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Hi, I’m Brian Aney Abu. I am a seasoned Mechanical Maintenance Fitter with extensive hands-on experience in mining, oil and gas, and related heavy industries. I have a proven track record maintaining and repairing pumps, SAG and ball mills, cyclones, conveyors, valves, gearboxes, heat exchangers and other critical equipment, with a focus on reliability, uptime, and safe working practices. I am adept at coordinating shutdowns, procuring spare parts, mentoring junior technicians, and driving improvements in equipment performance.
I am seeking a role where I can bring practical problem-solving, team collaboration, and strong field leadership to enhance reliability, safety, and efficiency across maintenance operations. I thrive in on-site environments and enjoy sharing knowledge with junior staff while contributing to the achievement of company goals.
Skills
Experience Level
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Mechanical Maintenance Fitter at St Barbara Mining Ltd, Simberi Operations (attached to Sun Engineering PNG Ltd)
July 1, 2020 - October 1, 2020Maintenance and repair of W arman pumps, SAG mills, ball mills, cyclones, water pumps, reclaimers, apron feeders, conveyors, valves, gear boxes, chain and sprocket drives, heat exchangers and bearings to ensure optimal performance and longevity of critical mining equipment.
Mechanical Fitter at Placements PNG Ltd (attached to New Crest Lihir Mining Ltd)
February 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020Shutdown contractor: removal, installation and torque of actuator valves; removal and installation of high pressure steam and oxygen check valves; use of pneumatic and hydraulic torque multipliers to torque flanges to specifications.
Mechanical Fitter at Wood Group PSN (PNG) Ltd (attached to PNG Hides Gas conditioning Plant)
August 1, 2015 - June 1, 2018Pipe works and correction of pipe strains and misalignment; insulation of hot pipe sections; pipe spools and valve installations and alignments; mechanical equipment breakdown repairs and diagnostic findings and corrections.
Mechanical Technician at Puma Energy PNG Ltd/Lae Terminal Distributions/Napa Napa Oil Refinery, Port Moresby
August 1, 2014 - February 1, 2015Service and repairs of process pumps; service and repairs of air compressors; pressure testing of valves and fuel loading systems and hoses; service and maintenance on condenser cooling fans and electric drive motors; installations and commissioning of new pumps at customer sites; calibrations on flowmeters of fuel pumps or dispensers; service and repairs of oxygen and nitrogen generating generators; calibration of pressure safety valves; rebuilds and installations of mechanical seals; laser alignments on high RPM machines.
Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Worker at Morobe Mining Joint Venture (MMJV) - Hidden Valley
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 2010Repair works and maintenance of crushers and associated machinery; dewatering process pumps; changed gland packing seals on pumps and valves of different types.
Oilfield Mechanic / Machinist at Chevron Niugini PNG Ltd / Oil Search PNG Ltd - Kutubu oilfields
March 1, 1993 - January 1, 1994Wellhead operations and inspections; breakdown repairs and greasing of valves; service and repairs of various process pumps and air compressors; hydrostatic test of valves; rebuilds and installations of mechanical seals; digital laser alignments of high RPM machines; calibrations of pressure safety valves; pipeline strains and proper alignments; service and operations for fuel gas conditioning plants/units.
Sales Representative at BHP Building Products PNG Ltd, Lae
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1992Sales and supply of hardware, building and steel products; liaising with customers on orders, dispatch and transportation; clerical duties and customer service.
Education
Grade Ten at Kainantu Secondary School, Eastern Highlands Province
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Upgraded Year 10 Secondary Education at College of Distance Education, Eastern Highlands Province
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Pre Employment Training, Mechanical Fitter and Machining at Mount Hagen Technical College, Western Highlands Province
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Graduate Program at Oil Search PNG Ltd Academy
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Maintenance Fitting and Machining Trade Post Tradesman Certification at NATB, National Apprenticeship Trade Testing Board of PNG
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Qualifications
Post Tradesman Certification in Maintenance Fitting and Machining
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Certificate of Attainment – Department of Labour and Employment, PNG
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Authorized Operator of Boilers
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Swagelok Fittings Course – Fluid Systems Technologies, Australia
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Engine Familiarization and Tune-Up Certificate – Cummins Diesel
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Permit To Work Certificate – Oil Search PNG Ltd
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Portable Gas Detection User Training – Dragger Safety
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026First Aid Certificate – St John’s Ambulance
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Forklift Truck / Machine Operations – Competent
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Riggers and Doggers – Lifting Techniques and Signals
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Dealers Technical Training – Champion Compressors, Australia
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Industry Experience
Other, Manufacturing, Energy & Utilities, Professional Services
Skills
Experience Level
Intermediate
Intermediate
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