Shane Summerville
Auckland
Summary
Dynamic Plumber & Gasfitter with extensive experience at Hyflo Ltd, excelling in plumbing installations and repairs. Proven track record in troubleshooting and compliance with plumbing codes, while effectively managing teams. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through high-quality workmanship and rapid response to emergency situations. Committed to safety and process improvement.
Experienced with installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing systems. Utilizes advanced troubleshooting techniques to resolve issues efficiently. Knowledge of industry standards and safety protocols ensures high-quality service and compliance.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plumber & Gasfitter
Hyflo Ltd/Self
12.1999 - Current
- Installed and repaired plumbing systems, ensuring compliance with local codes and regulations.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues, providing effective solutions to enhance system functionality.
- Collaborated with contractors to coordinate plumbing installations in residential and commercial projects.
- Trained apprentices on plumbing techniques, safety practices, and equipment usage.
- Managed inventory of plumbing supplies, optimizing procurement processes for efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on plumbing systems to prevent leaks and other failures.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced service call response times and increased customer satisfaction.
- Developed comprehensive estimates for projects, ensuring accurate budget forecasts and resource allocation.
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings following local building codes and regulations.
- Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship throughout all stages of plumbing installations, repairs, or maintenance tasks.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers.
- Mentored junior plumbers, sharing industry expertise to improve overall team performance.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations on completed jobs.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing all client concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with completed work.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Collaborated with other trade professionals such as electricians and HVAC technicians during multi-faceted construction projects to ensure seamless integration of services.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
Education
Certifying Plumber - Certified Plumbing
NZQA
Auckland03-2005
Plumbing & Gasfitting - Plumbing & Gasfitting
UNITEC
Auckland, NZ01-1996
High School Diploma -
Avondale College
Auckland, NZ01-1992
Skills
- Plumbing
- Piping installation
- Plumbing repairs
- Troubleshooting
- Plumbing code compliance
- System testing
- Codes compliance
- Staff management
- Backflow prevention
- Commercial plumbing
Accomplishments
- Completed plumbing & gasfitting training at Unitech & NZQA
- Completed apprenticship
- Hold a back flow prevention device installation certificate.
- Supervised team of 14 staff members and contractors.
Certification
- Certified Plumber, registered gasfitter 30 years+ experiance
Timeline
Plumber & Gasfitter
Hyflo Ltd/Self
12.1999 - Current
Certifying Plumber - Certified Plumbing
NZQA
Plumbing & Gasfitting - Plumbing & Gasfitting
UNITEC
High School Diploma -
Avondale College