Michael Hill
Dunedin
Summary
Adept Site Maintenance Engineer with a proven track record at Agresearch, enhancing equipment efficiency and safety through preventive maintenance and energy-efficient upgrades. Skilled in HVAC and Plumbing Systems, I excel in troubleshooting and root cause analysis. My commitment to safety procedures and effective communication has consistently improved operational performance and customer satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Maintenance Engineer
Agresearch
01.2019 - Current
- Reduced downtime through efficient troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Performed troubleshooting and repair for complex electrical equipment.
- Organized and directed maintenance shutdowns and startups.
- Documented maintenance activities and confirmed compliance with relevant regulations.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
- Maintained strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, securing high-quality parts at competitive prices for the company.
- Visually inspected and tested machinery and equipment, performing routine preventive maintenance.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular inspections, identifying hazards, and recommending corrective actions.
- Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments before undertaking any maintenance activities to mitigate potential hazards effectively.
- Coordinated with external vendors for timely completion of critical repairs and upgrades.
- Achieved significant energy savings by retrofitting older equipment with energy-efficient components.
- Run Boiler and HVAC systems, enhancing energy efficiency and occupant comfort.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
- Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
Plumber
Laser Plumbing
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment
- Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings following local building codes and regulations.
- Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers.
- Performed regular maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent costly future repairs for customers.
- Upgraded outdated plumbing systems to modern standards enhancing functionality while increasing property value for clients.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- Customized plumbing systems to meet specific client needs, increasing customer satisfaction.
Education
Trade Certified Plumber -
Otago Boys High School
Dunedin 1994
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- HVAC systems
- Heating systems
- Valve maintenance
- First aid and CPR
- Fall protection
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Safety procedures
- Building maintenance
- Energy efficiency improvement
- General Plumbing
- Safety monitoring
- Facility maintenance
Accomplishments
- Achieved site improvements by introducing an updated service and repair program with a focus on energy reduction.
Certification
- Trade certified Plumber
- First Aid Certification
- Forklift Certification
Timeline
Site Maintenance Engineer
Agresearch
01.2019 - Current
Plumber
Laser Plumbing
01.2015 - 01.2019
Trade Certified Plumber -
Otago Boys High School
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