Tony Ngaungau
Wewak
Summary
To secure a role in an organization that values individuals who continuously strive to identify, and develop pathways to improve equipment reliability.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Supervisor_ Reliability Engineering
New Porgera Limited
09.2024 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate reliability issues across multiple systems.
- Developed and implemented predictive maintenance strategies to enhance equipment uptime.
- Conducted root cause analysis to address recurring failures, improving overall system reliability.
- Mentored junior engineers on best practices for reliability testing and data analysis techniques.
- Developed comprehensive maintenance strategies for critical assets, resulting in reduced downtime and increased productivity.
- Streamlined spare parts inventory management processes to minimize stockouts while controlling costs through strategic supplier partnerships.
- Increased plant capacity utilization by identifying bottlenecks and implementing targeted improvements in throughput efficiency.
Reliability Engineer
New Porgera Limited
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Developed maintenance strategies to enhance asset performance and reduce downtime.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze data trends and improve reliability metrics.
- Conducted root cause analysis on equipment failures, driving corrective actions for continuous improvement.
- Mentored junior engineers on best practices in reliability engineering principles and methodologies.
Reliability Engineer
Porgera Joint Venture
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Led reliability assessments to identify equipment failure modes and implement preventive measures.
- Managed risk assessments to prioritize maintenance activities based on operational impact and safety concerns.
- Utilized reliability software tools for tracking performance metrics and generating reports for management review.
- Spearheaded initiatives that aligned with organizational goals, enhancing overall plant reliability and efficiency.
- Conducted failure analysis investigations to determine root causes, preventing repeat occurrences of critical equipment breakdowns.
- Optimized equipment life cycles by performing regular inspections, monitoring performance trends, and recommending corrective actions as needed.
- Conducted regular reviews of maintenance procedures and practices, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Established a proactive approach to safety management by conducting hazard analyses and implementing appropriate risk mitigation measures.
- Conducted condition monitoring assessments to identify equipment anomalies and optimize maintenance strategies.
- Developed predictive maintenance plans using advanced diagnostic tools to enhance operational efficiency.
- Analyzed vibration data to diagnose issues, resulting in reduced downtime and improved asset performance.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by implementing condition monitoring techniques and predictive maintenance strategies.
Technical Specialist-Defect Management
Lihir Gold Mine
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Developed and implemented maintenance schedules for critical equipment, minimizing downtime and optimizing productivity.
Foreman-LV Workshop
Porgera Joint Venture
12.2019 - 05.2020
Reliability Engineer-Surface Mobile
Porgera Joint Venture
01.2019 - 12.2019
Reliability Engineer-Fixed Plant
Porgera Joint Venture
10.2018 - 01.2019
Graduate Engineer-Tanks and Tails
Porgera Joint Venture
04.2018 - 08.2018
Storeman
Wildcat Goldings JV
11.2016 - 07.2017
Industrial Trainee
Hargy Oil Palms Limited
11.2015 - 05.2016
Education
Bachelor's Degree of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Papua New Guinea University of Technology
Lae04.2016
Skills
- Condition Monitoring-Intermediate Level
- Non-Destructive Testing-Intermediate Level
- CAD-Intermediate Level
- Root Cause Analysis-Intermediate Level
- MS Office-Intermediate Level
- MS Excel-Intermediate Level
- MS Project-Novice Level
Accomplishments
- FIXED-PLANT RESTART OF PJV_NPL- 2021-2024
- -Involved in all NDT and Condition Monitoring Requirements for Start Up Projects
- -Involved in Inspections, Repair & Reconstruction of Process Tanks
- -Mentored RE recruits
- ESTABLISHED DEFECT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM FOR OP SHOVELS & DRILLS_LIHIR GOLD MINE-2021
- -Developed DM Specialists roles and responsibilities
- -Developed and Implemented a ‘Defect Management Procedure’
Certification
- TECOA FINANCIAL SKILLS FOR TECHNICHAL PEOPLE- Certificate of completion-Financial Investment and Project Investment Analysis (FMPIA) Course (May 2019)
- VIVA ENERGY AUSTRALIA-The Basics of Lubrication Training Course (April 2019)
- CBC BEARINGS POWER TRANSMISSION ENGINEERED SOLUTIONS-Certificate of Attendance- Best Alignment Practices for Laser and Dial Shaft Alignment Systems (February 2019)
Languages
English
References
- David, Moloney, Manager-Fixed Plant Maintenance, david.moloney@porgerajv.com, 73156819, +61 404584764, New Porgera Limited
- Ian, Kaisom, Superintendent-Fixed Plant Maintenance, ikaisom@porgerajv.com, +675 5478680, New Porgera Limited
- Dean, Hastie, Coordinator | Inpit Maintenance | Shovels & Drills, Dean.Hasties@newcrest.com.au, Lihir Gold Mine
Timeline
Senior Supervisor_ Reliability Engineering
New Porgera Limited
09.2024 - Current
Reliability Engineer
New Porgera Limited
12.2023 - 09.2024
Reliability Engineer
Porgera Joint Venture
10.2021 - 12.2023
Technical Specialist-Defect Management
Lihir Gold Mine
02.2021 - 10.2021
Foreman-LV Workshop
Porgera Joint Venture
12.2019 - 05.2020
Reliability Engineer-Surface Mobile
Porgera Joint Venture
01.2019 - 12.2019
Reliability Engineer-Fixed Plant
Porgera Joint Venture
10.2018 - 01.2019
Graduate Engineer-Tanks and Tails
Porgera Joint Venture
04.2018 - 08.2018
Storeman
Wildcat Goldings JV
11.2016 - 07.2017
Industrial Trainee
Hargy Oil Palms Limited
11.2015 - 05.2016
Bachelor's Degree of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Papua New Guinea University of Technology