reliability of machinery by ensuring adequate stock of critical parts.

Provided training and support to machine operators, mentoring new apprentices and technicians.

Held IEMS qualification, responsible for resolving electrical faults across the facility.

Completed fabrication tasks to high standards, adhering to health and safety regulations.

Ensured compliance with COSHH and PPE guidelines for workplace safety.

Apprentice engineer

Greenvale AP
March, Cambridgeshire
06.2011 - 06.2013

Achieved BTEC distinction* in two-year engineering qualification.

Developed confidence as an engineer while managing compressors and refrigeration units.

Maintained and diagnosed faults on production machinery to ensure operational efficiency.

Acquired basic fabrication skills, enhancing overall technical expertise.

Team Leader

Greenvale AP
March, Cambridgeshire
04.2009 - 06.2011

Managed a team of 60 personnel, including line leaders and quality control operators.

Fostered professional relationships to facilitate effective issue resolution.

Motivated teams through regular encouragement and organised team-building activities.

Led staff meetings to delegate tasks and communicate shifting priorities.

Conducted thorough quality inspections to ensure compliance with production targets.

Trained and supervised teams to achieve production goals effectively.

Provided constructive feedback based on quality assurance measures to uphold standards.

Monitored operations closely to maintain adherence to health and safety regulations.

Line Leader

Greenvale AP
March, Cambridgeshire
08.2008 - 04.2009

Managed a team of five, ensuring efficient operation of production line.

Completed and organised paperwork for production targets while addressing encountered issues.

Monitored machinery and team performance to maintain operational efficiency.

Ensured compliance with health and safety standards through vigilant observation of operations.

Resolved production line issues swiftly, implementing effective problem-solving strategies.

Education

Industrial Electrical Maintenance Skills -

The college of west Anglia
Kings Lynn

BTEC Engineering -

The college of west Anglia
Wisbech

Skills

    Technical fault finding and problem solving

    Quality control and assurance

    Task delegation and assignment

    Root cause analysis

    Technical training and mentoring

    Contractor management

    Engineering repairs and maintenance

    Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting

    Machine calibration and PPM

    Fabrication and welding skills

    Forklift and mobile platform operation

    Confined space safety training

    Maintenance engineering expertise

    Electrical engineering proficiency

    Hand and power tool usage

    Microsoft Office applications proficiency

    Bilingual: Portuguese and English




Timeline

Senior Engineer

Greenvale AP
03.2021 - Current

Relief senior

Greenvale AP
08.2020 - 03.2021

Multi skilled engineer

Greenvale AP
06.2013 - 08.2020

Apprentice engineer

Greenvale AP
06.2011 - 06.2013

Team Leader

Greenvale AP
04.2009 - 06.2011

Line Leader

Greenvale AP
08.2008 - 04.2009

Industrial Electrical Maintenance Skills -

The college of west Anglia

BTEC Engineering -

The college of west Anglia
Sergio Cabral