Craig Alan Warrilow
Eaton,WA
Summary
I'm a Dynamic Motor Mechanic with extensive experience excelling in engine diagnostics and vehicle repair. I am a proven problem solver with exceptional communication skills, adept at maintaining high standards of customer service. Recognized for timely and efficient repairs, ensuring client satisfaction and vehicle reliability. I am committed to continuous improvement and professional development.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Motor Mechanic
Vasse Automotive
Vasse Busselton
07.2024 - Current
- Inspect vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately
- Inspect vehicle computer and electronic systems to repair, maintain and upgrade
- Conduct routine maintenance work (replacing fluids, lubricating parts etc)
- Repair or replace broken or dysfunctional parts and fix issues
- Keep logs on work and issues
- Maintain equipment and tools in good condition
- Organise jobs in a timely manner to ensure the vehicle is returned to the owner on time
Motor Mechanic
Beskpoke Isle of Man
06.2019 - 05.2024
- All aspects of motor vehicle servicing, maintenance, repairs and diagnostics
- This includes cars, vans and light commercial vehicles
Motor Mechanic
Eurocars/Jacksons
04.2015 - 06.2019
- All aspects of motor vehicle servicing and diagnostics, similar to Michael Car Centre but in more depth due to franchised vehicles and successful completion of 3 year NVQ in Motor Vehicle Engineering
Apprentice Mechanic
Michael Car Centre
07.2013 - 04.2015
- All aspects of motor vehicle servicing, fitting and diagnostics including but not limited to;
- Cambelt fitting/Water pump replacements/timings (many different vehicle makes)
- Clutch & Gearbox replacement
- Suspension rebuilds
- Head gasket replacements
- Liaising with clients and managing their expectations
Tyre and Exhaust Fitter
Island Exhaust Systems
11.2010 - 07.2013
- During my time at Island Exhausts, I have worked as a fitter of exhaust, tyres and other car parts
- Out of office hours I support Island Exhausts with an initiative called 'Garage For Girls', which is a free service and gives an understanding of basic car maintenance for corporate companies around the island
- Duties undertaken include:
- General Servicing (Oil/filter changes, lights and levels, brake checks/changes, suspension checks/replacements, wheel bearing replacements, Identification of steering issues and fixes ie bushes, inner and outer track rod ends, steering arms
- Fixing wheel tracking problems using a Super Track laser alignment system, which includes adjustment of camber and castor
- Identifying problems with ABS systems and replacing if necessary
- Identification of Exhaust faults ie Catalytic Converter Manverter problems and replacement where necessary
- Customising exhausts to fit any car, using a wide range of tools to achieve best results i.e
- Hand held pneumatic deburring tool for neat finishes
- Fitting replacement tyres using any appropriate machines
- Selling tyres & other car parts to corporate and private client’s
- Customer Services/Sales
- Responsibility for the opening and closing of the garage
- Daily cash reconciliation
- Promotional activities, such as winter car checks/free battery checks
- Responsibility to organise jobs on the workshop floor at certain times
- Respond to breakdowns and liaising with the public
- Welding
General Builder
D.Trimble Building Services
01.2008 - 01.2010
- General building and bricklaying, carrying out all aspects of building work to include but not limited to
- Drainage and groundworks/footings and foundations
- Bricklaying, following architectural drawings an setting out
- Roofing which includes felting battening, fitting slates and roof tiles, lead work for valleys, plastering of interior an exterior walls
General Builder
Sapphire Developments Limited
01.2006 - 01.2008
- General building and bricklaying, carrying out all aspects of building work to include but not limited to
- Drainage and groundworks/footings and foundations
- Bricklaying, following architectural drawings an setting out
- Roofing which includes felting battening ,fitting slates and roof tiles, lead work for valleys, plastering of interior an exterior walls
Apprentice
Wades Truck Services
