I hold the Swiss Federal Certificate in Auto Mechanics. I have worked as a Garage Workshop Supervisor and also in Customer Service. My main areas of expertise are in the diagnosis of electrical and electronic systems, servicing and general maintenance of vehicles. I have also trained apprentices in the field of Auto Mechanics. I was awarded Autoteam Mechanic of the Year 2002/2003 by Ford Motor Company in Switzerland. I am currently reading for a BEng (Hons) Degree in Automotive Engineering at the University of Hertfordshire.







I hope to bring this experience and knowledge from my strong automotive past to any job offered to me. I believe I have more to learn and hope that my future job will bring technical challenges.

EXPERIENCE:

9/2002 - 6/2003

Gräub AG

Aarau, Aargau

Industry: Automotive/Parts

Workshop Supervisor

My main duties in this Ford A-Dealership included: delegation of work for mechanics, customer service, vehicle diagnostics, general repair and the servicing of vehicles. I was responsible for the successful start-up and speedy operation of the new Ford mechanical workshop of this Garage in 2002. Implemented thorough service plan which lead to 1st place position within 9 months awarded by Ford in Switzerland for the most completed vehicle recalls. During this time I was also awarded Autoteam Mechanic of the Year 2002/03 by Ford Motor Company in Switzerland. I was re-employed briefly during my university summer-break in 2005.

1/2000 - 8/2002

Garage Brack AG

Aarau, Aargau

Industry: Automotive/Parts

Assistant Workshop Supervisor

My main functions included: customer service, diagnostic cases, general repair and servicing of vehicles. I was also responsible for training apprentices and updating the automotive diagnostic equipment and computer software in the workshop.

2/1999 - 12/1999

Th. Willy AG, Auto Zentrum

Schlieren, Zürich

Industry: Automotive/Parts

Automotive Technician

Employed as an Auto- mechanic, I also held the position of Workshop Group Leader overseeing and training apprentices in a small group.

7/1998 - 10/1998

Swiss Army, Provisional Troops

Thun, Bern

Industry: Automotive/Parts

MilitaryMotor Mechanic

Basic military training then specialised training as a licensed driver/ mechanic/operator of light and heavy wheeled militaryvehicles and other machinery including engine-driven generator plants. Vehicles included: Mercedes Puch, Saurer 2DM, 6DM, 10DM and Bucher Duro. Theoretical training included in-depth Diesel Technology (BOSCH) and Air Brake Systems (European). During this time I was awarded with Camaraderie and Sports medals.

EDUCATION:

5/2007

BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering

UK-Hertfordshire-Hatfield

Bachelor's Degree

Year 3 Current Modules: Major Project, Vehicle Engineering Design, Mechanics & Properties of Materials, Motorsport Engineering, Thermofluid Mechanics & Heat Transfer, Vehicle Structural Analysis & Manufacture, Vibration, Noise & Vehicle Dynamics.



My Major Project is focusing on Condition Monitoring and Noise in Motor Vehicles.



Year 2 Modules examined: Analytical Techniques 2 (1st), Thermofluid Mechanics (1st), Computer-Aided Engineering and Structural Mechanics (1st), Dynamics, Instrumentation and Control Systems (1st), Vehicle Design and Aerodynamics (1st), Materials & Structures 2 (1st), Project Management & Product Development (1st).



Year 1 Modules examined: Introduction to Manufacturing Technology (1st), Materials & Electrical Science (1st), Automotive Technology & Business (1st), Introduction to Design (1st), Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics (1st), Mechanical Science (1st), Analytical Techniques 1 (2:1).



Year 0 Average overall grade (8 subjects): 1st

7/1998

Swiss Automotive Mechanic Apprenticeship

Switzerland-Zürich-Schlieren

Associate Degree

I was trained on both European and American Ford models in the largest Ford A-dealership and service-centre in Switzerland. Training involved thorough knowledge of and familiarity with all sections of the garage including: Customer Service, Spare Part Warehouse, Car Wash and Gas Station, Wrecker/Assistance Service, New Car Sales and Vehicle Valeting.

7/1994

Werkjahr - Berufswahlschule/ Integrationsklasse

Switzerland-Zürich-Zürich

Vocational

German language school combined with practical metalwork and woodwork classes.

7/1993

St. Jago High School

Jamaica-St. Catherine-Spanish Town

High School or equivalent

An accomplished total of 6 CXC and GCE O' Level subjects with overall pass grade of 1st.

AFFILIATIONS:

2/2006 - Present

IMechE

Affiliate (Student)

SKILLS:

Skill Name

Skill Level

Last Used/ Experience

Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint

Expert

Currently used/4 years

CAD (Solid Edge, AutoCAD, SolidWorks)

Intermediate

Currently used/3 years

Web-Publishing (Macromedia Flash, Dreamweaver, Win

Intermediate

1 year ago/4 years

Leadership and Organisational skills

Expert

Currently used/8 years

Interpersonal and Communication skills

Expert

Currently used/10 years

Teamworker

Expert

Currently used/10 years

Self motivated and demonstrates initiative

Expert

Currently used/10 years

Analysis Software (Matlab, PHOENICS, ANSYS, COSMOS

Beginner

1 year ago/3 years

LANGUAGES:

Languages

Proficiency Level

German

Fluent - Full Knowledge