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Simon Williams

Shoreham-by-Sea,West Sussex

Summary

Versatile electrical and mechanical technician with extensive expertise in electrical wiring, panel wiring, circuit installation, and bespoke panel fabrication. Proficient in interpreting circuit diagrams, diagnosing faults, and operating test equipment to build complex systems. Skilled in metal fabrication, welding, and hydraulic system repairs, with a strong background in machine maintenance and system upgrades. Adept at using vehicle diagnostic tools for engine maintenance, cambelt and clutch repairs, as well as brake testing. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and inspection skills while delivering high-quality results across diverse technical projects.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
2006
2006
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mechanical and electrical technician

Pyroban
Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex
10.2018 - 12.2024

Pyroban is a worldwide company offering explosion protection solutions for the materials handling industry, oil and gas applications and any business operating with hazardous areas.

  • Specialised in electrical wiring for forklift safety shutdown systems.
  • Crafted bespoke metal components for shutdown mechanisms
  • Maintained precise records using tablet app for photos and serial numbers

Mechanical fitter

Jankel Armouring
Rustington, West Sussex
12.2017 - 08.2018
  • Assembled rapid response vehicles efficiently as part of coordinated team
  • Efficiently resolved mechanical issues with minimal downtime
  • Ensured accurate fluid filling on vehicles post-production line as a mechanical fitter
  • Conducted brake tests on vehicle using roller and documented all results
  • Quality inspect on vehicles for bad paint, damaged or incorrectly installed part and check all paper work and check sheet are signed ready for sign off

Tempest 4 Cars

Tempest 4 Cars
Small Dole, West Sussex
01.2016 - 11.2017
  • Performed comprehensive car inspections and maintenance before sales
  • Performed vehicle repairs and servicing as required
  • Experienced in fault code scanning and injector coding using diagnostic equipment
  • Performed accurate wheel and tyre balancing for cars
  • Performed precision four-wheel alignment at Tempest 4 Cars

Vehicle technician

Safe n Sound
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
01.2011 - 01.2016
  • Maintained and repaired vehicles to meet safety and operational standards
  • Executed tyre replacement and wheel alignment services
  • Carried out installation of car alarms with precision to meet customer and manufacturer specifications
  • Designed and installed bespoke sound systems
  • Conducted breakdown and recovery services around the clock as Vehicle Technician
  • Performed clutch and cambelt replacement in vehicle technician role

Mechanical technician

Austec Racing
Crawley, West Sussex
01.2010 - 12.2011
  • Diagnosed and repaired brake systems, cam belts and clutches with precision
  • Performed welding on automotive chassis and bodywork
  • Assembled and optimised engine components to meet mechanical performance
  • Conducted engine dyno tests as mechanical technician
  • Specialised in Toyota Supra mechanics and maintenance

Electrical maintenance technician

Mitie
Portsmouth, Hampshire
01.2007 - 07.2010
  • Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
  • Identified potential equipment faults for swift resolution through diligent diagnostic tests.
  • Conducted risk analyses and followed health and safety protocols.
  • Operated electrical measuring devices appropriately, including analysers, amp metres and voltmeters.

Electrical maintenance technician

Mitie Facilities Management
Portsmouth, Hampshire
12.2007 - 01.2010
  • Ensured prompt response to emergency breakdowns, minimising downtime.
  • Performed proactive electrical repairs to minimise downtime and maintain safety standards
  • Demonstrated proficiency in using hand and power tools, contributing to efficient task completion.
  • Performed 24-hour callout as Electrical Maintenance Technician

Electrical improver

Malcolm Hitchman electrical
Everleigh, Wiltshire
08.2003 - 07.2006
  • Gained experience as electrical improver on diverse building projects
  • new builds, rewires, office block, wheelhouses and carpark
  • Demonstrated ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments

Education

GCSEs -

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Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex

Skills

Electrical Technician

  • Panel wiring
  • Circuit diagram interpretation
  • Circuit installation
  • Test equipment operation
  • Complex system builds
  • Electrical wiring
  • Diagnosis and fault finding
  • Soldering techniques
  • Teamwork
  • Electrical fault finding

Metal Fabrication

  • Welding and metal fabrication
  • Bespoke panel fabrication
  • Metal bending
  • Machine maintenance
  • Hydraulics experience

Mechanical Technician

  • System upgrades
  • Brake testing
  • Hydraulic system repairs
  • Inspection skills
  • Engine maintenance
  • Cambelts
  • Clutches
  • Vehicle diagnostic tools usage

Affiliations

  • 3d printing
  • Fusion 360(CAD) designing car parts and various item
  • Motor sport
  • Classic cars
  • Building and reparing computers
  • off roading
  • work in car in my free time at my garage

Certification

  • Full uk driving licence
  • Manual lifting slings training
  • Overhead gantry crane training
  • Pallet stacker training
  • Counter balance forklift training (In house training with pyroban)
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Timeline

Mechanical and electrical technician

Pyroban
10.2018 - 12.2024

Mechanical fitter

Jankel Armouring
12.2017 - 08.2018

Tempest 4 Cars

Tempest 4 Cars
01.2016 - 11.2017

Vehicle technician

Safe n Sound
01.2011 - 01.2016

Mechanical technician

Austec Racing
01.2010 - 12.2011

Electrical maintenance technician

Mitie Facilities Management
12.2007 - 01.2010

Electrical maintenance technician

Mitie
01.2007 - 07.2010

Electrical improver

Malcolm Hitchman electrical
08.2003 - 07.2006

GCSEs -

kings manor
Simon Williams