Troy Irwin
Gloucester,Gloucestershire
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Intersite Driver Gloucester Equipment Loan Service
GCC
Gloucester
2025.05 - Current
- Perform multi-drop van deliveries and collections of medical equipment across two GELS sites and all hospitals in Gloucestershire.
- Prepare vans for daily operation by conducting rigorous safety checks, monitoring fluid levels and tyre pressures, and coordinating maintenance repairs with the logistics team leader.
- Optimize vehicle loading and route planning to maintain high standards of efficiency and reliability for all deliveries and collections.
- Manage equipment collections in the field, including the assessment and addition of further items required by service users.
- Strictly adhere to infection control and personal protection guidelines to ensure a safe, professional standard of care.
- Work closely with the rest of the team, supporting colleagues with disabilities or special needs to fix any issues that pop up and keep the service running smoothly.
- Follow standard warehouse procedures for handling, storing, and preparing equipment for distribution.
- Use a handheld scanner correctly and accurately to track equipment and manage deliveries.
- Clearly complete and organize all relevant paperwork to keep records up to date.
- Utilised geographic knowledge of the county
Study
Alison
2024.10 - 2025.05
- I earned a diploma in electrical engineering through Alison’s online studies program, which provided a comprehensive and flexible learning experience.
Production Welder
GTEM
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
2024.12 - 2025.01
- Robotics Maintenance: Conducted daily inspections of welding robots to ensure optimal performance, minimizing downtime and improving production efficiency.
- Metal and Weld Inspection: Evaluated metal components and welds for defects, ensuring adherence to strict quality standards.
- Quality Control: Performed comprehensive quality checks on welded parts, maintaining compliance with industry specifications and company requirements.
- Target-Driven Performance: Consistently met production and quality targets across multiple robotic systems, contributing to company efficiency goals.
- Quality Assurance: Performed first-off inspections to verify setup accuracy and initial weld quality, followed by periodic quality checks on every 100th part and final inspections to ensure all components consistently met rigorous standards.
Vehicle delivery driver
FPC Elite
Nationwide
2024.07 - 2024.10
- Delivered vehicles nationwide, ensuring safe and timely deliveries through route planning and communication with drivers and management.
- Documented vehicle damage with photographs and reported it upon collection to protect against customer complaints.
- Informed customers of any damage found, following damage cost allowance guidelines.
- Conducted thorough vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness and safety.
- Met strict delivery deadlines, averaging 2,500 miles per week.
- Collaborated with teams, delivering co-workers and ensuring safe vehicle pickups.
- Managed mileage, fueling, and costs efficiently, retaining all receipts for documentation.
- Drove electric vehicles to optimize range and planned charging stops.
- Worked 12-20 hour days.
Contract Vehicle Mechanic
Recruitment Boutique
Gloucester
2023.11 - 2024.04
- Carried out services, recalls, used car checks, electrical diagnostics, body work repair, and various other maintenance on a variety of vehicles and brands depending on the business requirements.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with departments to streamline workflows and ensure efficient completion of tasks.
- Facilitated communication and coordination between teams to achieve project goals effectively and enhance overall productivity.
2023.04 - 2023.11
- Decided to take some time off and explore my other interests, build 2 of my project cars from the ground up and stripped another car I had for parts
- Assisted building some of my friends’ cars, fitting body kits and fixing various issues
- Took some time to enjoy photography, went to various private shoots and events
- Started an online web design business and sold it
End of line rework
Aston Martin
Gloucester
2021.12 - 2023.03
- Fitted seals, tailgates, and weather strips on DBX models to strict manufacturing specs; refined water testing process and advised on torque adjustments working to 1mm tolerances.
- Led detailed rework including component fitting (e.g. bumpers, seats, looms, centre consoles) using drawings and diagrams.
- Identified and resolved production issues; supported design engineers in root cause analysis and quality improvements.
- Promoted to lead the new 'Cladding' process on DBX 707 models, fitting side skirts and spoilers within tight tolerances.
- Managed and trained a 6-person team, eventually training over 20 staff; produced progress and quality reports for management.
- Worked across departments including MVEC, Underbody, and Camera Set; performed complex component fitting and vehicle alignment processes.
- Recognised by executive leadership for initiative, problem-solving, and meeting critical deadlines under pressure.
Critical User Service in Democratic Services
Gloucestershire County Council
Gloucester
2021.06 - 2021.12
- Provided tech support to County Councillors, resolving issues with iPads, phones, and Blackberry Works apps (e.g. logins, passwords, admin codes).
- Installed and demonstrated equipment in councillors’ homes; ensured full understanding before leaving.
- Maintained council chamber AV systems, supported livestreaming, and assisted during large council meetings.
- Used WebEx and managed conference screen setups; handled general admin duties (emails, printing, room booking).
- Supported NHS with confidential presentations outside regular hours.
- Adapted quickly to a non-technical work environment and built strong working relationships through clear communication.
Travelling Vehicle Technician
Boutique
2020.09 - 2021.01
- Provided mobile support at multiple Bristol Street Motors locations, performing services, brakes, PDIs, diagnostics, recalls, and warranty repairs.
