Richard Sicat
64 Kulde Rd. Tailem Bend,SA
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Sunpork Consolidate Pty. Ltd.
64 Kulde Rd. Tailem Bend , South Australia
06.2023 - Current
- Confers with farm production managers to determine when maintenance will least interfere and disrupt piggery operations and livestock health and welfare.
- Maintains records of planned and completed maintenance utilizing work orders and maintenance logs to verify that records adhere to equipment specifications
- Reviews, update, and maintain technical drawings and design documentation throughout the project lifecycle
- Develop an understanding of all mechanical and automated systems that control areas of the farm unit production facility including dry sow, breeding, farrowing, weaning and grower units
- Performing timely repair, routine maintenance, and preventative maintenance on various mechanical equipment in each farm unit system used during regular operations including Penguin rotational feeders, feeder lines and tubes, mainline drinking lines/hose lines, environmental systems including flush systems, ventilation, heat mats, misting/cooling, air conditioning systems (evaporative cooler and pumps), curtain cables, rollers, and weaner shutters
- Observes and understands the flow of all products at specified stages in the production process or adherence to specifications that are delivered to and from the feed mill.
- Analyses or estimate maintenance costs, such as production equipment, and plant space; standards adopted by the Company with a focus on continual improvement of systems.
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
True North Manufacturing Services Corporation
Mabalacat City 2010 Philippines
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Performs installation of equipment (pumps, motors, agitator, machinery, bearings, etc.) based on approved engineering standards/drawings through the use of lifting equipments using slings, chainblocks, bridging cranes.
- Ensured proper lubrication of moving components by adhering to a strict preventive maintenance schedule based on Manufacturer’s recommendations
- Performs lay-outing, alignment of machine base anchor bolts, sole plates, base bolts etc.
- Performs alignment jobs on all rotating equipment pumps, reducers, drives, motors etc.
- Utilized precision tools such as calipers and micrometers for accurate measurements during repairs.
Maintenance Planner
Pilmico Animal Nutrition Corporation
Capas, Tarlac 2315 Philippines
09.2016 - 11.2021
- Developed and maintained detailed maintenance schedules to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to identify and address maintenance needs efficiently.
- Analyzed equipment reliability data to propose preventive maintenance strategies. Managed inventory of spare parts, ensuring availability for timely repairs.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced equipment downtime and enhanced productivity.
- Conducted regular audits of maintenance processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations.
- Reduced downtime for critical assets by developing and implementing comprehensive maintenance plans.
- Negotiated contracts with external service providers for specialized services when necessary, ensuring quality work at competitive rates.
- Created detailed work orders specifying required tasks, materials, tools, and resources for efficient execution by technicians.
- Performed root cause analyses on recurring equipment failures, identifying potential solutions to prevent future occurrences. Reviewed maintenance program for efficiency accuracy and timeliness, and provided feedback for improvement to company leadership.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Tarlac State University, Philippines
06-2015
Skills
- Welding techniques
- Steel fabrication
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Computer-aided design
- Forklift operation
- Very Profficent in using computer softwares(Microsoft 365)
- Time management
- Machine maintenance
Certification
-Forklift truck(LF) high risk licence
References
Todd Elliot
Maintenance Manager
Sunpork Consolidated Pty. Ltd. 168 Chapman Rd., Tailem Bend
todd.elliot@sunporkfarms.com.au
0436636130
Michael Jordan Montes
Project Coordinator
Broken Hill Proprietary Company Limited(BHP); 10 Franklin St. Adelaide SA 5000
michael.montes@bhp.com
0451914324
Ritchie Suarez
Clinical Educator
Resthaven Incorporated; 6 Bartley Crescent, Wayville SA 5034
ritchie.suarez@resthaven.asn.au
0412611262
Timeline
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Sunpork Consolidate Pty. Ltd.
06.2023 - Current
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
True North Manufacturing Services Corporation
07.2022 - 05.2023
Maintenance Planner
Pilmico Animal Nutrition Corporation
09.2016 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Tarlac State University, Philippines