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Jose Thomas

Upper Hutt

Summary

Results-driven mechanical engineer with fifteen-plus years of work experience in service management, engineering project coordination, team management, and technical training. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams, streamlining project workflows, and delivering projects on time and within budget.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Instructor

Trade Training School, NZDF
12.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced student understanding of automotive systems by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples.
  • Ensured students remained up-to-date on industry standards and practices by keeping up-to-date with industrial trends and developments.
  • Conducted regular reviews of course materials ensuring content remained relevant to current industry trends.
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop comprehensive lesson plans, resulting in improved course offerings and student outcomes.
  • Administrator for Learning management system - Google classroom.

Service Manager

CablePrice
03.2019 - 07.2021
  • Resolved customer complaints in professional and timely manner.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into opportunities for continued patronage.
  • Managing the training and development of staff.

Achievements:

  • One of the highest-performing workshops in the Cable-Price network for health and safety, work quality, and financial performance.

Workshop Team Leader

Saud Bahwan Automotive
06.2014 - 06.2016
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.

Service Manager

India Techs Ltd
06.2007 - 03.2014
  • Engineering Project Coordinator for REPMAN.
  • Developed and administered training for service staff.
  • Analyzed service reports to identify areas of improvement.
  • Managed a team of technicians, ensuring timely completion of projects and high-quality workmanship.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and providing ongoing staff training on proper equipment use.

Achievements:

  • Awarded foreign trips for target achievements.

Guest Lecturer

SAIMAT (sister Concern of M/s India Techs Ltd)
03.2010 - 06.2013
  • Guest lecturer for Automotive engineering and Fluid mechanics.

Education

PG Diploma in Business -

Southern Institute of Technology
Invercargill, NZ
01-2018

B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering -

TKM College of Engineering
Kerala, India
01-2012

Diploma in Automotive Engineering -

EICT
Tamilnadu, India
01-2004

Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification -

NZDF

Certified Level 1 Instructor -

NZDF

Occupational Health And Safety -

NZQA Level 3

Skills

  • Engineering project management
  • Leadership Skills
  • Expert troubleshooting
  • Safety practices
  • Advanced diagnostics
  • Budget Management & Cost Control

Languages

English
Full Professional
Malayalam
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Tamil
Limited Working

Timeline

Automotive Instructor

Trade Training School, NZDF
12.2021 - Current

Service Manager

CablePrice
03.2019 - 07.2021

Workshop Team Leader

Saud Bahwan Automotive
06.2014 - 06.2016

Guest Lecturer

SAIMAT (sister Concern of M/s India Techs Ltd)
03.2010 - 06.2013

Service Manager

India Techs Ltd
06.2007 - 03.2014

PG Diploma in Business -

Southern Institute of Technology

B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering -

TKM College of Engineering

Diploma in Automotive Engineering -

EICT

Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification -

NZDF

Certified Level 1 Instructor -

NZDF

Occupational Health And Safety -

NZQA Level 3
Jose Thomas