Ian Whitworth
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Hardworking technical service engineer with a vast experience in all areas of engineering, electrical, electronic, mechanical and hydraulic. Also skilled in all ares of computing and computer technology.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Field Service Engineer
Generator Power Ltd
Normanton, England
2020.02 - Current
- Installing, servicing, emergency breakdowns
- Fault finding on industrial diesel generators and hybrid battery units
- Skilled with electrical/electronic systems, solar charging systems, and diesel engines, including all related control systems.
Diagnostic Technician
Sandal BMW
Huddersfield, England
2019.02 - 2020.02
- Fault finding using BMW diagnostic equipment and carrying out required repairs.
- Worked with Hybrid and electric vehicle systems, including charging systems and battery packs.
Vehicle Technician
The car empire
Bradford, England
2017.06 - 2019.02
- Repairs and servicing exotic cars of all types, specializing in Ferrari, Rolls Royce, and Lamborghini, Maybach, Porsche.
Technician Engineer
Mercedes benz
Huddersfield, England
2016.09 - 2017.06
- Fault finding and diagnostics using Mercedes Benz star diagnostic computer system
- Programming and replacing vehicle control units, wiring loom repairs, and fault finding.
Self Employed
CB Caravan servicing
Huddersfield, England
2016.04 - 2016.09
- Electrical fault finding, mechanical repairs, and damp repair work on caravans and motorhomes.
Self Employed-Mechanical Technician/ Mot tester
Willow Garage
Huddersfield, England
2008.07 - 2016.04
- Managing own garage and staff
- MOT testing
- Car servicing
- General repairs, diagnostic and fault finding
- Electrical repairs
Mechanical Technician
West Riding Toyota
Huddersfield, England
2007.01 - 2008.06
- General car dealership maintenance
- Fault finding, repairs, engine replacements
- MOT testing
Mechanical Technician/ Mot tester
Arnold Clark
Huddersfield, England
2006.07 - 2007.01
- General used car dealer mechanical repairs, fault finding, warranty work
Mechanical Technician/ Mot tester
Dixon Renault
Huddersfield, England
2003.01 - 2006.07
- General dealership mechanical jobs, servicing, warranty work, diagnostics, electrical fault finding
- Became a senior technician and MOT tester
Mechanical Technician
JB'S Autos
Yass, New South Wales , Australia
2001.01 - 2003.12
- Employed by a local garage in Australia, carrying out repairs on various vehicles
- Also repaired and maintained automated fruit and veg packing machines.
Mechanical Technician
Milnsbridge motor/body repair
Huddersfield, England
1993.01 - 2001.12
- Mechanic at father's business, performing body prep work and mechanical/electrical repairs on various vehicles.
Electrician
Metro Electric
Huddersfield, England
1992.01 - 1993.01
- Rewiring and fault finding residential and commercial businesses.
Education
City & Guilds (NVQ) 1, 2, 3 Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Huddersfield Technical College
Huddersfield, England 1994.07 - 1996.08
Skills
- Repairing electrical mechanical systems
- Paintless Dent Removal
- System and component replacement
- Fibreglass repairs and construction
- ARC, MIG, Gas Welding skills
- Testing and calibration
- Computer software repair
- Problem-solving
- Technical support
- Unit troubleshooting
- High level of fitness
Certification
- Vehicle diagnostic courses
- Electrical fault finding course
- Full UK driving licence
> Motorcycles
> Cars
> Vans
> Motorhomes
> Buses
> Commercial vehicles >7,500KG
Additional Information
Since leaving school, I have always had a great drive to learn as much as possible about anything technical, mechanical, and electrical. I am especially passionate about things that have a good meaning, use, or purpose to me and or other people. I have a very highly driven personality and thrive on pressure a challenges in my life. I am extremely enthusiastic about all things mechanical and electrical. I have a lifelong fascination with great inventions and people that make the world a better place.
Languages
English
Native
Accomplishments
- Founded and devoloped a successful vehicle repair garage and MOT station.
- Excelled at building a dedicated and efficient work force, trained to a high standard in every aspect of the motor trade.
Hobbies
- Fitness
- Swimming
- Motor racing
- Computing
- Music Production
- Planes & Aviation
Timeline
Field Service Engineer
Generator Power Ltd
2020.02 - Current
Diagnostic Technician
Sandal BMW
2019.02 - 2020.02
Vehicle Technician
The car empire
2017.06 - 2019.02
Technician Engineer
Mercedes benz
2016.09 - 2017.06
Self Employed
CB Caravan servicing
2016.04 - 2016.09
Self Employed-Mechanical Technician/ Mot tester
Willow Garage
2008.07 - 2016.04
Mechanical Technician
West Riding Toyota
2007.01 - 2008.06
Mechanical Technician/ Mot tester
Arnold Clark
2006.07 - 2007.01
Mechanical Technician/ Mot tester
Dixon Renault
2003.01 - 2006.07
Mechanical Technician
JB'S Autos
2001.01 - 2003.12
City & Guilds (NVQ) 1, 2, 3 Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Huddersfield Technical College
1994.07 - 1996.08
Mechanical Technician
Milnsbridge motor/body repair
1993.01 - 2001.12
Electrician
Metro Electric
1992.01 - 1993.01