Hemi Tuki
Christchurch,CAN
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Fitter with extensive experience at Citycare Water, excelling in pump rebuilds and preventive maintenance. Proven track record of enhancing machinery performance and safety compliance, achieving zero incidents during confined space work. Strong collaborator and mentor, dedicated to fostering team skills and delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Fitter
Citycare Water
04.2016 - 09.2025
- Maintained and repaired a wide range of industrial machinery and equipment, ensuring consistent performance and minimal downtime.
- Performed skilled overhauls, diagnostics, and repairs on pump systems, optimising flow, seal integrity, and operational life.
- Ensured strict adherence to safety protocols, leading by example and fostering a culture of safety in all tasks.
- Operated hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment accurately to isolate and correct faults.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing unplanned outages and extending machinery lifespan.
- Conducted gas detection and enforced safety procedures during confined space entries, ensuring regulatory and site compliance.
- Carried out maintenance and repair tasks in challenging wet‑well environments with high safety awareness.
- Mentored and coached junior staff, sharing technical knowledge and best practices to improve team skill levels and efficiency.
Self Employed
Fonterra Darfield Dryers 1 & 2 Project (GEA Process Engineering) Synlait Powder Factory Dryer 3 ProjectOceania Dairy ProjectGlenavy (Synlait) Project
01.2012 - 11.2016
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Conducted gas detection and safely performed confined space entries inside large and small processing tanks.
- Utilised dye penetrant inspection techniques to detect cracks, pinholes or defects, and carried out required remedial weld repairs.
- Fabricated and installed pipework of various diameters and wall thicknesses, ensuring precise fit‑up, alignment and meets specification.
- Fabricated and installed pipework of various diameters and wall thicknesses, ensuring precise fit‑up, alignment and meets specification.
- Achievements:
- Contributed to the successful completion of Darfield Dryer 2 (30 tonnes/hr dryer) meeting design capacity and quality standards.
- Ensured safety compliance throughout, with zero safety incidents related to confined space or gas hazards during my involvement.
- Improved weld quality by proactively detecting and repairing defects (cracks, pinholes) to avoid rework or downtime.
- Delivered pipework and installation work with precision, reducing fit‑up adjustments and maintaining strong alignment tolerance.
Education
Mechanical Engineering General Engineering Level 4 -
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZSkills
- Pump Rebuilds:Disassembly and reassembly of various pump types Precision alignment and adjustment of pump components Bearing replacement and lubrication for optimal pump performance Troubleshooting and diagnosing pump issues
- TIG Welding:Proficient in Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding techniques Welding of diverse materials, including stainless steel and other alloysWelding in various positions Weld quality inspection and defect repair
- Polishing:Surface preparation and finishing for stainless steel components Application of polishing techniques to achieve desired surface quality Inspection and quality control of polished components
- Maintenance Fitting:Installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems Use of hand tools, power tools, and machining equipment Preventive maintenance planning and execution Knowledge of equipment specifications and technical documentation
- Machinery Alignment:dial indicator alignment techniques Correction of misalignments to ensure efficient machinery operation Alignment checks for rotating equipment, including pumps and motors
- Metal Fabrication:Cutting, shaping, and assembling metal components Proficient in reading and interpreting fabrication drawings Use of fabrication tools such as grinders, saws
Timeline
Maintenance Fitter
Citycare Water
04.2016 - 09.2025
Self Employed
Fonterra Darfield Dryers 1 & 2 Project (GEA Process Engineering) Synlait Powder Factory Dryer 3 ProjectOceania Dairy ProjectGlenavy (Synlait) Project
01.2012 - 11.2016
Mechanical Engineering General Engineering Level 4 -
Ara Institute of Canterbury