JAMES WEHIPEIHANA
Mount Wellington,Auckland
Summary
Adept at navigating complex hydraulic systems and proficient in hazardous materials handling, I significantly enhanced operational efficiency at Azzcon Concrete Pumping. My hands-on mechanical skills, coupled with a proactive approach to vehicle inspection and maintenance, ensure peak performance and safety. Demonstrating leadership in first aid, I prioritize team well-being alongside achieving ambitious targets.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Hose Assembler
Alfagomma
Emerald QLD, Emerald
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Cleaned work area and equipment regularly to maintain a safe working environment.
- Inspected, tested, and adjusted completed units to ensure that units meet specifications, tolerances, and customer order requirements.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Assisted in the development of new products through prototyping, testing, and design review meetings.
- Utilized templates and read measurements to position parts and subassemblies.
- Operated and maintained equipment in a clean and safe condition.
- Read and interpreted schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, and reports.
Delivery Driver
Browns Express
Emerald Qld, Emerald
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Identified mechanical problems with vehicles, completed basic repairs and helped coordinate more serious maintenance needs.
- Assisted warehouse personnel in packing orders when necessary.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Loaded and unloaded vehicles at distribution center and delivery address.
- Verified deliveries against shipping instructions prior to delivering to customers.
Property Consultant
Diamond lawn and Garden maintenance
Emerald QLD, Emerald
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding services offered.
- Consulted with clients to recommend lawn care practices and treatments for lawn improvement.
- Provided advice on proper care of lawns and gardens.
- Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
- Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
- Performed mulching around trees and garden beds to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Maintained equipment in good working condition, performing regular checks and minor repairs.
Operator
CQ laundry
Emerald QLD, Emerald
07.2019 - 04.2021
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures at all times.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on all equipment used in the laundry operation.
- Tested fabrics in inconspicuous places to determine solvent damage to dyes or fabrics.
pump truck operater
Azzcon concrete pumping
Geelong, VIC
03.2015 - 07.2019
- Monitored gauges and indicators to ensure the safe functioning of the pump truck.
- Provided assistance with repairs or maintenance work on pumps if needed.
- Adhered to all local laws regarding transportation of hazardous materials through public roads.
- Orchestrated processing to mover material, utilizing capacities of pipelines, valve manifolds, pumps and tankage.
- Connected pump hoses and pipelines to transfer material.
- Maintained accurate records of material transported via the pump truck.
poultry tecnician
Farm Pride Foods Ltd
Lethbridge, VIC
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
- Inspected materials and equipment regularly to check for potential hazards and machine defects.
- Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
Operator/ Vineyard Maintenance
Ever Green Farms
Emerald, QLD
02.2013 - 02.2015
- Operations of tractor, backhoe, water truck
- Maintenance of chemical yard, machinery, stock and supplies
- Removal of posts and setting you fencing and anchors for vineyard
Assist Manager
Thrifty
Emerald, QLD
07.2010 - 12.2013
- With the day to day running of the business
- Detail and condition reports of vehicles
- Maintain equipment, vehicles and yard
- Phone enquiries, customer service, vehicle delivery
Machine Operator (Ruckle)
Prime Panels
Botany, New Zealand
04.2009 - 06.2010
- Liaise with customers, managers and supervisors
- Use and maintenance of all hand and power tools
- Trim, file, grind, debar, buff, or smooth surfaces, seams, or joints of assembled parts, Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floor, or other wooden fixtures
- Maintain records, documents actions, and present written progress report
Road works, Hot mix, Roller driver
Blacktop
Manukau, New Zealand
03.2007 - 01.2009
- Prepare work site with signs, cones and lights to ensure safety measures are met
- Divert traffic and use stop go sings
- Haul, Dump, Spread and tamp asphalt using pneumatic tampers
- Apply oil to road surfaces, using sprayers
New Zealand Machine operator
TDC Sawmill
Whangarei, New Zealand
10.2003 - 01.2007
- Examination and preparation of logs and equipment
- Set up and operate tend saws and machines, cut or trim wood to specified dimensions, such as band saws, multiple-blade sawing machines, scroll saws, rip saws, or crozier machines
- Sharpen blades or replace detective or worn blades or bands
- Dispose of waste material after completing work assignments
Maintenance Fitter
Housing New Zealand
Hamilton, VIC
05.2000 - 08.2003
- Preparation of work site including wash and treating surface, sanding, filling holes cracks, removing unwanted fittings, applications of surface protectors
- Applications of paint, stain vanish, enamel, using brushes, spray guns or rollers
- Polish final coats to specified finishes
T/A Wielder
Company Contract Engineering
Tokoroa, New Zealand
12.1996 - 01.2000
- Examine boilers, pressure valves, tanks, assembled vessels and individual components to locate any defects and Repair or replace
- Shape seams, Joints, or irregular edges of pressure vessel sections or structural parts to attain specified fit of part, using cutting torches, hammers, files or metal working machines
All rounder, Pruning, Planting
CNI Forest, Management LTD
Tokoroa, New Zealand
02.1994 - 11.1996
- Operate boom trucks, loaders, stump chippers, brush chippers, tractors, power saws, trucks, sprayers and working at heights
- Maintenence of equipment and tools
- All aspects of trimming, pruning, cabling and staking and branch removal, including styling of trees shrubbs ect
Education
High School - Year 12
Skills
- Route planning
- Hydraulic systems
- Hands-On Mechanical Skills
- Hazardous materials handling
- Vehicle inspection
- First aid training
Timeline
Hose Assembler
Alfagomma
06.2024 - 12.2024
Delivery Driver
Browns Express
04.2023 - 06.2024
Property Consultant
Diamond lawn and Garden maintenance
05.2022 - 04.2023
Operator
CQ laundry
07.2019 - 04.2021
pump truck operater
Azzcon concrete pumping
03.2015 - 07.2019
poultry tecnician
Farm Pride Foods Ltd
02.2015 - 01.2017
Operator/ Vineyard Maintenance
Ever Green Farms
02.2013 - 02.2015
Assist Manager
Thrifty
07.2010 - 12.2013
Machine Operator (Ruckle)
Prime Panels
04.2009 - 06.2010
Road works, Hot mix, Roller driver
Blacktop
03.2007 - 01.2009
New Zealand Machine operator
TDC Sawmill
10.2003 - 01.2007
Maintenance Fitter
Housing New Zealand
05.2000 - 08.2003
T/A Wielder
Company Contract Engineering
12.1996 - 01.2000
All rounder, Pruning, Planting
CNI Forest, Management LTD
02.1994 - 11.1996
High School - Year 12
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