Justin R Vano
3/82A Princes Street Otahuhu,AUK
Summary
Greeting
- Trades Tutor - 2 years of experience.
- Welding Fabricator - 2 to 3 years of experience.
- Land Surveyor – 2 years of experience.
Strong development in engineering, with a heavy focus on health and safety quality, ensures that the workspace follows safety.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
New Zealand Welding School (Solomon Group)
Wiri, Auckland
06.2024 - Current
- Developed lesson plans tailored to the needs of each student.
- Organized group activities to allow students to practice problem-solving skills.
- Created a positive learning environment by encouraging open communication between the tutor, teacher, and students' family members.
- Helped students develop critical thinking skills by engaging them in interactive dialogue about challenging concepts.
- Encouraged students to ask questions and participate in discussions.
- Utilized different methods such as audio and visual aids, lectures, demonstrations, or hands-on activities to enhance learning outcomes.
- Introduction: Demonstration of welding procedures: MMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW.
- Provided guidance and support on health, safety and environmental regulations.
Bonner
Auckland Meat Processor
Great South Road, Auckland
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Restocked butcher paper rolls onto spindles located around the work area.
- Provided assistance in training new employees in the proper use of meat-cutting tools.
- Cleaned work areas, including counters, floors, walls, and equipment, using safe sanitizing solutions.
- Cut meat efficiently by breaking the product down into sub-primal and retail cuts.
- Skillfully operated cutting tools and machinery to trim, slice, and cut meat according to customer specifications.
- Packaged, weighed, and labeled meat products accurately for retail sale.
- Cut, wrapped, weighed, and labeled orders for customers.
Food Preparation Worker
Scalzo Food Industry
Highbrook, Auckland
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Measured ingredients required for specific food items being prepared.
- Disposed of leftover food following health code guidelines.
- Labeled containers with identifying information like date prepared and expiration dates.
- Packaged and stored food products appropriately for proper handling and preservation.
- Monitored stock levels and reported low supply situations.
Meat Processor
Alliance Meat Work
Dannevirke , Manawatu
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Cleaned work areas between production runs by removing any debris or residue from machines or floors using cleaning chemicals.
- Utilized knives to portion large cuts into smaller sizes appropriate for further processing or sale as-is.
- Developed processes for efficient utilization of trim pieces from processed meats.
- Trained new employees on proper use of machines, safety procedures and quality control techniques.
- Packaged final product items into trays or containers based on size, weight and type specifications.
- Implemented process improvements that increased product
- Butchered carcasses to remove unwanted components and prepare for further processing.
- Used powered equipment such as saws, knives, and skinner machines to complete efficient meat processing.
Surveyor Assistant
Landholding Limited
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Built and maintained current maps for use by field professionals.
- Delegated assignments and coordinated work of junior team members.
- Analyzed and verified surface modeling by measuring ground control points with surveying equipment.
- Developed survey maps with legal metes and bounds.
- Used manual and robotic field surveying techniques to complete accurate work.
- Surveyed locations to ascertain natural and man-made surfaces, assessing underground and underwater elements using electronic distance-measuring equipment.
Site Project Assistance
CCL: Civil Contractor Limited
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Identified, assessed and managed risks associated with site projects.
- Negotiated contracts with subcontractors while ensuring they meet all required standards.
- Developed detailed project plans and schedules to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Generated weekly reports outlining progress updates, budget information, timeline changes.
- Prepared comprehensive documentation detailing every aspect of the project including scope, objectives, timelines, budgets.
- Employed cost management techniques to maintain budget and increase revenue.
Surveyor Assistant
Mcconnell Dowell
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Ensured that all equipment used is calibrated properly before use.
- Operated surveying equipment like total stations, GPS receivers and levels.
- Assisted surveyors in field work such as boundary surveys, topographic surveys and construction layout surveys.
- Measured land boundaries using electronic distance measuring devices.
- Transcribed handwritten notes into digital formats for easy storage and retrieval.
