ROHAN SHAMI
Raetihi,Manawatu
Summary
Detail oriented, adaptable Heavy Diesel Apprentice with over 2 years of hands-on experience. Skilled in inspecting, servicing, and repairing a variety of heavy trucks, trailers, log loaders, and wheel loaders.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Apprentice Diesel Mechanic
McCarthy Transport Ltd
Karioi, NZ
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained logging trucks to a standard that exceeds NZ COF requirements. Maintaining a 100% pass rate for over two years on a fleet of 20-25 truck and trailer units
- Completed assessments using the MITO portal, having now completed 90% of my apprenticeship in two years.
- Carried out routine maintenance on a variety of different trucks, trailers, log loaders and wheel loaders.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems on heavy vehicle engines, transmissions, differentials, steering, suspension, and braking systems, along with other associated parts.
- Carried out brake roller and shaker plate tests to ensure safe, effective brake and suspension performance.
- Welded broken parts and structural members, as required.
- Installed new or rebuilt parts in diesel engines, such as turbochargers, radiators, intercoolers, and manifolds.
- Adjusted valves on engines according to manufacturer specifications.
- Disassembled major assemblies, such as transmissions and differentials, to replace worn components.
- Tested electrical systems for shorts, grounds and continuity using multimeters.
- Rewired ignition systems, lights, CB and RT radio systems
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using diagnostic scan tools.
- Installed accessories and non-OEM components to meet the vehicle operator's needs.
- Ordered parts and supplies to stock the workshop and prepare for repair jobs.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes.
- Inspected and test drove vehicles before returning them to service.
- Maintained detailed records of all work performed on each vehicle and equipment.
Farm Mechanic / Farm Hand
Simons Farming Ltd
Raetihi, NZ
07.2022 - Current
- Carried out routine servicing of farm machinery, motorbikes, side by sides, etc.
- Repaired or replaced broken parts such as gears, bearings and sprockets.
- Replaced damaged tyres and tyre tubes.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Inspected livestock feed and water systems for proper function.
- Operated milking machines to ensure efficient milk collection and quality control.
- Monitored animal health and behavior to maintain herd welfare and productivity.
- Worked cooperatively with other staff members to ensure efficient operation of the dairy farm.
- Assisted with feeding, tagging, and treating calves.
- Cleaned and maintained the milking shed areas daily.
- Operated farm machinery, such as tractors.
- Collected samples from cows for testing purposes.
Slaughter Floor Worker
AFFCO Meats
Rangiuru, NZ
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Cutting off animal hides, removed unwanted components and cured for sale.
- Inspected and graded meat prior to processing.
- Suspended slaughtered animals to a chain conveyer for processing.
- Maintaining product integrity and optimized workflow while following good company manufacturing practices.
- Achieved demanding production schedules by using tools, processes and materials to process meat products.
- Tying strings around legs and neck of sheep carcasses for compacted exporting.
- Maintaining high hygiene standards throughout the working day.
Building Work Experience Course
Tai Tokerau Trades Academy
Dargaville, NZ
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Utilizing hand tools, screws, nails, dowel pins, glue, and or other fasteners to assemble and attach items to create frames or props.
- Use of woodworking machines, carpenters hand tools or power tools to construct or repair items made of wood such as doors, frames, flooring and window frames.
- Checking the structures trueness through a plumb bob and level.
- Erecting scaffolding or ladders for construction above ground.
- Removing or working with hazardous materials or tools.
- Keeping track of activities in a written journal.
- Finishing woodwork or wallbound surfaces in homes or structures using paint, hand tools or panelling.
Education
NCEA Level 2 -
Dargaville High School
07-2022
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Mechanical repair
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Preventive Maintenance
- Welding and fabrication
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Solid independent worker
Certification
Level 4 NZ Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering (Specialising in Road Transport) to be completed in 2026
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Apprentice Diesel Mechanic
McCarthy Transport Ltd
07.2023 - Current
Slaughter Floor Worker
AFFCO Meats
03.2023 - 05.2023
Farm Mechanic / Farm Hand
Simons Farming Ltd
07.2022 - Current
Building Work Experience Course
Tai Tokerau Trades Academy
01.2022 - 07.2022
NCEA Level 2 -
Dargaville High School