Jan 07, 2026

  • Mechanical Fitter / Team Leader
  • Bracken Lodge, Croxton Road, Kirmington, Lincolnshire, DN39 6YL
Fixed Term Contract Engineering Manufacturing Skilled Labor Transportation Warehouse

Personal Summary

I am a time-served, multi-skilled Mechanical Fitter with 19 years of experience in a well-established global engineering company and 20 years of experience in the Nuclear energy industry. I am adaptable and flexible, with extensive experience in many aspects of engineering. I excel in both team settings and working independently, with a proven track record of excellent timekeeping and work performance. For 8 years until January 2022, I led a specialist team as a blading team leader for Turbine Support Group, managing craftsmen, machinists, and welders on rotor reblading projects. I have also been self-employed for the past 3 years, subcontracting to GE on various Naval projects for BAE systems.

Skills

  • Mechanical fitting
  • Bedding, Lapping, Surface grinding
  • Milling, Turning
  • Alignments of turbine cylinders and rotors
  • Clearance checks and adjustments
  • Repair and Maintenance of Steam turbine rotors & plant
  • Overhaul and inspection of HP & IP modules
  • Knowledge of CW & ACW systems
  • Supervisory experience
  • Non-destructive testing
  • Basic Rigging & Slinging
  • Counter Balance Forklift operation

Licenses and certifications

  • Counter Terrorism Clearance (C.T.C.) Exp 28/01/28
  • Pendant Crane (NPORS accredited) Exp 31/12/25
  • Basic Rigging & Slinging (NPORS accredited) Exp 31/12/25
  • IOSH (Institute of Safety & Health)
  • Safety passport approved (cert no 558783)

Awards and achievements

  • Appointed blading supervisor 2008

Work Experience

Sub-contractor
Jan 2022 - Present AWEuro

Sub-contracting to GE working on various Naval projects for BAE systems. Responsibilities include all aspects of mechanical fitting, alignments of turbine cylinders and rotors, and clearance checks and adjustments.

Mechanical Fitter
Mar 2022 - Sep 2022 Uniper Site Services

Worked on 30MW Steam turbines, including strip down and inspection of steam turbines and associated components, alignments and bearing adjustments, and emergency and governor valve overhaul.

Working Team Leader
Apr 2013 - Jan 2022 EDF Energy

Led the Turbine Support Group, responsible for repair and maintenance of steam turbine rotors and plant, overhaul and inspection of HP & IP modules, and knowledge of CW & ACW systems.

Sub-contractor
Jan 2002 - Jan 2013 DIREKT ENGINEERING LTD

Sub-contracted to EDF Energy Turbine support group as a nominated supervisor and blading project supervisor. Acted as team leader at Hunterston, Dungeness & Heysham Nuclear power stations.

Domestic & Industrial Installer
Jan 2001 - Jan 2002 BEESTON ELECTRICAL

Worked on domestic and industrial installations.

Driver / Labourer
Jan 2000 - Jan 2001 EQUIPTRADE LIMITED

Worked as a delivery driver and fork lift truck operator.

Mechanical Fitter
Jan 1989 - Jan 2000 ALSTOM POWER (FORMERLY GEC)

Involved in the manufacture and repair of steam turbine rotors, fitting and assembly work, and supervisory experience overseas. Experienced in self-inspection and working to fine tolerances.

Approved Non-destructive Test Operator
Jan 1985 - Jan 1989 ALSTOM POWER (FORMERLY GEC)

Conducted inspection of fabrications, turbine rotor components, and non-ferrous material using penetrants and magnetics.

Apprentice
Jan 1981 - Jan 1985 ALSTOM POWER (FORMERLY GEC)

Completed a full Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship.

Education

Ultrasonic course
Welding Institute Cambridge
CSWIP 3.3 Magnetic Particle & Penetrant Test Inspection (CEGB) approved
Jan 1985 - Present Welding Institute Cambridge
City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering
Jan 1982 - Jan 1984 North Trafford College
Basic craft studies
Jan 1981 - Jan 1982 North Trafford College
Educated to GCSE standard
Wardley High School