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David Whitney

David Whitney

Agricultural Engineer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Service Engineer at Mchale

  • Education

    • Mercy Sercondary school, Ballymahon, Co, Longford

      2009 - 2015

    • Limerick Institute of Technology

      2015 - 2017
      Higher Certificate Agricultural Mechanisation

      Activities and Societies: Macra Na Feirme Longford Ploughing Association St. Patricks GAA

    • Reaseheath College

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      Bachelor of Technology - BTech Agricultural Engineering

  • Experience

    • D&E McHugh Ltd

      Mar 2013 - Oct 2016
      Agricultural Engineer

      Part-time work on different occasions and mainly work placement, at a busy Case/New Holland dealership, responsibilities focused on tractor and machinery repairs, servicing, refurbishment and assembly at a local New Holland, McHale, Abbey, Kevernland dealershipSkills used included mechanical, fabrication, stock management, assembly of machinery and customer serviceInvolved in diagnostics and testing of machinery and tractors

    • Reynolds Agricultural Contractors

      May 2013 - Aug 2015
      Seasonal Machinery Operator

      Seasonal worker with successful local Agri contracting company for the last three summers. Duties included machine operator during the silage season, machine maintenance and repairs.This position demonstrated excellent time-keeping skills, ability to work well in a team and a high level of initiative and confidence.

    • Corry Auto Engineering

      Mar 2014 - Mar 2014
      Work Experience Canditate

      2 week work placement at a busy local garage. Worked on car repairs and diagnostics specialising in diesel fuel injection systems. Assisted with general car repairs for example changing spark bulbs, light fittings and minor engine repairs

    • OMP Hydraulics

      Oct 2016 - Dec 2016
      Plant Engineer

      Repairing and testing final drive pumps and hydraulic pumps and servicing a range of excavators and other plant equipment including Hitachi, Takeuchi, Kobelco and Newholland.

    • N & E Precession

      Mar 2017 - Aug 2017
      Computer Numerical Control Machine Operator

    • CNH Industrial

      Jul 2018 - Mar 2024

      Delivering technical training on Powertrains,Electrics,Hydraulics,Engines,After Treatment Systems,Datar,Fast Start and Electronic Service Tools to dealership technicians and apprentices throughout the EMEA region. While also covering product support for Electronic Service Tools. Manage day to day running and upkeep of training facilities and workshops. Organising setting up and shipment of machines and equipment for training courses. Carry out repairs and diagnostics on machines. Assist in the delivery of training courses. Assisting in testing, diagnostics and repair of CNH products. Participated in and setting up workshops and machines for various courses and delivery of course material.

      • Field Service Technician

        May 2023 - Mar 2024

      • Technical Trainer and Product Support

        Jan 2021 - May 2023

      • Training Technician

        Jan 2019 - Jan 2021

      • Product Support and Training Intern

        Jul 2018 - Jan 2019

    • McHale

      Mar 2024 - now
      Service Engineer

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Leaving Certificate

      Department of Education

    • Rough terrain telehandler permit

      Mentor
      Apr 2019

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to David Whitney
      B-Tech in landbased technology Reaseheath College June 1, 2018
    • Awarded to David Whitney
      Higher Certificate in Agricultural Mechanisation Limerick Institute of Technology November 1, 2017
    • Awarded to David Whitney
      Gaisce Silver and Bronze Award Gaisce Ireland, The Presidents Award May 2015 Received both the Bronze and Silver Presidents Awards in recognition of my community, personal and team involvements and achievements
    • Awarded to David Whitney
      National Ploughing Championships NPA Ireland Sep 2014 Participant in the National Ploughing Championships in Ratheniska, Co. Laois for both 2014 and 2015.In 2014 I represented County Longford in the Macra Na Feirme class and received 4th place beating of stiff competition from seasoned participants from other counties.In 2015 I represented Longford in the Under 21 class and placed 14th
    • Awarded to David Whitney
      National Macra Na Feirme Stockjudging Macra Na Feirme Jun 2014 Represented the South Longford Macra Club at the National Stockjudging competition for dairy cows.Received 5th place
    • Awarded to David Whitney
      IHFA National Calf Show contestant Irish Holstein Freisan Association May 2013 Qualified for the National Calf Handlers Class at the IHFA National Show in Kilkenny representing the West Midlands Freisan Breeders Club.My duties included grooming, training, preparation and handling of my own dairy calf.I presented my calf at the show and received recognition for my work
    • Awarded to David Whitney
      Longford Ploughing Championships Longford Ploughing Association Apr 2012 First place in the Novice Championship in 2012First Place in the Macra Na Feirme Class in 2014First Place in the U21 class in 2015

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Team Leader

      Issued by Community Games on Sept 2013
      Community GamesAssociated with David Whitney