Guy Holdaway

Experience

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  Halfords

  Jan 1999 - Jan 2005

  Cycle Mechanic and Sales Assistant

  Halfords is a UK national cycle, car part and audio superstoreKey achievements: • Team member constructing and maintaining safety critical products• Use of specialist knowledge to advise, sell and up-sell cycles, parts and audio equipment• Customer service including resolution of customer complaints• Warehouse management and stock take• Staff rostering and training• Prioritising and organisation of work flow• Shop floor management• Use of tills and database systems Show less

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  RNLI

  Jan 2006 - Mar 2012

  Design Engineer

  Design Engineer within the mechanical marine section of the Engineering office, providing solutions to challenging problems on new and existing equipmentKey achievements: • Through Life Manager of the Trent class All Weather Lifeboat• Implemented LEAN thinking and work ethics through design and manufacturing• Designed and modified new and existing structures, mechanisms and assemblies• Produced 3D models, drawings, parts lists, specifications, procedures and reports• Plant and product support; product sourcing and plant configuration• Organised and conducted trials• Advisor on fabrication, installation and operation to manufacturers, contractors and end-users • Presentor to donors, customers, end-users, colleagues and other stakeholdersKey project:Olympics Police Boat - Re-design and modify the obsolete RNLI RIB’s (Rigid Inflatable Boats) to Police specification for 2012 Olympic GamesKey skill:Project managementKey achievements:• Project managed a multidisciplinary team from concept to completion • Worked effectively and professionally with the client to agree objectives • Took responsibility for configuration control throughout the project• Engaged successfully with third party manufacturers to ensure specification was achievedKey project:Roll-bar structure & configuration for Atlantic 85 - Re-design of the safety critical righting structure and electronics platform for an Atlantic 85 production boatKey skill:Engineering designKey achievements:• Completed structural calculations and FEA to remove existing failure points• Organised prototype trials with failure testing and implemented required improvements• Streamlined fit-out and removed waste using Lean principles• Implemented new production support standards allowing full specification to be accurately recorded• Produced production drawings to standards of best practice using SolidWorks Show less

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  Marine Industrial Design Ltd

  Apr 2012 - Jun 2012

  Design Engineer

  Marine Industrial Design is a wholly owned subsidiary of Babcock Marine, providing engineering services to the navy, cargo vessels, passenger ships and luxury yachts.Key project:HMNZS Canterbury alcove relocation - Part of a small team re-designing the structural arrangement due to a major operational requirement changeKey skill:Engineering designKey achievements:• Designed components to governing body standards and submitted with reports• Completed structural calculations and FEA to optimise design• Produced 3D models using Rhino and Solidworks software• Validated designs from third party manufacturers and fit-out yards• Produced schedules, drawings and cut plans for manufacture and assembly Show less

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  Bike Barn

  Jan 2013 - Feb 2013

  Workshop Manager and Mechanic

  Bike Barn is the largest chain of bike shops in New Zealand; the Takapuna branch is the largest bike shop in Australasia Key project:Improve processes and resolve workflow issues to increase efficiency and outputKey achievements:• Improved processes and achieved workshop improvements through Lean methodology• Increased project success through to surrounding stores in Auckland area• Resolved customer grievances and maintained good customer relationships• Managed workflow and staffing requirements through the service and repair workshop• Increased customer satisfaction levels by ensuring good communication and selecting appropriate levels of service required• Exceeded performance targets• Provided servicing on performance equipment Show less

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  Alloy Yachts

  Feb 2013 - May 2013

  Interior Designer

  Alloy Yachts is a world-leading manufacturer of luxury superyachts.Key project:AY46 Guest stairwell - A complex project designing a stiff cantilevered structure within a small enclosureKey skill:Engineering designKey achievements:• Combined aspirational design with engineering practicalities• Conducted structural calculations to achieve optimal design• Worked to short deadlines in a fast-paced and highly competitive market• Liaised with manufacturers to efficiently produce the required documentation• Provided work-around solutions to manufacturing defects allowing product to be uncompromised Show less

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  Queenstown Signs

  Oct 2013 - Dec 2013

  Installation Technician

  Queenstown Signs is an award-winning small local business supplying custom signs to the whole of the Central Otago and beyondKey achievements:• Fabricated, installed and removed signs including glass, steel and canvas products• Conducted onsite inspections and provided innovative solutions to complex problems• Managed a heavy workload to meet short deadlines in a cut-throat market• Worked within a small team and dynamic environment to efficiently complete jobs• Delivered a friendly and professional service with a high customer focus Show less

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  NZSki Ltd

  Jan 2014 - Jun 2014

  Installation Technician (Snowmaking)

  NZSki has been operating within the New Zealand SnowSports industry for over 60 years and manages three leading Ski Areas - Coronet Peak and The Remarkables and Mt HuttKey project:Remarkables ski area snowmaking installation - Leading a small interdisciplinary team to complete earthworks, install services and machinery in a mountain environment in all-weather conditionsKey skill:Project management; health and safetyKey achievements:• Successfully installed snow-making systems to the manufacturer’s specification• Implemented creative and best practice solutions to project challenges• Enforced strict health and safety compliance at all times• Demonstrated persuasion and negotiation skills to promote team work and ensure challenging deadlines were met in this multi-million dollar project Show less

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  Plunkett Associates

  May 2015 - Dec 2022

  Project Design Engineer

  Plunkett Associates is a Design Bureau with a strong focus on manufacturing. Through a worldwide network of suppliers we "get parts made" at the very limit of what is achievable. Key achievements:• Developed conceptual idea into mass-produced template for British Gas, minimising the risk of error whilst reducing time for install of the E470 electric smart meter• Worked closely with a diverse customer portfolio including Naim Audio, selecting the most appropriate methods for prototype and 'golden samples' based on cost, aesthetics and functionality• Increased and broadened knowledge of a vast array of manufacturing processes such as DMLS and 3D printing, vacuum casting and injection moulding• Developed positive customer relationships and attracted new business by demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities to overcome challenging part manufacture• Key player in developing and implementing procedures to secure ISO9001 compliance Show less

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  Babcock International Group

  Dec 2022 - now

  Senior Design Engineer