1. Mark Pritchard
231 Bamford Road Heywood Lancashire OL104AH
07814767299 | 01706 416374
markdprit@hotmail.co.uk
Driving Licence | Car Owner
Personal Statement
I currently work within a professional role as a tutor and assessor, working with both
apprentice and adult learners who themselves work within the commercial vehicle and
light vehicle repair industry. The training I deliver both to adult and apprentice learners will
range from level 2 through to advanced level 4,working to a scheme of work I develop
both interesting and engaging teaching and learning sessions both theory and practical
based. I have also developed a number of generic technical training courses including
engine management, selective catalytic reduction (SCR), electronic braking and controller
area network (CAN) these courses are both theory and practical based involving
workshop based vehicle diagnostics using both vehicle on board diagnostic systems and
diagnostic platforms including JAL test,Texa and Bosch FSA.
I am hard working and committed to delivering training to the highest standards, I work
well within a team and as an individual managing my own work load. I am an IRTEC
(Institute of road transport engineer’s certificate) accredited assessor and assess all
levels of IRTEC up to master technician for both the HGV and PSV sector. My current job
role also requires me to work away from home completing both IRTEC assessments and
technical training across the UK.
Skills
I have both industry based qualifications and skills, and also qualifications and skills
which allow me to deliver training and assessment, I obtained my teaching diploma in
2011 from the University of Bolton.
Completing my NVQ QCF Assessor Certificate.
I have good IT skills and use Microsoft word and PowerPoint on a regular basis.
Exam question authoring for the IMI (institute of the motor industry)
Work Experience
The Manchester College, Openshaw
Manchester
Jan 2010 to present
Automotive tutor and assessor
Training and assessment
Preston College
Automotive tutor
Part Time September 2009-Jan 2010
The London taxi company (LTI), Broughton
Street Manchester
May 2009 to Sept 2009
Technician
Diagnostic fault finding and repairs.
Self employed, Heywood Lancashire 2007 to May 2009
Technician
Self employed, service repair and diagnostic fault finding on both HGV and light
commercial vehicles.
Ciceley Mercedes-Benz, Bolton May 2002 to 2007
HGV Technician
2. Mercedes Benz Service 24HR Roadside Assistance.
Vehicle diagnostics using star
Service and repair
MOT preparation
Pre Delivery Inspection
Ensure all associated paperwork is completed (Service sheets/ Road call sheets/ Wheel
nut log 24 hour pad.
Transport for London, Ash Grove Hackney 2000 to 2002
PSV technician
Preparation of vehicles for MOT
Running Repairs
Road Calls
Unit Changes (Engine/Transmission/Final Drive)
Unit Overhaul (Engine/Transmission/Final Drive)
Topside safety inspections
Diagnostic Fault Finding
Ensure all associated paperwork is completed ( Service sheets/ Road call sheets/ Wheel
nut log 24 hour pad.
Harris Coaches, West Thurrock 1998 to 2000
PSV technician
Preparation of vehicles for MOT
Running Repairs
Road Calls
Unit Changes (Engine/Transmission/Final Drive)
Unit Overhaul (Engine/Transmission/Final Drive)
Topside safety inspections. Diagnostic Fault Finding Ensure all associated paperwork is
completed Service sheets/ Road call sheets/ Wheel nut log /24 hour pad)
Lex Commercials, Basildon August 1995 to March 1998
Semi skilled HGV technician
Service and repairs
Preparation of vehicles for MOT
24 Hour Assistance Non-Stop
Unit Changes (Engine/Transmission/Final Drive)
Unit Overhaul (Engine/Transmission/Final Drive)
Diagnostic Fault Finding
Ensure all associated paperwork is completed (Service sheets/ Road call sheets)
Nelson coaches, Wickford Essex 1992 to 1995
Apprentice PSV technician
Training on all aspects of passenger vehicle maintenance diagnostics and repair.
Completion of city and guilds level 1-3 repair and servicing of road vehicles.
City & Guilds Motor Vehicles Craft Studies Part 3 3810
Education
University, Bolton 2009 to 2011
Professional diploma in education
(Level 5 Diploma in teaching in the lifelong learning sector)
Hobbies and Interests
I enjoy quality time spent with my wife, children, friends and family. I enjoy dining out and
visit to the cinema and tenpin bowling. Family holidays abroad and in the uk often involve
visiting places of interest. I enjoy reading and researching current and developing
technologies for use within the commercial vehicle industry. I also enjoy sea fishing,
swimming and gardening.
