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Stefan Smith
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Summary
Practical mechanical engineering professional with hands-on experience in welding, fabrication, mechanical assembly, and polymer pipe systems. Skilled with stainless steel, mild steel, and PE systems, supported by formal training and industry certifications. Reliable, adaptable, and confident working independently or as part of a team.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Jo Bro’s Catering
03.2025 - Current
- Catering events and large scale functions
- Part-time work while undertaking study
Team Leader (Tank Line)
Rheem NZ
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed a team of 10 in a high-output production line
- Oversaw welding operations (MIG, ARC, submerged arc, robot systems)
- Maintained workflow, quality control, and H&S compliance
- Developed stronger awareness of weld quality, repeatability, production standards and inspection requirements
PE Welder / Fitter Fabricator
Solo Plastics Ltd
04.2023 - 09.2023
- PE welding and site installation of polymer pipe systems
- Interpreted drawings and fitted pipework on civil and industrial jobs
- Completed site cutting, alignment, QA checks, and client communication
- Built practical understanding of pipework, joint preparation, fit-up and site quality inspections
Polisher / Welder / Stainless Fabricator
Fresco Systems
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Stainless fabrication, TIG/MIG welding, and polishing
- Worked on sanitary-grade fabrication where surface finish and weld quality were important
- Assisted with mechanical and pneumatic assemblies
- Operated gantry cranes, forklifts, and press brakes
Chef/Hospitality Management
Hospitality Industry
01.2009 - 01.2021
- Developed strong customer service, communication, and people management
- Maintained high standards under pressure
- Experienced in meal prep, organisation, and team coordination
Floor Manager (Precast Concrete)
Lusit Construction
01.2008 - 01.2008
- Oversaw mould prep, repairs, and crane operations
Apprentice / Labourer
Fletcher Construction
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Assisted with formwork, concrete finishing, and steel fixing
Education
Diploma in Engineering - Pressure Pipe Welding
NZ Welding School
Trade Certificate - Pressure Pipe Welding
NZ Welding School
National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering - Welding & Fabrication
Unitec
Welding Certifications -
NZ Welding School
Certified PE Butt Fusion & Electrofusion Welder - undefined
Skills
- TIG, MIG, ARC and ASME IX welding exposure
- Stainless steel, mild steel and polymer pipe systems
- Dairy tube fabrication, purge welding and sanitary finishing
- PE butt fusion and electrofusion welding
- Engineering drawing interpretation
- Mechanical and pneumatic assembly
- Pipework installation, site fit-up and alignment
- Calipers, micrometers and gauges
- Basic QA checks and weld quality awareness
- Health and safety awareness
- Team leadership and workflow coordination
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Basic–intermediate SOLIDWORKS
Interests
Martial arts, classic cars, motorcycles, outdoors, learning new skills, and hands-on engineering projects Comfortable around animals and enjoy staying active
Timeline
Jo Bro’s Catering
03.2025 - Current
Team Leader (Tank Line)
Rheem NZ
09.2023 - 03.2024
PE Welder / Fitter Fabricator
Solo Plastics Ltd
04.2023 - 09.2023
Polisher / Welder / Stainless Fabricator
Fresco Systems
01.2022 - 04.2023
Chef/Hospitality Management
Hospitality Industry
01.2009 - 01.2021
Floor Manager (Precast Concrete)
Lusit Construction
01.2008 - 01.2008
Apprentice / Labourer
Fletcher Construction
01.2005 - 01.2007
Certified PE Butt Fusion & Electrofusion Welder - undefined
National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering - Welding & Fabrication
Unitec
Diploma in Engineering - Pressure Pipe Welding
NZ Welding School
Trade Certificate - Pressure Pipe Welding
NZ Welding School
Welding Certifications -
NZ Welding School