Warren Close
Winchester,Hampshire
Summary
Mechanical fitter with 20 years of experience across mining, oil/gas, entertainment, and FMCG industries. Expertise in mechanical systems, technical skills, and safety protocols. Skilled in hand tools and machinery, committed to enhancing operational efficiency and reliability.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work history
Honing
Perfect Bore
Andover, Hampshire
2025.01 - 2026.02
- Monitored gauges and dials, ensuring optimal operation conditions.
- Provided training to new recruits, improving team competence.
- Enhanced longevity of machines through regular oiling and cleaning.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues, minimising downtime.
- Cleared debris and waste from working areas, maintaining safe conditions.
- Disposed of cutting waste material for clean and tidy work spaces.
Mechanical Fitter
Omni Heat And Power
London
2021.09 - 2022.12
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
- Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
- Drilled and tapped holes for installation of studs.
- Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks. Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to manoeuvre parts and machinery.
Machine Operator/Driver
Glendale London England
Heathrow, Hillingdon
2020.10 - 2021.09
- Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
- Maintained assigned equipment and performed daily inspections to increase equipment longevity and cut costs. Lubricated parts and performed minor maintenance to improve machine function.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
Logistics Assistant/driver
Prodrive. London
2019.01 - 2020.08
- Off loading off pallets and stacking load through X-ray machine in Bonded warehouse.
- Forklift operations, strapping down kit.
- Loading high specification racing cars on to air side pallets.
- Conducted thorough inspections of received goods, guaranteeing quality control.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments to prevent discrepancies.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations whilst handling heavy machinery in warehouse.
- Worked with warehouse teams to plan and execute efficient storage strategies.
Service Fitter
4 Maintenance Engineers Virginia Water England.
2018.04 - 2018.07
- Followed established safety rules, OSHA guidelines and company safety policies and procedures.
- Conducted service appointments to diagnose and fix problems.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventative and emergency maintenance needs.
Air conditioning Fitter
Ice Technical Services Warrington UK
2017.01 - 2018.04
- Installed Air source heat pumps, motors and other components in accordance with design specifications.
- Serviced units in residential and commercial Air source pumps customers.
- Performed all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
- Maintained safe workplace for employees and personnel during projects.
- Unloaded and loaded truck supplies and equipment using proper hoisting techniques to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Reported problems with company tools and vehicles to crew foreman for quick resolution.
Night Subsea Engineer
North Atlantic Drilling Aberdeen,Scotland
2012.06 - 2013.07
- Performed pressure tests and operation test to run Bop stack.
- Lubricated and function tested hydraulic connectors, rams, gate valves so comply with API regulations.
- Assisted with project planning and building procedures.
Assistant Subsea Engineer
C-Mar Aberdeen,Scotland.
2008.06 - 2012.06
- Travelled world wide participating and overseeing repairs in annular, gate vales, connectors and all associated drill through equipment.
- Project work in yards on new builds and in between well repairs.
- Rigging,pressure testing, hand tools,making new hydraulic hoses.
Assistant Subsea Engineer
Larsen oil and gas Aberdeen,Scotland
2007.02 - 2008.06
- Conducted hydraulic operational and tests on marine machinery to diagnose faulty apparatus and equipment.
- Oversaw semi submersibles maintenance schedules on behalf of clients to maintain optimal efficiency and performance.
- Assessed project requirements and researched feasibility to determine optimal strategies.
- Minimised safety risks with thorough inspections and maintenance schedules.
- Assessed damage to advanced equipment, taking action to prevent reoccurrence.
Education
Standard 8 - Academia
Sandown High School
Sandton,Gauteng 12/1980 - 12/1982
Fitting And Machining Level 1 - Fitting/Machining
Witbank Technical College
Witbank 1986.09 - 12/1986
Fitting And Machining Level 2 - Fitting/Machining
Witbank Technical College
Witbank 1987.09 - 12/1987
Skills
- Breakdowns and repairs
- Vessel maintenance
- Bolt torque and tensioning
- Shutdown management
- Preventative maintenance
- Hand tool proficiency
- Lubrication techniques
- Non-coded welding
- Bearing fitting
- Machinery carefulness
- Torque wrench usage
- Proficient tool use
- Experienced with Hytorc
- Mechanical aptitude
Timeline
Honing
Perfect Bore
2025.01 - 2026.02
Mechanical Fitter
Omni Heat And Power
2021.09 - 2022.12
Machine Operator/Driver
Glendale London England
2020.10 - 2021.09
Logistics Assistant/driver
Prodrive. London
2019.01 - 2020.08
Service Fitter
4 Maintenance Engineers Virginia Water England.
2018.04 - 2018.07
Air conditioning Fitter
Ice Technical Services Warrington UK
2017.01 - 2018.04
Night Subsea Engineer
North Atlantic Drilling Aberdeen,Scotland
2012.06 - 2013.07
Assistant Subsea Engineer
C-Mar Aberdeen,Scotland.
2008.06 - 2012.06
Assistant Subsea Engineer
Larsen oil and gas Aberdeen,Scotland
2007.02 - 2008.06
Fitting And Machining Level 2 - Fitting/Machining
Witbank Technical College
1987.09 - 12/1987
Fitting And Machining Level 1 - Fitting/Machining
Witbank Technical College
1986.09 - 12/1986
Standard 8 - Academia
Sandown High School
12/1980 - 12/1982