- Monitored weather conditions during outdoor assignments to ensure accuracy of results.
- Performed calculations to determine elevations, angles and distances using surveying instruments.
- Created maps using AutoCAD software from field data collected by surveyors.
- Maintained records of data collected onsite, including measurements, photographs and sketches.
Carpenter
John Short Construction
02.2015 - 06.2018
- Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
- Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
- Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
- Assisted in the installation of metal framing systems for commercial construction projects.
- Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
- Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
- Installed cabinets, fixtures and trim according to plans and blueprints.
- Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
Apprentice Automotive Mechanic
Island Car & Bike Hire
10.2014 - 10.2015
- Worked closely with customers to explain potential problems with their vehicles.
- Adjusted steering column brackets to ensure proper alignment of the steering wheel.
- Performed regular maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts including belts, hoses, brakes, shocks and struts.
- Tested driveability of vehicles after repairs were completed.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
Apprentice Chef
Sea Salt Takeaway
07.2015 - 09.2015
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen area.
- Organized workstations with necessary ingredients and cooking equipment.
- Managed waste appropriately by separating recyclables from non-recyclable items.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and other kitchen utensils using appropriate cleaning products.
- Helped experienced chefs prepare dishes for customers.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as mixers, blenders, slicers, ovens, grills and fryers.
- Prepared, cooked and served meals according to recipes and menus.
Maintenance Mechanic
Air Rarotonga
02.2014 - 08.2014
- Repaired or replaced defective parts, using hand tools and power tools.
- Performed preventive maintenance on hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts to maintain efficient operation of machines.
- Applied lubricants to all moving parts on a regular basis.
- Cleaned work areas after completing tasks to ensure safety compliance.
Education
Certificate in Specialized Welding Level 4 - Welding
NZWTS
Wiri, NZ03-2024
Certificate in Welding Level 3 - Welding
NZWTS
Wiri, NZ07-2023
Certificate In Foundation Trades Training Level 2 - Welding
NZWTS
Wiri, NZ06-2023
Certificate in Comprehensive First-Aid - First Aid
Cook Island Red Cross
Cook Island07-2019
Certificate Section 2 Top Student Excellent Award - Army Training
New Zealand Defense Force
Cook Island08-2014
Some College (No Degree) - NZQA Level 1
Nukutere College
Cook Island12-2013
Skills
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Communication
- Commitment
- Creative thinker
- Attention to details
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Skills development
- Team collaboration
- Risk assessment
- Health and Safety Rep
Languages
English
Professional
Maori
Limited
Affiliations
- Reef Fishing
- Reading
- Drawing
- Future Planing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Tutor
New Zealand Welding School (Solomon Group)
06.2024 - Current
Bonner
Auckland Meat Processor
05.2023 - 01.2024
Food Preparation Worker
Scalzo Food Industry
10.2022 - 04.2023
Meat Processor
Alliance Meat Work
12.2021 - 05.2022
Surveyor Assistant
Landholding Limited
09.2021 - 11.2021
Site Project Assistance
CCL: Civil Contractor Limited
02.2021 - 08.2021
Surveyor Assistant
Mcconnell Dowell
07.2018 - 12.2020
Apprentice Chef
Sea Salt Takeaway
07.2015 - 09.2015
Carpenter
John Short Construction
02.2015 - 06.2018
Apprentice Automotive Mechanic
Island Car & Bike Hire
10.2014 - 10.2015
Maintenance Mechanic
Air Rarotonga
02.2014 - 08.2014
Certificate in Specialized Welding Level 4 - Welding
NZWTS
Certificate in Welding Level 3 - Welding
NZWTS
Certificate In Foundation Trades Training Level 2 - Welding
NZWTS
Certificate in Comprehensive First-Aid - First Aid
Cook Island Red Cross
Certificate Section 2 Top Student Excellent Award - Army Training
New Zealand Defense Force
Some College (No Degree) - NZQA Level 1
Nukutere College
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