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I’m Tim Valentine, an engineer and technical translator who bridges the gap between complex machine logic and human-centered goals. I’m an expert in Linux, VoIP, and automation, with a knack for communicating technical depth to diverse stakeholders.
I design scalable infrastructures, automate deployments with Ansible/AWX and Docker, and help teams translate complex concepts into actionable plans to deliver reliable and secure solutions.
Skills
Language
Māori
Intermediate
Work Experience
Senior Linux Engineer - DevOps at Fletcher Building
May 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025Migrated company wide PHP applications on Oracle Enterprise Linux across PHP 5.6, 7.3 and 8.3. Built containerised workloads across NodeJS and Python for modern web applications on SiteHost. Designed and developed Ansible workflows for app deployment across Windows and Linux. Designed and developed Docker environment for app deployment including base containers, Ansible playbook and Jenkins job. Achievements: Successful migration of all applications; creation of a docker environment and workflow.
Systems Architect at CBROS Technologies
April 1, 2023 - March 31, 2025Manage key large clients (1500+ extensions). Design & architect network and VoIP solutions. Development and deployment of 1500+ extension, highly available (active/passive) 3CX phone system.
Senior Network and Systems Engineer at CBROS Technologies
January 1, 2019 - April 30, 2023Develop and test new firewall solutions. Develop and test network and infrastructure automation. Manage a technical team of 4. Provide Tier 3 support to existing customers. Achievements: Deployment of a cloud firewall solution using the Juniper vSRX; Deployment of a new core network using Juniper MX routers and an MPLS core.
Systems Engineer at CBROS Technologies
November 1, 2017 - January 31, 2019Develop and test cloud VoIP infrastructure. Develop and test automation and monitoring stack. Install network and VoIP equipment. Automate workflow and operational tasks. Provide Tier 2 and 3 support to existing customers. Achievements: Deployment of new cloud VoIP infrastructure utilising Debian, 3CX, SEMS and VMWare; deployment of new monitoring and automation stack utilising Netbox, Nagios and Ansible.
CLNE Refurbishment Engineer at Spark New Zealand
October 1, 2014 - June 30, 2017Configure Client Located Network Equipment (CLNE) with deploy or full configurations. Test configured devices for connectivity. Refurbish returned CLNE to factory state ready for redeployment. Manage stock. Achievements: Programmatically automated manual tasks that improved productivity and the development of a stock management database.
Sea View Site Manager - Theme Camp Coordinator at Splore Dynamics
February 1, 2014 - February 28, 2018Coordinate theme camps, campers and other elements. Manage installation and setup of theme camps and other vendors. Responsible for all operations in the Sea View Zone.
Project Manager - Chairman at Temple for Christchurch
March 1, 2013 - November 30, 2013Recruit all staff. Manage all finances including fundraising. Manage timelines and slippage. Manage construction of final art installation. Coordinate with all vendors and ensure timely execution of deliverables.
Project Manager at International Arts Megacrew
June 1, 2011 - September 1, 2011Manage and train a team. Design and develop visual concepts. Manage construction and installation.
Site Manager - Event Coordinator at Kiwiburn
January 1, 2009 - January 31, 2016Develop procedures and manuals. Coordinate on site art installations. Manage on duty problems and liaise with external agencies.
Freelance Developer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2008Develop web solutions on a freelance basis in PHP4, Python and Perl.
Freelance Developer / Software Engineer at Self-Employment
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2008Pre 2008, worked as a Freelance Developer utilizing multiple languages but mostly focused on PHP/MySQL web solutions.
Education
Te Ara Reo Māori - He Pī ka Pao (level 1/2) at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, Auckland, New Zealand
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021Te Ara Reo Māori - He Pī ka Rere (level 3/4) at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Te Rōnakitanga ki te Reo Kairangi (level 5) at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021National Certificate in Project Management Level 4 at Southern Institute of Technology, Invercargill, New Zealand
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Qualifications
Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026Juniper Networks Certified Automation and DevOps Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026Juniper Networks Certified Mist AI Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026Certified Ethical Hacker and Countermeasures Expert - US Council
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026MikroTik Certified Network Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026CCNP
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026CCNA Security
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
Skills
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