Chris Ikitule
Conifer Grove,Auckland
Summary
I bring strong organizational skills and a willingness to tackle hard manual work while continuously learning and developing new skills. Working in a team environment is where I thrive, always striving for excellence in everything I undertake. I believe in the importance of a stable home environment, which contributes to my well-rounded nature. With an excellent employment history and a wealth of diverse experiences both personally and professionally, I am confident that I have much to offer.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utilities Operator
NZ Steel
09.2020 - Current
- O2 Operator assisting the plant O1 by monitoring and adjusting equipment settings based on operational needs.
- Tailings Operator by assisting the O1 Tailings Operator out in the field either changing or moving the guns, or whatever tasks is required in tailings for the day.
- Machine Operator managing the Cons pile, the Dissipator,Spin off pond and Trommel trash
Plant Operator
Pipe Mill, Hollows
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Crane operator loading and unloading trucks
Oiler-Person Plant Based
Hollows
05.2019 - 09.2019
- I was working as an Oilerperson for the Hollows
- Greased bearings, chains, and shafts.
- Assisted crew members during emergency situations, demonstrating quick thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Checked machines and components for malfunctions and maintenance needs.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, ensuring that all components of machinery were functioning properly and effectively.
- Improved equipment reliability by conducting regular maintenance checks and lubrication.
- Increased operational efficiency by proactively identifying worn-out parts or components before they caused major failures.
Caster Operator
Billets and Slab Caster
05.2018 - 05.2019
- I was a temp Operator for Billets and Slab Caster that year, which as an Operator, Communication and Team work and not to mention Safety is vital for the role
Oiler-Person Plant Based
Casting Steel Plant
07.2017 - 05.2018
- Was the Oiler-Person for the Casters which consists of Maintaining Plant Lubrication equipment to a Safe and acceptable standard so that plant reliability is maintained
Oiler Person
Sitewide
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Started training in the Melters, Rolling mills then the Steel Plant
- Greased bearings, chains, and shafts.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, ensuring that all components of machinery were functioning properly and effectively.
Labourer
IMG
02.2016 - 03.2016
- I was working as a Labourer during the Kiln 2 shut
Packer/Crane Driver Pickle Line
Glenbrook Steel Mill
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Company Overview: These roles at the Glenbrook Steel Mill were contracted positions with defined timelines
- I started at the Mill as a packer in the pickle line
- Three weeks into my employment they asked if I would train to become a crane driver
- Since this time as a crane driver my duties have included keeping the hot mill conveyor operational by removing the hot coils off using the crane in a timely manner, entering data into the computer system after each load and keeping the entry conveyor up to date with assigned coils
- These roles at the Glenbrook Steel Mill were contracted positions with defined timelines
Teachers Aid
Glenbrook School
08.2011 - 04.2015
- After volunteering at Glenbrook School for many years I was offered a paid position as a Teacher Aide working with a high needs, behavioural child
- During my 3 years at Glenbrook School, I have worked with various children who have needed a guiding hand to work through their own personal and developmental issues
- I supported the School in various sporting programmes and attended School camps in my capacity as a Teacher Aide
Home Executive/ Volunteer
08.2006 - 08.2011
- With four young children, my wife and I made the decision that one of us needed to be at home full time to maintain a strong family balance
- During these formative years, I also regularly volunteered coaching rugby teams and athletic programmes
Labourer
Formstress Precast Limited
06.2003 - 08.2006
- My role required me to work in a team setting up moulds for ribs, shell beams and flooring slabs and the pouring of concrete into the moulds
- I was also required to use the fork hoist to load and unload trucks of various products
Casual Labourer
12.2002 - 06.2003
Security Officer
Site Security Services
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Company Overview: Auckland Airport (Domestic & International)
- My role as a security guard required me to undertake gate clearances which required me to stop vehicles, check employee ID's and check vehicles for any substances of interest
- All persons entering the airport grounds required authorised entry - this required me to ascertain that they held the appropriate authority
- I was also required to perform daily perimeter checks to maintain a secure premises
- Throughout the day I would also process inward and outward goods
- In this role I was required to work various night and day shifts
- Auckland Airport (Domestic & International)
General Labourer
Dwyer Constructions
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Working for Dwyer Constructions I learnt many new skills including painting, landscaping, hammer hand and general labouring in an industrial environment
- These skills have been used throughout my years since on many projects at home and at my other places of employment
Assistant Manager
Restaurant Brands (KFC)
01.1991 - 01.2000
- Company Overview: Manukau
- I started at Restaurant Brands as a front counter operator but was quickly promoted to Assistant Manager
- As Assistant Manager I was required to train staff, undertake weekly rostering of staff, purchasing, stock ordering, maintaining stock, processing inward and outward goods, balancing of tills at the end of each day, banking, performance targets, customer services, holiday coverage at other branches and instigated the first 24 hour KFC franchise
- Manukau
Education
Higher School Certificate - English, Mathematics, Economics, Graphics and Design, Design Technology, Horticulture, Drama
Manurewa High School
01.1990
Skills
- SAP
- Machine Operator
- Harness Training
- Cherry Picker training
- Oiler Person Trained
- Confined Space
- Crane Operator
- First Aid Certificate (lapsed)
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Course
- Tips for Autism Course
- Fork Hoist (F endorsement)
- Site Safe Registration (lapsed)
- Leadership & supervision experience
- Capable of manual work
- Computer literate
- Safety Representative for the Plant
Personalinterests
- Rugby
- Athletics
- Music
- Sports
- Reading
- Cars
- Coaching
- DJing
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/13/71
- Nationality: New Zealander
- Marital Status: Married with four children
References
Cherie Frost, 027 213 6005
Professionalreferences
- Bruce Moulden, A Shift Team Co-ordinator (retired), Cold Finishing Dept, Glenbrook Steelmill, 027 4787812
- Lysandra Stuart, Principal, Glenbrook School, 022 432 4559
Certification
Safety Rep for the Plant
Timeline
Utilities Operator
NZ Steel
09.2020 - Current
Plant Operator
Pipe Mill, Hollows
09.2019 - 09.2020
Oiler-Person Plant Based
Hollows
05.2019 - 09.2019
Caster Operator
Billets and Slab Caster
05.2018 - 05.2019
Oiler-Person Plant Based
Casting Steel Plant
07.2017 - 05.2018
Oiler Person
Sitewide
07.2016 - 06.2017
Labourer
IMG
02.2016 - 03.2016
Packer/Crane Driver Pickle Line
Glenbrook Steel Mill
02.2015 - 01.2016
Teachers Aid
Glenbrook School
08.2011 - 04.2015
Home Executive/ Volunteer
08.2006 - 08.2011
Labourer
Formstress Precast Limited
06.2003 - 08.2006
Casual Labourer
12.2002 - 06.2003
Security Officer
Site Security Services
01.2001 - 01.2002
General Labourer
Dwyer Constructions
01.2001 - 01.2002
Assistant Manager
Restaurant Brands (KFC)
01.1991 - 01.2000
Higher School Certificate - English, Mathematics, Economics, Graphics and Design, Design Technology, Horticulture, Drama
Manurewa High School
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