Stuart Davies
Basingstoke,Hampshire
Summary
Accomplished Mechanical and Building Services Engineer with strong grounding in reliability engineering, asset management, and project delivery, and a clear commitment to energy efficiency and sustainable operation of building services. Experienced in maintaining and improving critical infrastructure, including optimising ventilation and HVAC systems to align operation with demand and reduce energy waste. Proven ability to engage internal stakeholders and coordinate multidisciplinary teams. Recognised for clear communication, analytical problem solving, and mentoring of new and less experienced engineers. Has acted in an Engineering Manager capacity when required, supporting operational and compliance driven objectives. Active CIBSE student member, working towards Incorporated Engineer (IEng) registration via a degree apprenticeship, anticipated 2026.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Maintenance and Reliability Engineer
AWE
Aldermaston, West Berkshire
2024.12 - Current
- Ensures compliance with regulatory standards to enhance safety for staff and equipment.
- Submits performance reports, identifying shortfalls and facilitating improvement actions.
- Monitors and assesses operational data to gauge plant performance.
- Enhanced plant performance with implementation of predictive maintenance techniques.
- Advises stakeholders on engineering practises and techniques regarding both asset and risk management.
- Leads root cause analysis investigations for resolution of recurring issues.
- Provides technical support to team members, enhancing their problem solving capabilities.
- Established preventive maintenance schedules, reducing unexpected breakdowns significantly and improving overall system performance.
- Promoted energy efficiency by implementing demand‑driven operating schedules for ventilation plant, ensuring systems operated in line with actual occupancy and process demand, delivering significant annual energy savings.
Facility Engineer
AWE
Aldermaston, West Berkshire
2020.06 - 2024.12
- Implemented energy saving measures, resulting in reduced operational costs.
- Provided technical support for facility related issues, leading to improved functionality.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining up to date knowledge of relevant laws and standards.
- Developed preventative maintenance schedules, extending the life of essential plant.
- Created detailed technical drawings outlining key engineering specifications for P&IDs.
- Evaluated product performance and advised on improvement strategies.
- Facilitated asset change requests for system and plant replacements and design improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
Mechanical Craft Practitioner
AWE
Aldermaston, West Berkshire
2007.08 - 2020.06
- Completed advanced mechanical apprenticeship, transitioning into direct labour maintenance team. (2007-2011)
- Worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members leading to improved maintenance delivery.
- Supervised a small team of practitioners, ensuring effective service delivery in the absence of the permanent supervisor.
- Maintained AP(m) status throughout engineering career, demonstrating unwavering commitment to excellence.
- Performed complex maintenance tasks on a nuclear licensed site to uphold regulatory compliance and operational integrity.
- Executed mechanical isolations across various mechanical systems to facilitate routine maintenance and address breakdowns.
- Collaborated with team members to draft detailed risk assessments and maintenance instructions, utilising industry standards and best practices.
Education
Ordinary National Certificate (ONC) - Mechanical Engineering
Newbury College
Newbury, West Berkshire 2008.09 - 2010.09
Higher National Certificate (HNC) - Mechanical Engineering
Newbury College
Newbury, West Berkshire 2010.09 - 2012.09
BEng (Hons) - Building Services
London South Bank University
City of london 2021.09 - 2026.01
Skills
- Root Cause Analysis
- Mechanical Engineering principles
- Project Management
- Effective communicator
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Coaching, mentoring and management of staff
- Building Services Engineering
- Internal stakeholder management
Timeline
Maintenance and Reliability Engineer
AWE
2024.12 - Current
BEng (Hons) - Building Services
London South Bank University
2021.09 - 2026.01
Facility Engineer
AWE
2020.06 - 2024.12
Higher National Certificate (HNC) - Mechanical Engineering
Newbury College
2010.09 - 2012.09
Ordinary National Certificate (ONC) - Mechanical Engineering
Newbury College
2008.09 - 2010.09
Mechanical Craft Practitioner
AWE
2007.08 - 2020.06