Jack King
Wanaka,Otago
Summary
Grown up on a Vineyard and moved on to Engineering with the love for machinery and problem solving to Become Detail-oriented Heavy Fabrication Engineer with expertise many different welding techniques . Proven problem-solving abilities
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Fabrication Engineer
Mt Iron Engineering
Wanaka , Otago
01.2023 - Current
- Fabricated and repaired metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Maintained a clean work area
- Operated forklifts and telehandlers to move large components around the shop floor.
- Assisted in training new welders on equipment and processes.
- Repaired a large range of transport / Agriculture / earthmoving equipment to high standards
- Trained new personnel on proper use of engineering tools and methods.
- Finished projects on time and within budget.
- Performed a wide range of site installs and repairs
general fabrication apprentice
Aspiring Engineering
Wanaka , Otago
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Operated guillotine and pan folders.
- Fabricated and repaired a wide range of components Using ARC, MIG and Tig welding
- Assisted in design and development of engineering projects.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Apprentice Engineer
Site weld Limited
Cromwell , Otago
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Assisted in welding operations using ARC, MIG and TIG processes.
- Documented project progress and materials utilized for reporting purposes.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
- Maintained records of all maintenance activities performed on machines and equipment.
Bike Mechanic
Bike it now
Cromwell, Otago
02.2019 - 09.2020
- worked as a bike mechanic and retails assistant
- Diagnosed mechanical issues
- Performed regular maintenance and tune-ups
Seasonal Worker
Felton Road wines
Bannockburn , Otago
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Operated a wide range of vineyard machinery.
- Repaired irrigation leaks and blowouts, pre-season checks.
- Repaired wires and a small amount of fencing.
- Day-to-day, looking after livestock.
Education
Southern Institute of Technology
Invercargill, NZSkills
- ARC welding, MIG welding,TIG welding
- Strong attention to detail
- Very mechanically minded
- Equipment maintenance
- Metal fabrication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Employee training
- High work ethic
Accomplishments
Top student level 3 heavy fabrication 2025
Hobbies
- Hunting
- Camping
- mountain biking
- Freediving
references
Cory Johnson - Mt Iron Engineering
+64 21 485758
Rod Bowler - Aspiring Engineers
+64 274335132
Thomas Jacob - Site weld limited
+64 6423467
Gareth King - Felton Road wines
+64 21 445905
Timeline
Heavy Fabrication Engineer
Mt Iron Engineering
01.2023 - Current
general fabrication apprentice
Aspiring Engineering
04.2021 - 12.2022
Apprentice Engineer
Site weld Limited
09.2020 - 04.2021
Bike Mechanic
Bike it now
02.2019 - 09.2020
Seasonal Worker
Felton Road wines
01.2018 - 09.2020
Southern Institute of Technology