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Dirend Sagar

Pakuraga,AUK

Summary

Dynamic Project Service Engineer with a proven track record at Heat and Control Limited, excelling in engineering drawing accuracy and project supervision. Adept in AutoCAD design and time management, I drive productivity improvements and ensure compliance with safety standards, consistently delivering on-time project milestones and enhancing operational efficiency.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Service Engineer

Heat and Control Limited
East Tamaki, Auckland
12.2022 - Current
  • Supervise project workflow and confirm correct and on-time deliveries.
  • Ensure that engineering drawings are accurate and complete. Interpret, add, and edit 2D (AutoCAD) and 3D (Inventor) as needed for the project.
  • Coordinate with other engineers, tradespeople, and subcontractors to manage, install, and commission machinery and equipment.
  • Perform service work, collaboration, repairs, or audits when required.
  • Assist the Spare Parts Coordinator in the smooth operation of the department.
  • Assist the sales team with technical queries.
  • Ensure all equipment supplied by Heat and Control complies with the current legislation regarding the safety of the operators.
  • Communicate with suppliers and customers via phone, email, and written reports.
  • Coordinate all domestic and international freighting.

Factory Manager

Corporate Management Services Limited
Valelevu, Suva
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Contributed to the commissioning process of the central bakery.
  • Coordinated daily production strategies aligned with retail shop demand.
  • Engineered processes and SOPs to boost productivity and elevate performance of both machines and personnel.
  • Compiled daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.
  • Developed and executed preventative maintenance schedules
  • Engaged with contractors and suppliers to optimize factory business processes.

Production Analyst

Goodman Fielder International
Suva , Suva
05.2022 - 07.2022
  • Compiled data and evaluated daily production
  • Performed data entry for production and stock movement.
  • Compile weekly production report and deliver recommendations for enhancements to management.
  • Involved in quality management frameworks such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22000, and FDA.
  • Contributed to OHS and safety compliance activities.

Factory Manager

PET Technology Limited
Walubay, Suva
09.2009 - 04.2022
  • Administer human resources operations for factory personnel.
  • Directed operations of three production lines: PET blow molding, soft drink line, and snack line.
  • Developed expertise as fitter/engineer in all three production lines, addressing electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic repair and service needs.
  • Integrated TIG welding into company operations in 2009 and contributed to all fabrication work (Arc, Gas, TIG welding) within factory.
  • Prepare daily, monthly, and annual production reports.
  • Collaborate with stock clerks to execute monthly and annual stock audits.
  • Schedule preventative maintenance initiatives and carry out actions.
  • Engage with production supervisors, team leaders, and the quality control department to drive initiatives for continuous improvement.
  • Manage breakdowns while maintaining minimal downtime.
  • Performed internal audits for ISO 9001 standard, validating compliance in role as M.R of committee.
  • Control factory inventory levels
  • Participated in multiple projects enhancing production line and processes for improvement.
  • Contributed to installation and commissioning of new snack line and soft drink line.

Technical Supervisor

Pleass Bevarages and Packaging Limited
Suva , Suva
10.2007 - 09.2009
  • Refurbished AVE filling machine and PET blow molding machine.
  • Performed all necessary fabrication and welding activities within factory environment.
  • Executed customer service tasks including installations of water cooler, mosquito magnet, and waterline filters.
  • Diagnosed and fixed breakdowns
  • Performed comprehensive preventative and corrective maintenance for all company equipment.
  • Developed SOPs and flowcharts for processes and equipment
  • Evaluated customer complaints and established systems to address such issues.
  • Facilitated weekly meetings with engineering department to discuss updates and enhancements.
  • Served as OHS Committee representative for department
  • Compiled breakdown and maintenance reports for engineering manager

Shift Supervisor

PET Technology Limited
Walubay, Suva
05.1999 - 09.2007
  • Managed production operations across rotational shifts (morning, afternoon, night).
  • Conducted breakdown assessments and executed service and maintenance tasks.
  • Documented production report at end of shift.
  • Guided new staff in mastering machine operations.
  • Oversaw adherence to quality control measures continuously
  • Maintained hourly check sheets for machine operations
  • Executed Arc welding for all fabrication tasks within factory

Education

MBA - Business Administration

University of The South Pacific
Suva
09-2016

Professional Diploma in Business Leadership - Business

University of The South Pacific
Suva
11-2013

Trade Certificate - Mechanical Engineering

Fiji Institute of Technology
Suva
08-2000

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Computer skills
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Supervision and leadership
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • AutoCAD design
  • Engineering drawing
  • 3D modeling

Timeline

Project Service Engineer

Heat and Control Limited
12.2022 - Current

Factory Manager

Corporate Management Services Limited
08.2022 - 12.2022

Production Analyst

Goodman Fielder International
05.2022 - 07.2022

Factory Manager

PET Technology Limited
09.2009 - 04.2022

Technical Supervisor

Pleass Bevarages and Packaging Limited
10.2007 - 09.2009

Shift Supervisor

PET Technology Limited
05.1999 - 09.2007

MBA - Business Administration

University of The South Pacific

Professional Diploma in Business Leadership - Business

University of The South Pacific

Trade Certificate - Mechanical Engineering

Fiji Institute of Technology
Dirend Sagar