Profile Summary
Hennie is an experienced boilermaker with over 10 years of hands‑on expertise in pipe welding, fabrication, plant maintenance, and component installation. He has worked across manufacturing, hydraulics, sawmill equipment, structural fabrication, and shutdown environments. Hennie is reliable, technically strong, and confident working independently or within a team. He brings a high level of practical skill, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to safe work practices.
Experience Overview
- Pipe welding, fittings, fabrication, and component installation
- Plant maintenance, steel cutting, prepping, and repair work
- Shutdown work including steel replacement and conveyor repairs
- Structural fabrication including i‑beam installation and assembly checks
- Manufacturing of sawmill components, small parts, and hydraulic systems
- Removal and reinstallation of cabs, hydraulics, and electrical components
- Hydraulic hose manufacturing, pump overhauls, pressure testing, and breakdown support
- Workshop tasks including sandblasting, cutting torch use, and general fabrication
Qualifications Held
- Plater Boilermaker – Red Seal (2012)
- Crane Licence (updated every 3 years)
- Firefighting Course (refreshed every 2 years)
- CPR Course (refreshed every 2 years)
- Secondary education
Skills Held
- Welding and fabrication
- Pipe work and installation
- Plant maintenance and fault‑finding
- Hydraulic systems and component fitting
- Technical knowledge across manufacturing environments
- Safe operation of workshop machinery and tools
- Strong teamwork and independent work capability
- Problem‑solving and practical reasoning
