Dapa Gigmai

Toyota Tsusho ( PNG) LTD

• Documented defects, work orders, and maintenance findings in required technical records.
• Supported shutdowns and field breakdowns, restoring equipment safely with minimal delay.
• Inspected tools, lifting gear, and service bays to maintain safe work conditions.
• Coordinated with operators and maintenance teams to resolve recurring equipment issues.

• Employed by ELA MOTORS Madang

• Completed apprenticeship training program
• Sigma Construction Limited – Diesel and Heavy Equipment Fitter
• Job Description:
• Generator Installation, Repair & Maintenance for Sigma (Digicel PNG Contract) all sites within Madang. Generators Makes;
• FG Wilson Generators
• Kubota Generators
• Cummins Generators
• Caterpillar Generators
• Workshop Overhauls of Trucks and Machinery
• Nissan UD
• CAT
• Komathsu
• Interpreted technical drawings to assemble structural components accurately.
• Measured and cut materials using hand and power tools.
• Installed and aligned fittings to meet construction specifications.
• Inspected completed work for defects and dimensional accuracy.

• Apprenticeship Training Started
• Sigma Construction Limited – Diesel and Heavy Equipment Fitter
• Job Description:
• Generator Installation, Repair & Maintenance for Sigma (Digicel PNG Contract) all sites within Madang. Generators Makes;
• FG Wilson Generators
• Kubota Generators
• Cummins Generators
• Caterpillar Generators
• Workshop Overhauls of Trucks and Machinery
• Nissan UD
• CAT
• Komathsu

• Diagnosed mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults on heavy mobile equipment.
• Performed preventive maintenance, inspections, and component replacements to support equipment reliability.
• Serviced engines, transmissions, braking systems, and undercarriage assemblies using workshop procedures.
• Interpreted service manuals, schematics, and maintenance schedules to complete accurate repairs.

• Production Technician Technical Assistant – British American Tobacco, Madang Factory
• Job Description:
• Process Lines Maintenance
• Lathe Cutter Maintenance (Conveyor Belts, Motors and Rollers)
• Multi-Purpose Primary Production Operator
• Standing for Team Leader/Supervisors
• Performed routine inspections, basic troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance support.
• Monitored machine performance and adjusted settings to maintain consistent product quality.
• Operated production equipment while following cGMP, SOPs, and strict safety requirements.
• Documented production data accurately in batch records and shift reports.
• Coordinated with quality teams to identify defects and support corrective actions.

• Production Technician Technical Assistant – British American Tobacco, Madang Factory
• Job Description:
• Process Lines Maintenance
• Lathe Cutter Maintenance (Conveyor Belts, Motors and Rollers)
• Multi-Purpose Primary Production Operator
• Standing for Team Leader/Supervisors

• Plant Fitter – Kigosam Holdings – Lihir – Casual Contract Process Plant – Shut Down
• Job Description:
• Conveyor belts, repair or refit and replace
• Hydraulic/Electrical Motors bearings repair/replace & refit belts, gaskets & o-rings, etc.
• Filtering Units Maintenance

• Plant Fitter – Kigosam Holdings – Lihir – Casual Contract Process Plant – Shut Down
• Job Description:
• Conveyor belts, repair or refit and replace
• Hydraulic/Electrical Motors bearings repair/replace & refit belts, gaskets & o-rings, etc.
• Filtering Units Maintenance

• Work with a few Local Contractors occasionally

• Work with a few Local Contractors occasionally

• Maintained detailed service records for each piece of equipment, allowing for accurate tracking of maintenance history and future needs.
• Maintained quality and safety by reporting equipment issues and malfunctions for repairs.
• Delivered consistent quality workmanship while adhering to strict deadlines, minimizing project delays due to equipment failures.
• Recorded accurate daily vehicle mileage logs.
• Assisted in planning preventative maintenance schedules based on manufacturer recommendations and equipment usage patterns.
• Kept up-to-date with industry developments through continuous training in new technologies and best practices.