Alan Goulding
Dublin
Summary
Dynamic Fitter with extensive experience at Irish Rail, excelling in engine rebuilding/brake system and fault diagnosis. Extensive knowledge of 201 & 071 locos and MK4s. Proven leader in safety management and project execution, achieving significant operational savings. Adept at risk assessment and team communication, driving efficiency in rolling stock maintenance and repairs. Committed to high standards and continuous improvement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fitter
Irish Rail
Dublin
01.2014 - Current
- Joined the running shed, my duties involved running and casualty maintenance, as well as carrying out exams of 071 and 201 locos, Mk4s, and rail cars.
- I am currently the PIC/Supervisor of the Rerailing Team/Breakdown Gang, with extensive knowledge of all units due to my position as PIC.
- Achieved a Certificate in Safety and Health at work
- Regularly give safety briefings to my team.
- Performed duties such as relief duty manager.
- Gained extensive knowledge on recovering locos and MK4s when failed in traffic.
- Acquired extensive knowledge of rolling stock while working on Mk4 fleet.
- Fault-finding and diagnosing air problems on locomotives with brake issues.
- Diagnosing locos with engine issues, as well as load testing engines with power issues.
- Member of the risk assessment team.
- Successfully completed project given by manager, including relocating 2 years/500,000KM Exams to the ramps, cut down exam length to three weeks.
- Made a savings of 81,000 litres of fuel, resourced idle tankers and recycled back into locos for traffic.
Fitter
Irish Rail
Dublin
01.2008 - 01.2014
- My duties involved overhauling and rebuilding 201 and 071 locomotive engines, completing heavy maintenance exams.
- Refurbished all components relating to 201 & 071 locos, including compressors, power packs, water pumps, oil pumps, and brake valves/brake rack for 201 and 071.
- Contributed as a member of a risk assessment team to identify potential safety issues.
Fitter
Irish Rail
Dublin
12.2003 - 12.2008
- I was hired specifically for the 12-year overhaul of the 201 loco engines which was very successful in Diesel 1.
- During that time, I also worked on 071 and 201 bogies, railcars, and darts.
- During this time, I rebuilt 201 locos and 071 locos engine and carried out all heavy maintenance.
Fitter
TSS
Dublin
01.1998 - 10.2003
- Promoted from apprentice to fitter after four years in a fast-paced environment.
- Installed tail lifts and refrigeration units, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- Performed hydraulics, fabrication, welding, mechanics, and electrical wiring tasks efficiently.
- Executed successful road service for remote breakdowns, focusing on fault finding and diagnostics.
- Conducted off-site installations of tail lifts nationwide, meeting project deadlines.
Education
Certificate - Safety And Health At Work
UCD
Dublin01-2021
Apprenticeship
Bolton St
Dublin01-2002
Leaving Certificate
St Marks
Tallaght01-1998
Skills
- Engine rebuilding
- Fault diagnosis
- Equipment maintenance
- Qualification in Safety
- Rolling stock knowledge
- Project management
- Communication
- Risk assessment
- Team leadership
- Re-railing units
- Recovering failed units
Certification
- Certificate in Safety and Health at work
- European computer driving license
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook
- Trade qualification
Timeline
Fitter
Irish Rail
01.2014 - Current
Fitter
Irish Rail
01.2008 - 01.2014
Fitter
Irish Rail
12.2003 - 12.2008
Fitter
TSS
01.1998 - 10.2003
Certificate - Safety And Health At Work
UCD
Apprenticeship
Bolton St
Leaving Certificate
St Marks
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