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Simon Bennett

Sandy,Bedfordshire

Summary

Conscientious technician capable of driving efficiency and on-time project delivery. Bringing 20 years of Motorsport experience and proven abilities in performing accurate work according to technical specifications. Team player with demonstrated ability to follow organisational policies and procedures.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work history

Assembly technician

Redbull Powertrains
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
04.2024 - Current
  • Carry out detailed disassembly of components, post running after either failure of time lined investigations.
  • Carry out service work on various PUs on Dyno.
  • replace components during scheduled run plans on Dyno.
  • Carry out detailed disassembly of power units etc ,post dyno or track failure.
  • Weekly Health and Safety inspections of the engine disassembly department.

Assembly Technician

Mercedes-amg High Performance Powertrains
Brixworth, Northamptonshire
09.2016 - 04.2024
  • Duties to include:-
  • Post Race Servicing and Inspections.
  • Final Inspection prior to shipping.
  • Full PU disassembly post Dyno/Race use.
  • Sub-system changes.
  • Non destructive testing.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to establish and maintain best practice standards.
  • Attend event pre season testing and TPC events with Mercedes and Maclaren.

Workshop Manager

Rage Motorsport ltd
Dunstable, Bedfordshire
09.2013 - 09.2016
  • Facilitated smooth workshop operations, ensuring accurate recording of all activities in a bespoke On/Off Road Vehicle production company.
  • Organising a daily workloads for a team of staff.
  • Build time schedules and planning.
  • Shakedown and testing either track or off road prior to delivery.
  • Race support, training then customer handover with instruction of use etc.


Roadside Vehicle Technician

Automobile Association
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
01.2011 - 08.2013
  • Roadside Technician for the AA.
  • Dealing with vehicle breakdowns.
  • Fault diagnosis and repair.
  • Recovery to member destination.

Race/Rally Technician

Self-Employed
Royston, Hertfordshire
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Technical/Mechanical support for various championships in the uk and around the world. Including BRC and WTCC.
  • To build and test 4 vehicles, then prepare to compete in the Dakar rally.2009 McRea Enduro
  • Build prepare and test 6 Rage buggies to compete in the Dakar rally 2010.
  • Post Dakar to rebuild in factory as required.

Number 1 Technician

Ray Mallock ltd
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
01.2005 - 11.2008
  • Build/Preparation Chevrolet World Touring Car.
  • Complete Chassis and build prep and set up.
  • Post race re-prepare and set up
  • Organise ,train and motivate the car crew always to be the best.
  • 3 seasons with many race wins.

Technician

Motorsport Developments ltd
Milton Keynes , Buckinghamshire
04.1998 - 09.2003

BTCC No 3 Technician Peugeot

WRC No 2 Technician Hyundai F2

WRC No 1 Technician Hyundai Wrc

Workshop Foreman/mechanic

Guise motors ltd
Husborne Crawley, Central Bedfordshire
05.1986 - 04.1998

General mechanic/foreman duties in a busy 24 hour breakdown and recovery garage.

Light Vehicle Technician(Apprentice)

Tc Harrison ltd
Rotherham, South Yorkshire
03.1982 - 04.1986
  • Used mechanic's tools and shop equipment with safety and accuracy.
  • Attended all company and manufacturer training to increase knowledge.
  • Observed senior mechanics completing major repairs.
  • Took advantage of opportunities to learn new systems and repair procedures.
  • Kept personal appearance and all work areas neat and professional.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Inspected customer vehicles for wear, tear and damage from accidents.

Education

Granville College of Further Education

Ray Mallock Ltd

GCSE -

High Green Comprehensive School

Skills

  • Organised and methodical
  • High attention to detail
  • Proactive initiative
  • Strong team player

Custom

Reference available upon request.

Affiliations

  • Anything on two wheels,Off road motorcycling mountain biking,road biking,Camping and travel.

Timeline

Assembly technician

Redbull Powertrains
04.2024 - Current

Assembly Technician

Mercedes-amg High Performance Powertrains
09.2016 - 04.2024

Workshop Manager

Rage Motorsport ltd
09.2013 - 09.2016

Roadside Vehicle Technician

Automobile Association
01.2011 - 08.2013

Race/Rally Technician

Self-Employed
01.2009 - 01.2011

Number 1 Technician

Ray Mallock ltd
01.2005 - 11.2008

Technician

Motorsport Developments ltd
04.1998 - 09.2003

Workshop Foreman/mechanic

Guise motors ltd
05.1986 - 04.1998

Light Vehicle Technician(Apprentice)

Tc Harrison ltd
03.1982 - 04.1986

Granville College of Further Education

Ray Mallock Ltd

GCSE -

High Green Comprehensive School
Simon Bennett