DWG: LP-ENG-2026-EE | PRESTON, UK
LEE PARKINSON [EE]
SHEET 04 // EXPERIENCE DEDICATED SPECIFICATION SHEET

Work Experience & Career Logbook

Full employment history numbered [JOB 05] down to [JOB 01] plus transferable engineering skills.

04 // EXPERIENCE

Work Experience & Career Logbook

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FULL CURRICULUM VITAE SPECIFICATION • Includes printable PDF format & complete employer references
[JOB 05]

Wetherspoons

The Velvet Coaster ➔ The Twelve Tellers BAR TEAM LEADER
Bar Team Leader (Team Leader at both venues)
The Velvet Coaster (Blackpool) TEAM LEADER

Bar Team Leader at the massive multi-level venue on Blackpool South Shore. Led shift operations across multiple bars, managed cellar stock, coordinated floor teams, and kept high-volume service moving during peak seaside rushes.

The Twelve Tellers (Preston) TEAM LEADER

Transferred as Bar Team Leader to The Twelve Tellers on Church Street alongside studying Electrical Engineering at ULan. Continuing shift leadership, staff coordination, till reconciliations, and licensing compliance.

  • Shift Leadership: Bar Team Leader across both high-volume venues, running busy shifts, coordinating floor and bar teams, and keeping service moving smoothly during peak periods serving 1,000s of patrons.
  • Operations Management: Handle till reconciliations, cash management, cellar stock and line maintenance, and opening/closing checks across fast-paced venues.
  • Training & Standards: Train new starters, stay on top of Challenge 25 and licensing rules, and maintain tight health and safety standards.
03/2025 — Present
Blackpool ➔ Preston
"Velvet Coaster → Twelve Tellers"
[JOB 04]

Amazon Logistics (313 Logistics)

OPERATIONS
Multi-Drop Delivery Driver
  • Managed daily van loading and safe delivery of up to 315 parcels across 180+ stops on tight schedules.
  • Worked out efficient routes on the road and kept delivery accuracy and customer handovers consistent.
  • Handled my own self-employment records, mileage logs, and tax admin.
11/2024 — 04/2025
Leyland, Lancashire
[JOB 03]

Car Cosmetics

MECHANICAL
Apprentice Automotive Technician — Diagnostics & Repair
  • Tracked down mechanical faults, wiring issues, and sensor problems on vehicles in the workshop.
  • Carried out routine servicing, fluid changes, brake work, and hydraulic bleeding.
  • Stripped down and replaced worn mechanical parts and fitted upgraded components.
04/2024 — 10/2024
Blackpool, Lancashire
"workshop diagnostics"
[JOB 02]

Pleasure Beach Resort

SAFETY OPERATIONS
Ride Operator
  • Operated major rides following strict health, safety, and mechanical check procedures.
  • Ran daily pre-opening checks on restraints, sensors, and control systems before letting the public on.
  • Helped train newer operators on safe ride operation and emergency procedures.
03/2023 — 11/2024
Blackpool, Lancashire
[JOB 01]

McDonald's

CREW
Crew Member
  • Worked across kitchen and front counter systems during busy rushes.
  • Built a solid habit of working fast as part of a team while keeping everything clean and accurate.
03/2022 — 02/2023
Blackpool, Lancashire
"where I started"
// CAREER PROGRESSION & TRANSFERABLE SKILLS (JOB 01 → JOB 05)

How My Jobs Connect to Engineering

HANDS-ON DIAGNOSTICS
Car Cosmetics ([JOB 03])

Real workshop fault-finding on vehicle electrics, sensors, brakes, and mechanical assemblies.

SAFETY & SENSOR CHECKS
Pleasure Beach Resort ([JOB 02])

Daily pre-opening mechanical, restraint, and sensor inspections on heavy amusement rides under strict safety rules.

LEADERSHIP UNDER PRESSURE
Wetherspoons ([JOB 05])

Promoted to Bar Team Leader in Feb 2026 — coordinating staff, cellar systems, and service for 1,000s of patrons.