Tevita Dauvakatini
Summary
Graduate Mechanical Engineer (April 2026) with hands-on experience in fabrication, installation, and industrial maintenance. Skilled in machining, welding, and mechanical fitting with exposure to plant equipment including conveyors, pumps, and motors. Targeting entry into mining operations in plant, maintenance, or field engineering roles. Strong safety mindset, reliable on site, and capable of working in physically demanding and remote environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2027
2027
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Assistant Engineer
Mechanical Services Limited PTE Ltd
2025.02 - 2025.07
- Supported HVAC system installation and commissioning
- Managed materials, procurement, and inventory
- Prepared quotations and supported project costing
- Completed SolidWorks simulations for ducting systems
- Performed machining, welding, and installation work on site
Engineering Attaché
Fiji Sugar Corporation – Lautoka
2023.01 - 2023.03
- Assisted maintenance of conveyors, pumps, generators, and motors
- Performed welding and mechanical fitting tasks
- Supported plant operations in a continuous processing environment
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of the South Pacific
Skills
- Industrial equipment maintenance (conveyors, pumps, motors, generators)
- Machining, cutting, bending, welding (incl oxy-acetylene)
- Mechanical fitting and installation
- Materials, procurement, and logistics coordination
- Site inspections, quality control, and task execution
- SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Excel
MINING ALIGNMENT
- Interest in gold mining lifecycle: exploration → processing → shipment
- Focus on fixed plant operations, maintenance, and reliability
- Understanding of safety-critical and high-risk environments
ADDITIONAL
- Willing to relocate (Fiji & Australia) and work FIFO rosters
- Physically fit for site-based work
- Strong work ethic and adaptability
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Engineer
Mechanical Services Limited PTE Ltd
2025.02 - 2025.07
Engineering Attaché
Fiji Sugar Corporation – Lautoka
2023.01 - 2023.03
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of the South Pacific