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Gustavo Oliveira

Tauranga,NZ

Summary

Knowledgeable Locomotive Engineer with 2 years of train and locomotive experience including solo and second man operation. Successful at following detailed routes and schedules with knowledge of general repairs and strong customer service. Committed to ensuring customer needs are met and dedicated to thorough maintenance and inspections. Excellent problem solving skills with a focus on safety and safe working.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Locomotive Engineer

Kiwirail
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
09.2021 - Current
  • Driving/operating and shunting freight trains in the Waikato and BOP region of New Zealand
  • Experience with heavy haul, long distance, shift work and working at inland ports, Tauranga port and customer sidings
  • Observe track conditions for any obstructions or repairs that may be necessary along route
  • Follow emergency procedures if derailment or other accidents occurred while operating train
  • Report all delays or mechanical problems encountered during shifts to supervisor immediately

Elementary School Assistant

Kunimi B.O.E
Fukushima, Japan
07.2017 - 07.2021
  • Cared for children outside of normal school hours
  • Assisted students with homework and organised sports activities and events
  • Supervised students on field trips and monitored their safety at all times.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance, disciplinary issues or any other concerns that arose
  • Conducted activities such as art projects, group games and outdoor playtime.

Warehouse Assistant

Evolution Cycles
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
12.2016 - 07.2017
  • Received and dispatched bicycles and other products to customers and other shops
  • Built bicycles; inspected bicycles and products
  • Verified stock inventory levels and maintained records of items shipped and received.
  • Organised warehouse floor to ensure efficient storage of goods
  • Maintained a clean work area in the warehouse, keeping it free from dust and dirt

Automotive Mechanic

Pacific Toyota
Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
12.2011 - 12.2016
  • Repaired, serviced, and inspected cars
  • Performed basic maintenance and repair services on vehicles such as changing oil, replacing air filters, rotating tires, and inspecting brakes
  • Tested drive systems following repairs to ensure they were functioning properly before returning them to customers
  • Cleaned shop area daily to maintain a safe working environment

Education

Locomotive Engineer NZQA Level 4 - Railroad And Railway Transportation

Manufacturing, Engineering And Logistics
Wellington, NZ
09-2023

NZ Certificate in Rail Yard Operation, NZQA Level 3 - Railroad And Railway Transportation

Manufacturing, Engineering And Logistics
Wellington, NZ
04-2022

National Certificate in Motor Industry, Level 2 - Automotive Mechanics

Bay Of Plenty Polytechnic
Tauranga, NZ
12-2015

Toyota Pro Technician Certificate - Automotive Mechanics

Pacific Toyota
Tauranga, NZ
08-2014

High School Diploma -

Polytechnic School of Agriculture
Rio Das Pedras, Sao Paulo, Brazil
12-2005

Skills

  • Strong organisation and decision-making
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Professionalism
  • Emergency response
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Initiative & problem-solving
  • Adaptability & flexibility
  • Strong coaching skills

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Japanese
Limited
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual

Affiliations

2023, Treasurer/secretary for the Rail, Transport and Maritime Union (BOP, NZ)

2017, Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Tauranga, NZ)

2008, Black Belt in Judo (Fukushima, Japan)

Timeline

Locomotive Engineer

Kiwirail
09.2021 - Current

Elementary School Assistant

Kunimi B.O.E
07.2017 - 07.2021

Warehouse Assistant

Evolution Cycles
12.2016 - 07.2017

Automotive Mechanic

Pacific Toyota
12.2011 - 12.2016

Locomotive Engineer NZQA Level 4 - Railroad And Railway Transportation

Manufacturing, Engineering And Logistics

NZ Certificate in Rail Yard Operation, NZQA Level 3 - Railroad And Railway Transportation

Manufacturing, Engineering And Logistics

National Certificate in Motor Industry, Level 2 - Automotive Mechanics

Bay Of Plenty Polytechnic

Toyota Pro Technician Certificate - Automotive Mechanics

Pacific Toyota

High School Diploma -

Polytechnic School of Agriculture

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