- Worked across a wide range of brands including Hyundai, Ford, Peugeot, KIA, Renault, Nissan, Mitsubishi, Audi, VW, and Honda.
- Adapted quickly to new workshop environments and maintained high service standards at each site.
Vehicle Technician
Heritage Skoda
Gloucester
2020.02 - 2020.07
- Carried out routine servicing and maintenance on customer vehicles, ensuring all work met manufacturer standards.
- Completed pre-delivery and used car inspections, including road tests, diagnostics, and safety checks.
- Performed brake system replacements, mechanical/electrical diagnostics, tyre changes, and alignments (Hunter system).
- Created video reports for customers to explain identified faults and completed repairs.
- Ordered quality parts, maintained a clean and safe workshop, and stored tools securely.
- Prepared warranty and DISS reports while supporting team workflow in high-pressure environments.
- Delivered and collected vehicles from customers’ homes or workplaces, ensuring excellent service throughout.
Vehicle Technician
National Tyres and Autocare
Cheltenham
2019.11 - 2020.02
- Performed routine servicing, health checks, and diagnostics.
- Fitted and re-coded TPMS sensors; carried out tyre changes and wheel alignments (Hunter system).
- Repaired suspension and exhaust systems using appropriate tools (e.g. spring compressors).
- Advised customers on vehicle issues and preventative maintenance.
- Collaborated with team under high-pressure conditions to maintain service quality and efficiency.
Vehicle Dismantler
Synetiq
Gloucester
2019.07 - 2019.11
- Safely dismantled vehicles (including hybrid/electric) following hazardous waste and health & safety protocols.
- Removed and processed engines, batteries, and customer-requested parts from a wide range of vehicles (e.g. Mercedes, BMW, Land Rover).
- Averaged 7 vehicles per day while maintaining high safety standards in forklift-heavy environments.
- Assisted team with heavy lifting, tool handling, and machine troubleshooting.
Vehicle Technician
SMH Vehicle Solutions
Gloucester
2019.06 - 2019.07
- Carried out full vehicle servicing: oil/filter changes, fluid checks, suspension, brakes, and steering assessments.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical/electrical faults; used Snap-on diagnostics for fault-finding.
- Completed wear-and-tear replacements (brake pads, discs, tyres, exhausts) and handled minor factory recalls (e.g. Nissan BCM issues).
- Conducted standard inspections and associated documentation within manufacturer timeframes.
- Maintained clean, hazard-free workspaces and adhered to health & safety protocols.
- Performed specialty tasks such as removing beacons from BT vans prior to resale.
Education
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Alison
2024.10 - 2024.10
Driving Course Report - Advanced Driving
Drivers Domain
Gloucester 2020.01 -
IMI Level 3 - Motor Vehicle
Gloucester College
Gloucester 2018.01 -
Online Course - Advanced theory
Drive iQ
Gloucester 2018.01 -
IMI Level 2 - Motor Vehicle
Gloucester College
Gloucester 2017.01 -
GCSEs -
Millbrook Academy
Gloucester 2016.01 -
Skills
- Level 1 factory drivers license
- Manual handling
- Vehicle inspection
- Mechanical testing
- Vehicle fault identification
- Vehicle electrics
- Light vehicle servicing
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Adaptability
- Proactive
- Eye for detail
- Time keeping
- Problem solving
- Collaboration
- Professionalism
- Personal Skills
- Punctuality and reliability
- Multi-drop routes
- Route and journey planning
- Re-routing
- Communication
- Emails
- Admin
Certification
- Level 2 Light vehicle technician
- Level 3 Light vehicle technician
- Electrical studies Diploma
- Class B Drivers licence
- Level 1 Factory drivers license
- Advanced driving
INTERESTS
Going out with friends, Travelling around the country, Building project cars, Photography, Attending car events, Buy and sell
Timeline
Intersite Driver Gloucester Equipment Loan Service
GCC
2025.05 - Current
Production Welder
GTEM
2024.12 - 2025.01
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Alison
2024.10 - 2024.10
Study
Alison
2024.10 - 2025.05
Vehicle delivery driver
FPC Elite
2024.07 - 2024.10
Contract Vehicle Mechanic
Recruitment Boutique
2023.11 - 2024.04
2023.04 - 2023.11
End of line rework
Aston Martin
2021.12 - 2023.03
Critical User Service in Democratic Services
Gloucestershire County Council
2021.06 - 2021.12
Travelling Vehicle Technician
Boutique
2020.09 - 2021.01
Vehicle Technician
Heritage Skoda
2020.02 - 2020.07
Driving Course Report - Advanced Driving
Drivers Domain
2020.01 -
Vehicle Technician
National Tyres and Autocare
2019.11 - 2020.02
Vehicle Dismantler
Synetiq
2019.07 - 2019.11
Vehicle Technician
SMH Vehicle Solutions
2019.06 - 2019.07
IMI Level 3 - Motor Vehicle
Gloucester College
2018.01 -
Online Course - Advanced theory
Drive iQ
2018.01 -
IMI Level 2 - Motor Vehicle
Gloucester College
2017.01 -
GCSEs -
Millbrook Academy
2016.01 -