SIVASANKARAN SIVALINGAM
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages
Summary
Experienced with strengths in repairs supervision, diagnostics, and customer communication. Focused on quality workmanship, efficient workflow, and reliable service delivery on high end cars and classic vintage .etc
Skilled in troubleshooting, quality checks, and keeping customers informed. Known for attention to detail, problem-solving, and maintaining high service standards.
Hands-on workshop professional tools/special tools .Trusted for clear communication, strong diagnostic skills, and the ability to resolve customer complaints while supporting smooth daily operations.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, willing to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Research on unknown product, parts and learn to understand more of it. Willingness to learn and tackle challenges,go extra mile.
Work History
Workshop Manager
EMINENT TIRE AUTOMOTIVE
SINGAPORE
09.2025 - 08.2026
- To ensure daily workshop workflow and support hands on for vehicle repair and services.
- Arrange technician for car repairs and maintain service standard.
- Check on repairs to ensure diagnosis and quality workmanship. Test car and ensure car out in clean look.
- To ensure customer complaint is fixeded and settled.
- To advise customer the best solution on car issues
- Ensure workshop is clean before opening and closing shop.
- Keeping customer updated on repair progress.
- To update situations on job done to the operation manager and admins on completion of car and prices quoted.
Senior Automotive Technician
MB Performance
Singapore
06.2011 - 09.2025
- Diagnosed complex engine, electrical, and drivability issues using advanced scan tools and test equipment.
- Oversesa jobs and demonstration and coaching on gearbox repair (GTR35) and building track car for Thailand workshop ,assist jobs.
- Repaired brakes, suspension, steering, and powertrain systems to restore vehicle reliability.
- Performed manufacturer-level maintenance and preventive service on high-performance automotive systems.
- Inspected customer vehicles for safety, wear, and performance concerns before repair recommendations.
- Verified completed repairs through road testing, quality checks, and final system validation.
- Maintained a clean work environment that adhered to company standards while promoting professionalism.
- Conducted thorough inspections to identify potential issues, preventing costly repairs or breakdowns later on.
- Delivered high-quality preventive maintenance services, extending the life of vehicles while maintaining customer loyalty.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventive maintenance.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Delegated and supervised vehicle bodywork to the body team for restoration and remediation.
Automotive Mechanic's Apprentice
Formula Mb
Malaysia
04.2008 - 05.2010
- Learning about cars and tools.
- Basic self taught on gearbox
- Basic use of welding and heavy machine, tire machine
- Learn on welding half cut and track car according to FIA stand rules and regulation
- Dyno run and simple tuning
- Drifting and representing company for roadshow in drifting and promoting workshop.
Store Keeper
Euro Atlantic
Malaysia
04.2007 - 01.2008
- Managed inventory records, ensuring accurate stock levels across storage areas and issuing points.
- Received, inspected, and organized incoming supplies according to storage and quality standards.
- Controlled stock rotation to prevent shortages, damage, and expired materials.
- Maintained clean, secure storage areas while enforcing safety and handling procedures.
- Received product shipments and organized in the stockroom storage area.
- Operated forklifts and hand trucks to restock department supply locations.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
Marketing Executive
Euro Atlantic Sdn Bhd
Malaysia
02.2006 - 08.2007
- Quality check on all fresh produce item, especially air flown in from overseas/local supplier.
- To make sure packers pack proper sizing and freshness due to special request by major hotels and restaurants.
- Do a daily stock take and check goods in containers and report to Sales manager and procurement department.
- Prepare advance order for Tesco and Giant supermarket, Salmon/Strawberry/Frozen Seafood and etc.
- To visit a vegetables farm and ensuring the cleanliness of their packing area and delivery method
- To plan with advertising company on events
- Ensure delivery trucks leave office on time for deliveries and cleanliness of truck and worker.
- Support help when in need of urgent deliveries.
Education
High School Diploma -
SMK Hulu Kelang
Malaysia12-1998
Skills
- Workshop organization
- Inventory coordination
- Supply management
- Repair expertise
- Scheduling and planning
- Creative problem-solving
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Hand and power tools
- Vehicle repairs
- Fabrication experience
- Customer service
- Written and verbal communication
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Task prioritization
- Analytical problem-solving
- Self motivation
- Effective troubleshooting
- Workshop supervision
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Malay
Advanced (C1)
Hokkien
Advanced (C1)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Upper intermediate (B2)
Chinese (Cantonese)
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Workshop Manager
EMINENT TIRE AUTOMOTIVE
09.2025 - 08.2026
Senior Automotive Technician
MB Performance
06.2011 - 09.2025
Automotive Mechanic's Apprentice
Formula Mb
04.2008 - 05.2010
Store Keeper
Euro Atlantic
04.2007 - 01.2008
Marketing Executive
Euro Atlantic Sdn Bhd
02.2006 - 08.2007
High School Diploma -
SMK Hulu Kelang