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Divan Pretorius

Cambridge New Zealand

Summary

I have seven years of experience on trackless mobile machinery as an Auto Electrician and heavy-duty mechanic. I migrated to New Zealand in 2018 and qualified as an Automotive Mechanic giving me five years of experience at Ebbett Skoda. I then joined the team at Total Access Hamilton and obtained my EWP operator license and work as a high performing EWP technician.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

EWP Field Technician

Total Access Hamilton
10.2023 - Current
  • Inspect and maintain EWPS for any defects or issues.
  • Diagnose problems, repairing or replacing faulty components and ensuring equipment is returned to safe and efficient order
  • Servicing of EWPs and Forklifts
  • Troubleshooting and diagnostics when attending breakdowns.
  • Communicating with customers to understand their needs and address any concerns.
  • Pre hire inspections.
  • Auto electrical and mechanical fault finding.

Automotive Mechanic

Ebbett Skoda Hamilton
06.2018 - 10.2023
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex automotive issues using advanced diagnostic equipment and tools.
  • Dismantle and remove engines, systems and other components, and checking parts.
  • Perform scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications and engine tune ups.
  • Reassemble engines and parts after being repaired.
  • Diagnose and test parts with the assistance of computers.

Assistant Manager

Hartbees Granite
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Organized schedules, workflows and shift coverage to meet expected business demands.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback

Automotive Electrician

Glencore Eland Platinum Mine
01.2009 - 12.2015
  • Install new electronic components into vehicles.
  • Diagnose problems with electronic components in vehicles.
  • Maintain and repair electronic components in clients’ vehicles.
  • Utilize a wide variety of tools to repair parts as efficiently as possible.
  • Fitment of hydraulic systems.

Education

High School Diploma -

Die Hoerskool Wagpos
South-Africa Brits
12-2017

Skills

  • Field operations
  • Safety management
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Following safety practices
  • Teamwork

Timeline

EWP Field Technician

Total Access Hamilton
10.2023 - Current

Automotive Mechanic

Ebbett Skoda Hamilton
06.2018 - 10.2023

Assistant Manager

Hartbees Granite
01.2015 - 01.2018

Automotive Electrician

Glencore Eland Platinum Mine
01.2009 - 12.2015

High School Diploma -

Die Hoerskool Wagpos
Divan Pretorius