Ian Donaldson
New Brighton,Merseyside
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in computer aided engineering design, sustainable vehicle technologies, and additive manufacturing. Demonstrates proficiency in blended learning and distance education, complemented by experience as a City and Guilds associate examiner. Proven project management skills and enhanced DBS clearance ensure a commitment to excellence and safety in all endeavours.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work history
Automotive HE Programme Leader
Blackpool and the Fylde College
Blackpool, Lancashire
09.2021 - Current
- Deliver modules from CAED to sustainable vehicle technologies at levels 4-6.
- Delivery and assessment on T level in engineering
- Delivered modules to deadlines and within dictated guidance.
- Managed daily logistics and operations to facilitate smooth-running projects and modules.
- Presented analysis findings to directors to enhance curriculum and confirm student achievement.
- Maintained programme documentation and certifications for compliant practices.
- Organised and led progress meetings with Students and staff member.
Lecturer / Technical Trainer
Blackpool and the Fylde College
Blackpool, Lancs
02.2014 - 08.2021
- Delivered extensive feedback to students via Teams, One-File, IMI E-portfolio and Canvas learning platforms.
- Oversaw technical documentation, instruction and evaluation to meet IMI and Auto Raise awarding bodies.
- Tutored 10 apprentices to be first in the country to go for EPA for the AutoRaise qualification.
- Supported apprentices through world skills competition with one learner wining gold in Automotive refinishing.
- Blended traditional learning approaches with existing and new technologies and used variety of learning tools to create and deliver learning programs that produced results.
- Acted as second-tier technical resource for Business support managers and stakeholder HR and assisted with answering technical questions.
- Created courseware using online learning management system tool and various graphics and multimedia software programs.
- Trained and mentored new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
Automotive Panel Beater
Bodytech
Blackpool, Lancs
01.2010 - 02.2014
- Acted as first point of contact for complex customer and engineer issues.
- Places orders for parts and spares in line with insurance company authorisation to ensure timely vehicle completion.
- Kept clients well-informed of claim updates and case progress.
- Achieved positive claim outcomes through careful case management.
- Recorded detailed, accurate claim particulars for reliable case notes.
- Repaired various vehicle types ranging from Sports cars to commercial vehicles with precision and care.
Office Manager
McDonald Property Rentals
Blackpool, Lancs
02.2004 - 02.2010
- Managed the opening of a new branch, increasing the portfolio of the branch from 10 to over 100 in a year.
- Managed employees, office, supervising workers, enhancing productivity and driving efficiency.
- Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs.
- Increased team productivity by harnessing CFP-winman to manage tasks.
- Managed costs and billing, resolving financial discrepancies effectively through organisational management of account information.
- Organised physical files and digitised records to ensure ease of accessibility and retrieval by team members.
- Handled conflicts and complaints with strong problem-solving and mediation skills.
Education
NVQ Level 4 - Diagnosis, Testing And Repair of Electric And Hybrid Vehicles
Institute of Motor Industry
Blackpool 07.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Automotive Engineering
Blackpool and The Fylde College
Blackpool06.2021
NVQ Level 4 - Accredited Assessor LV Master Technician
Blackpool and The Fylde College
Blackpool10.2019
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma in Education and Training
Blackpool and The Fylde College
Blackpool07.2017
Prince2 - Project Management
People Cert
Liverpool, England 08.2025 - 10.2025
NVQ Level 3 - OCR Assessing Competence in the Workplace
Blackpool and The Fylde College
Blackpool06.2017
Skills
- Computer Aided Engineering Design
- Sustainable Vehicle Technologies
- Additive Manufacturing
- Blended learning
- Distance education
- City and Guilds Associate Examiner
- Project Management
- Enhanced DBS cleared
Timeline
Prince2 - Project Management
People Cert
08.2025 - 10.2025
NVQ Level 4 - Diagnosis, Testing And Repair of Electric And Hybrid Vehicles
Institute of Motor Industry
07.2023 - 07.2023
Automotive HE Programme Leader
Blackpool and the Fylde College
09.2021 - Current
Lecturer / Technical Trainer
Blackpool and the Fylde College
02.2014 - 08.2021
Automotive Panel Beater
Bodytech
01.2010 - 02.2014
Office Manager
McDonald Property Rentals
02.2004 - 02.2010
Bachelor of Science - Automotive Engineering
Blackpool and The Fylde College
NVQ Level 4 - Accredited Assessor LV Master Technician
Blackpool and The Fylde College
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma in Education and Training
Blackpool and The Fylde College
NVQ Level 3 - OCR Assessing Competence in the Workplace
Blackpool and The Fylde College