· B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering

· Postgraduate Diploma in Computer-Aided Engineering

· Quality Assurance qualifications

· Computer literate, with knowledge of various Microsoft packages, including Excel, Word and Access,

· CAD packages, Expert Cad and AutoCAD.

· Numerate and literate, and with the ability to express ideas and findings verbally and in writing

· Researching, analysing and evaluating information

· A methodical, accurate and logical approach to work, paying thorough attention to detail

· Thorough awareness of health and safety

2006 - 2007 BIB Cochran Ltd., Lincoln

Design Draughtsman - Packaged Boilers

· Drawing using ExpertCad

· Conversion to, and issuing of AutoCad drawings

· Adapting designs to customer requirements

· Compiling parts lists

2003 - 2006 ME Engineering Ltd, Grantham

Quality Management Representative, H&S Adviser, Contract Support Engineer

· Administration of Quality System

· Compilation / supervision of contract data books

· Customer contract liaison

· Supplier site inspection

1991 - 2004 BIB Cochran Ltd., Lincoln

(Formerly Beel Industrial Boilers plc)

2002 - 2003 Design Draughtsman/ Engineer-Pressure Vessels

· Design calculations, drawing using ExpertCad

1991 - 2002 Assistant Quality Manager

· Initially Project Co-ordinator for Quality Assurance

· Reviewed customer specifications

· Compiled contract - specific procedures, quality plans etc.

· Liased with customers and inspection authorities

· Conducted internal auditing

· Maintained supplier and calibration registers

· Verified material certification

· Controlled issue of plates and pipes

· Carried out risk assessments and safety inspections

1984 - 1991 Mitel Ltd., Lincoln (Formerly Marconi Electronic Devices Ltd.)

1987-1991Quality Engineer

· Audited test area

· Responsible for approval of procedures

· Collated databooks

· Supervised Quality Assurance final test personnel

1984-1987Senior Equipment Engineer

· Specified, designed, procured and installed process and test equipment, both out- purchased and in-house

· Supervised two draughtsmen/engineers and two craftsmen

1979 - 1984 Ruston - Bucyrus Ltd., Lincoln

Project Engineer - Hydraulics

· Responsible for the specification and design of hydraulic systems and components for hydraulic excavators

· Compiled test specifications

· Some test engineer duties and structural design

1978 - 1979 Kontak Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Grantham

Project Engineer - Design

· Designed flow control valves, self-seal couplings and braking system components

1966 - 1978 Clayton Dewandre Co., Lincoln

1969-1978Designer

· Designed pneumatic and hydraulic valves, activators and accumulators - commercial vehicle brake systems

1968-1969Draughtsman

1966-1968 Technician - Development shop

2001TUV - UKQA

IS09000: 2000 Awareness Workshop

1998 North Lincolnshire College

Internal Audit Course

Microsoft Word, Excel and Access courses

1997 North Lincolnshire College

NEBOSH Certificate in Health and Safety

Doncaster College

Institute of Quality Assurance - Introduction to Quality Assurance

1984 Coventry Polytechnic

Postgraduate Diploma in Computer - Aided Engineering

1963 - 1966 Sheffield University

B.Eng - Mechanical Engineering

1956 - 1963 North Kesteven Grammar School, Lincoln

3 'A' Levels

7 G.C.E. 'O' Levels