Ruadhri O'Connell
Wanaka,OTA
Summary
I love anything to do with engines. I own a Nissan Primera which I've worked on - switching out the suspension and replacing the CV joint - so I'm familiar with engines and a wide array of tools. I've built using other materials also - a kennel run for my dog; helped building shelving at home; I'm currently building my own longbow - I'm a member of Upper Clutha Archers.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Workshop Assistant
Select Engineering
06.2022 - Current
- I currently work two days a week at Select Engineering in Wanaka where I help the engineers with their work whether it be; - Metal fabrication - Welding for workshop projects - Cutting metal - Cleaning up - I built a steel fabrication table that involved accurate measurements - Training in forklift driving - I have thorough knowledge and use of different power tools, I've been adept with a drill since I was 7 years old.
- Assisted equipment operators in alignment, movement and adjustment of equipment and materials.
- Lubricated and cleaned machines and work tools to maintain optimum performance.
- Adhered to quality assurance, performance and compliance standards.
Sign Writer Assistant
Wanaka Signs
01.2020 - Current
- Applied vinyl to Coreflute and ACM.
Kitchen Hand
Raspberry Creek
11.2021 - 06.2022
- I worked for Raspberry Creek for almost a year; - Catering for weddings and funerals - Private functions - Food prep and clean up - Chef's Table at Rippon Vineyard, dish hand - becoming comfortable working in a fast paced, stressful environment.
Education
Mechanical Engineering
Home Schooled
Otago Polytech, Mechanical Engineering Appren 202412.2026
Skills
- Strong and hard working
- Very keen to work around automotive so will always be happy to be there
- Instruction following
- Workshop cleanliness
- Effective communication
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem-solving abilities
- Creative thinking
- Technical aptitude
- Adaptability
- Mechanical knowledge
- Power tool operation
Mechanical Engineer Student
Beginning late February 2024
Awards
ARCHERY, Member of; Upper Clutha Archers 4 time South Island Bowhunters Championships winner; between 2016 and 2019, in both Traditional Longbow and Sighted Compound Bow.
References
Eddie Sligo, owner at Select Engineering in Wanaka, 027 630 2349, He's happy to talk with you about my motivation and abilities.
Hobbies and Interests
Cars, cars cars, all sorts; bow hunting;
Timeline
Workshop Assistant
Select Engineering
06.2022 - Current
Kitchen Hand
Raspberry Creek
11.2021 - 06.2022
Sign Writer Assistant
Wanaka Signs
01.2020 - Current
Mechanical Engineering
Home Schooled
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