Nikau Taine Rangihuna
te Puna,NEW ZEALAND
Summary
Water technician/ operator with experience at Downer NZ, excelling in new installations and emergency repairs. Proven troubleshooting skills and safety awareness ensure optimal service delivery. Proven experience on diggers always being efficient but always eager to learn more and gain more knowledge with gps. A hard worker with a great sense of humour, I thrive in team environments and am always eager to learn and adapt to new challenges. Never shy away from work and always keen on a good laugh. Open to gaining more knowledge and experience in the wider civil industry / drainage and operating.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator /Water Technician
Higgins
Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
07.2025 - Current
- Installation of new water mains and connections, 25mm - 450mm pe pipes.
- Operating machinery ( excavators, loaders, hydrema and other odd machinery)
- Assisted in pipe welding ( EF, butt welding )
- Assisted in pressure testing, chlorination, E. coli , pegging.
- Lend a hand in basic drainage works ( wanting to build knowledge on more )
- Trenching, benched and trench shields.
- Reinstatement work, backfilling, setting lids to finish level.
- Followed safety protocols and maintained equipment for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with crew to execute site plans and ensure project timelines.
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery to prevent downtime or issues.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors to report progress and challenges.
- Maintained a clean and organized worksite to promote safety and efficiency.
Operator /Water Technician
Downer NZ
Tauranga, New Zealand
01.2023 - 07.2025
- Assisted in installation, maintenance and repair of TCC and WBOP water infrastructure, ensuring optimal functionality.
- Learned safety protocols and best practices for efficient service delivery.
- Supported team in troubleshooting mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
- Operated tools and equipment following established guidelines for safe use.
- Operated machinery while navigating live services.
- Completed restoration work involving digger operations.
- Executed prompt repairs on water systems to minimise downtime and maintain client satisfaction.
- Created stable benched trenches (using digger).
- Executed installation of water mains utilizing multiple materials.
- Acquired skills in performing fusion welding operations.
- Responded to emergency calls to fix leaks and problems outside regular hours.
- Exhibited in-depth knowledge of water plans in Western Bay of Plenty and Tauranga City and knowledge of IDC standards.
- Operated excavators and other odd machines.
Education
Rotorua boys high school
Auckland boys Grammar School
Alfriston College
Papakura Normal School
Skills
- Power tool operation
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- First aid training
- Hazardous materials handling
- Welding techniques
- Vehicle operation
- Heavy machinery operation ( wtr )
- Pipe installation
- Pressure testing
- Confined space ticket
- Asbestos trained
- Work individually or in a crew
- Good communication
- Great sense of humour
- Hard worker
- Willing to obtain any tickets and gain any further experience
- Health and safety compliance
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Organization skills
Record Of Achievement
136237231, National Certificate of Educational Achievement (Level 2), 12/01/21, National Certificate of Educational Achievement (Level 1), 11/17/21
Licence
Full class 1 Licence
WTR
Value To Organization
- I will provide you with a reliable and hardworking attitude to tasks presented to me.
- I will be a positive member of your team, working well with everyone.
- I am a hands-on hard worker who is active and likes to get job done.
- I am willing to learn and take on as much knowledge as possible.
Personal Information
- Health Status: Excellent
- Date of Birth: 09/29/04
- Nationality: Maori (Nga Puhi, Ngati Porou)
Timeline
Operator /Water Technician
Higgins
07.2025 - Current
Operator /Water Technician
Downer NZ
01.2023 - 07.2025
Rotorua boys high school
Auckland boys Grammar School
Alfriston College
Papakura Normal School