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Saturday job, cleaning trucks helping technicians with tasks/jobs around the workshop
Education
Certificate 3 - light vehicle mechanical technology
Australian Trade Training College
09-2023
College - Motor Vehicle Engineering Level 1, 2 And 3
Isle of Man Collage
06.2017
College -
Isle Of Man College
05.2008
High School -
QE2 High School
07.2005
Primary School -
Onchan Primary School
07.1999
Skills
- Engine diagnostics
- Electrical systems
- Vehicle repair
- Routine maintenance
- Parts replacement
- Vehicle inspection
- Team player
- Communication
- Problem solver
- Customer Service
- Time management
Working History
- Vasse Automotive, Vasse Busselton, 07/01/24, Present, Motor Mechanic, 40, Inspect vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately, Inspect vehicle computer and electronic systems to repair, maintain and upgrade, Conduct routine maintenance work (replacing fluids, lubricating parts etc), Repair or replace broken or dysfunctional parts and fix issues, Keep logs on work and issues, Maintain equipment and tools in good condition, Organise jobs in a timely manner to ensure the vehicle is returned to the owner on time
- Beskpoke Isle of Man, 06/01/19, 05/31/24, Motor Mechanic, 40, All aspects of motor vehicle servicing, maintenance, repairs and diagnostics including cars, vans and light commercial vehicles
- Eurocars/Jacksons, 04/01/15, 06/30/19, Motor Mechanic, 40, All aspects of motor vehicle servicing and diagnostics, similar to Michael Car Centre but in more depth due to franchised vehicles and successful completion of 3 year NVQ in Motor Vehicle Engineering
- Michael Car Centre, 07/01/13, 04/30/15, Apprentice Mechanic, 40, All aspects of motor vehicle servicing, fitting and diagnostics including cambelt fitting, clutch & gearbox replacement, suspension rebuilds, head gasket replacements, liaising with clients
- Island Exhaust Systems, 11/01/10, 07/31/13, Tyre and Exhaust Fitter, Worked as a fitter of exhaust, tyres and other car parts, Supported 'Garage For Girls' initiative, General servicing, fixing wheel tracking problems, identifying problems with ABS systems, customising exhausts, fitting replacement tyres, customer services/sales
- D.Trimble Building Services, 01/01/08, 12/31/10, General Builder, General building and bricklaying, drainage and groundworks, roofing, plastering
- Sapphire Developments Limited, 01/01/06, 12/31/08, General Builder, General building and bricklaying, drainage and groundworks, roofing, plastering
- DTI Training Service, 01/01/05, 12/31/06, Trainee
- Wades Truck Services, 01/01/04, 12/31/05, Saturday Job, Cleaning trucks, helping technicians with tasks/jobs around the workshop
It Experience
- Windows 10 (and other Windows OS Systems)
- MS Office
- MS Outlook
- Auto works (Full motor industry accounts and sales system)
- Diagnostics
- Hyundai GSW
- Vauxhall Tech 2
- Peugeot Citroen Diag Box
- Autel Scanning System
- Snap-On
- Autodata
Qualifications
English, Mathematics, Science, Geography, D&T: Resistant Materials Technology, D&T: Electronic Products, Information and Communication Technology, Trowel Occupations - levels 1, 2 & 3, Construction Site Safety Awareness, Motor Vehicle Engineering - Certificate, Motor Vehicle Engineering - Lvl 1, Motor Vehicle Engineering - Lvl 2, Motor Vehicle Engineering - Lvl 3, Australian trade training college AUR30620, Certificate 3 in light vehicle mechanical technology
Personal Information
- Age: 37
- Date of Birth: 06/28/88
Timeline
Motor Mechanic
Vasse Automotive
07.2024 - Current
Motor Mechanic
Beskpoke Isle of Man
06.2019 - 05.2024
Motor Mechanic
Eurocars/Jacksons
04.2015 - 06.2019
Apprentice Mechanic
Michael Car Centre
07.2013 - 04.2015
Tyre and Exhaust Fitter
Island Exhaust Systems
11.2010 - 07.2013
General Builder
D.Trimble Building Services
01.2008 - 01.2010
General Builder
Sapphire Developments Limited
01.2006 - 01.2008
Apprentice
Wades Truck Services
01.2004 - 01.2005
Certificate 3 - light vehicle mechanical technology
Australian Trade Training College
College - Motor Vehicle Engineering Level 1, 2 And 3
Isle of Man Collage
College -
Isle Of Man College
High School -
QE2 High School
Primary School -
Onchan Primary School