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Mike Punt has a diverse work experience spanning over 26 years. Mike began their career as a Stock Controller at SIFAM TINSLEY INSTRUMENTATION LIMITED in 1994. Mike then worked as a Manufacturing Engineer at Delphi from 1995 to 1996, followed by a similar role at Smiths Group plc from 1996 to 2000. From 2000 to 2003, Mike worked as a Manufacturing Engineer at City Technology before joining Talk training as a Skills Consultant & NVQ Assessor from 2003 to 2005.

In 2005, Mike became the Head of Engineering Department at Eastleigh College until 2008, when they transitioned to South Downs College as the Head of Engineering Department. Mike held this position until January 2016 when they were promoted to the role of Director of Curriculum - STEM.

In 2016, Mike joined the University of Portsmouth as the Lead Academic - Degree Apprenticeships and Employer Engagement. In this role, they engaged with employers to determine local demand and match it to the university's provision. Mike then served as the Director of Learning at Work and Apprenticeships, overseeing Degree Apprenticeships across the university, including sales, marketing, applications, contracts, and compliance.

Overall, Mike's work experience exhibits their expertise in engineering, curriculum development, employer engagement, and apprenticeships.

Mike Punt received a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) degree in Manufacturing Systems Engineering from Coventry University, completing their studies from 1990 to 1994.