Toga Raramasi Raiula
Biloela,QLD
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Fitter
FIP Group
Biloela, Queensland
11.2022 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on production machinery.
- Installed new equipment and systems according to manufacturer specifications.
- Inspected, tested, and adjusted machines for optimal performance.
- Replaced defective components in order to minimize downtime.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues with the help of technical drawings and schematics.
- Repaired worn or damaged machine parts using precision tools such as lathes, grinders, drill presses, saws.
- Diagnosed problems by listening to customer complaints and observing machine operations.
- Conducted preventative maintenance checks on a regular basis to ensure smooth operation of machines.
- Calibrated instruments used in measuring temperature, pressure, flow rate.
- Operated hoists, cranes and other lifting devices to move heavy objects safely during repair jobs.
- Performed lubrication tasks such as oiling moving parts and greasing bearings.
- Cleaned machine surfaces after repair work was completed using appropriate cleaning agents.
- Followed safety regulations while performing maintenance activities onsite or in the workshop environment.
- Assisted other technicians in more complex repairs when required.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities carried out each day.
- Ordered replacement parts when necessary from approved suppliers.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Laucala Island Resort
Laucala Island, Fiji
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment.
- Diagnosed problems and performed necessary mechanical repairs to diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, hydraulic systems.
- Conducted regular inspections of vehicles and equipment to detect malfunctions or needed repair services.
- Replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Rebuilt crankshafts, connecting rods, cylinder blocks, water pumps and other engine components.
- Tested electrical systems for shorts, grounds and continuity using multimeters.
- Operated diagnostic testing equipment to troubleshoot issues related to the engine system performance.
- Maintained detailed records of all work performed on each vehicle and equipment.
- Disassembled major assemblies such as transmissions, differentials and steering gears to replace worn components.
- Followed safety procedures while handling hazardous materials such as fuels and lubricants.
- Provided technical advice regarding diagnosis of component failures or service requirements.
- Ensured that all work areas were clean, safe and organized at all times.
- Placed orders for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations.
- Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Read and interpreted standards, drawings and blueprints and pinpointed inspection needs for repair work.
Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic
Carptrac ( Caterpillar Dealership)
Suva, Fiji
03.2016 - 03.2020
- Performed preventative maintenance and repairs on heavy mobile equipment such as cranes, bulldozers, loaders, graders and other related machinery.
- Inspected and diagnosed malfunctions in engines, transmissions, brakes, hydraulic systems and other components of heavy mobile equipment.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts using specialized tools such as hoists, jacks and welding equipment.
- Adjusted mechanical parts to ensure proper operation of the heavy mobile equipment.
- Tested repaired equipment for proper performance and safety standards.
- Maintained records of all service work performed on assigned vehicles including parts used and labor hours required for each repair job.
- Responded to emergency calls from customers regarding breakdowns of their heavy mobile equipment.
- Replaced worn out parts with new components to restore machines to full working order.
- Provided technical advice to customers regarding use and maintenance of their heavy mobile equipment.
- Conducted regular inspections of assigned vehicles in accordance with company policy.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that all repairs were completed within allotted timeframes.
- Ensured that all tools used during repair jobs were properly calibrated prior to use.
- Developed an understanding of computerized diagnostic systems for testing malfunctioning components on modern pieces of heavy mobile equipment.
- Reviewed manufacturer's manuals to determine correct procedures for installation or replacement of specific components.
- Utilized special lifts or other devices designed specifically for handling large pieces of machinery safely.
- Cleaned work area after each repair job was completed according to safety regulations.
- Dismantled heavy equipment to locate and accurately diagnose mechanical defects.
- Kept accurate records of all machine and equipment repair work that had been performed.
- Read and interpreted technical details such as schematics, manuals and drawings.
- Adjusted, repaired and overhauled work on automotive and heavy equipment.
- Maintained records of time and materials used on job to foster accurate invoicing.
- Maintained inventory of parts and supplies, ordering new items as necessary to complete repairs.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Engineering
TAFE QLD
Fiji12-2020
Certificate of Technical Studies - Automotive Engineering
Fiji National University
Fiji03-2020
Skills
- Pressure testing
- Inspection
- Mechanical systems repairs
- Preventive Maintenance
- Performance testing
- Hand tool proficiency
- Seal replacement
- Piping installation
- Mechanical fitting
- Power tool operation
- Hydraulics
- Pneumatics
- Pneumatic systems
- Precision measuring tools
- Emergency incident management
- Machinery repair
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Pump maintenance
Affiliations
- Reading Books
- Sports
- Travelling
- Socializing
Certification
- Certificate III in Diesel Fitting
- Certificate IV in Automotive Engineering
- Queensland Manual open License
- High Risk Work License (LR)
Languages
English
Professional
Fiji
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance Fitter
FIP Group
11.2022 - Current
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Laucala Island Resort
03.2020 - 09.2022
Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic
Carptrac ( Caterpillar Dealership)
03.2016 - 03.2020
- Certificate III in Diesel Fitting
- Certificate IV in Automotive Engineering
- Queensland Manual open License
- High Risk Work License (LR)
Certificate of Technical Studies - Engineering
TAFE QLD
Certificate of Technical Studies - Automotive Engineering
Fiji National University
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