Amila Perera

Experience

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  National Institute of Business Management (NIBM - Sri Lanka)

  Oct 2012 - Feb 2013

  Web Developer

  • Used C programming language to create websites.• Deveopled live functioning and error-free websites passed on by web designers. This is the interface where users interact with the website.• Additional focus on technical aspects such as performance and capacity which measure speed and traffic it can handle.

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  Auckland University of Technology

  Jul 2013 - Oct 2017

  • Developed haemodynamic algorithms by analysis of pressure data from invasive and non-invasive patient studies to breach the gap between practical and theoretical models using Wolfram Mathematica software. • The results were presented to sponsors at the Waitematā DHB promises to supplement clinics.• Managed technicians and coordinated with professors at Auckland University of Technology and clinicians in Northshore Hospital based on a manufactured medical device (USCOM 1A) that measures blood pressure and velocity. Show less

  • Research Assistant

    Jul 2017 - Oct 2017

  • Bachelor of Engineering (honours) - BE(hons)

    Jul 2013 - Jul 2017
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  Fletcher Aluminium

  Nov 2014 - Feb 2015

  Mechanical Engineer

  • Time-motion study: - Objective: Improving the production process of TGV and TGV2 door panels. - Execution: Liaised with SMEs and zone managers on processes and framework. Conducted time motion tests for 3 weeks covering the painting, powder coating, fabrication, and packaging sectors. - Output: Identified and eliminated waste motions within production and streamlined process which led to optimizing the production process by 15%. • Quality analysis study: - Objective: Investigate variations in fluid conductivity and pH range while monitoring and controlling the quality of anodizing tanks. - Execution: Collected pH and conductivity data from three anodizing tanks. Conducted a quality analysis with current data and promising historic data in Microsoft excel. - Output: Presented variation and trend analysis to the engineering board and proposed solutions to improve the monitoring & control process. A month after, a quality analysis study was conducted and proved success in the proposed monitoring & controlling process. Show less

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  The Olympic Pools and Fitness Centre

  Feb 2015 - Sept 2019

  • Managed team shifts of a team of 15 and accountabe for scheduling and purchasing chemials to ensure quality of pool water is to standard. • Accountable for pool, building and machinery maintenance activities. • Coached water rescue training sessions for my team and lead my team by example. • Accountable for managing teams to enhance a safe pool environment for customers.• Maintained optimum pool water quality to standard by conducting water tests using chemical titration techniques.• Executed multiple rescues under high-pressure situations and provided first aid to casualties.

  • Pool Supervisor

    Nov 2017 - Sept 2019

  • Pool Lifeguard

    Feb 2015 - Sept 2019
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  Altus NZ Limited

  Oct 2015 - Dec 2015

  Mechanical Engineer

  • Failure analysis study – - Worked under my supervisor in the extrusion department on a project based on finding the failure cause leading to denting of the extruded aluminium bars. - Conducted a root cause analysis (RCA) approach to determine the staking arrangement during transportation of the Aluminium bars were the cause of this failure. - Developed conceptual crane designs with conducted FMEA study to minimise the failure.

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  The University of Auckland

  Oct 2017 - Mar 2019

  • Project was based on measuring heart pressure in a non-invasive approach using ultrasound technology. Worked alongside leading professors and clinicians from ADHB and MercyAscort.• Developed an experimental fluid system and heart prototypes for different heart conditions to study the applicability of ultrasound in a controlled laboratory environment.• Conducted experiments on the developed setup and the results showed preliminary promises to supplement a new technique to the clinics• Produced technical drawings using Solidworks and used MATLAB for data acquisition and analysis. Show less

  • Project Manager | Masters

    Mar 2018 - Mar 2019

  • Bioengineering Researcher

    Oct 2017 - Feb 2018
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  Avice

  Jul 2019 - Sept 2019

  Project Manager | Product Development Engineer

  • Developed a patented wearable device marketed to the fitness industry, which measures muscular movements to output muscle strength and fatigue.

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  Babcock International Group

  Sept 2019 - Sept 2022

  Delivered engineering projects to the Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN). Projects involve from replacing ageing/obsolete equipment to upgrading and future proofing Navy fleet based on Programme pipeline. Some of the non-classified completed projects are: - Refurbishment of 1 Deck Bathrooms and cabins of HMNZS Canterbury. - Upgrading weaponary firing system - Upgrading flame detection system in HMNZS Te Kaha and Te Mana (Remotely as ship based in Canada) - HMNZS Canterbury Helicopter Visual Landing Aids Upgrade. Role incomparates: - Development of needs and feasibility, scope statement, requirement document, WBS, schedule based on the fleet maintenance plan, risk assessments, project documents, design report and procurement documentations for RFI, RFP, RFP and tender. - Development of engineering drawings and bill of materials using Inventor AutoCAD.- Presentated projects at D3 Gate for initiation of Design phase and D23 Gate for initiation of Installation phase. - Ensured projects are smoothly progressed through its lifecycle with effective communication and coordinated with the Customer - RNZN, Asset Management team, CSI team, Desgn team, Estimating team, procurement team, Delivery team, Fleet managers, trades, contractors and suppliers.- Coached and mentored traditional, agile and hybrid principles and methodologies from PMO. Show less • Marine Engineering Support Team (MEST) Social club is a committee that coordinated regular events to the 500+ members in the New Zealand Navy and Babcock International, allowing networking, improving the overall atmosphere and encouraging enthusiasm within our workplace. • My role as the treasurer of the MEST social club involved overseeing all the financial administration which includes coordination of the cash flow for events, development of monthly and annual reports, and advocation for funds. In addition managed schedule and resources for events by liaising with the senior leadership team at Babcock and New Zealand Navy. Show less • Delivered projects coordinating Integrated Logistic Support Team and Critical Safety Items Team ensuring critical safety projects are prioritised and delivered on schedule to meet fleet milestones.• Developed Equipment Management Policy Statements (EMPS) for mechanical, pneumatic & communication systems in HMNZS Manawanui and HMNZS Canterbury.• EMPS describes ship systems by providing its operation and availability within the ship, corresponding publications, relevant standard maintenance activities, original equipment manufacturer (OEM), procurement, etc. My role as the project lead required understanding the operations of the equipment/system within the ship, coordination and communication with the ship's staff, technical operators and managers, respective OEMs, procurement team, and navy storage depot to develop EMPS. Show less

  • Project Manager | Project Design Engineer

    Jul 2020 - Sept 2022

  • MEST Social Club - Treasurer

    Mar 2020 - Sept 2022

  • Asset Engineer

    Sept 2019 - Jul 2020
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  BOC South Pacific

  Sept 2022 - May 2023

  Project Manager

  Delivered and managed site redevelopment programmes at BOC Major Hazard Facilities accross New Zealand. • Projects incorparates structural, civil, electrical and mechanical. - LV site distribution board upgrade - Replacement of HV tranformer and switchgear. - Installation of site instrument air system. - CO2 Recovery system upgrade. • Developed engineering designs and P&IDs using Inventor AutoCAD s/w where required.• Coordinated w/procurement on RFI, RFQ, RFP and tender proposals and manages contractors through design to commission. • Delivered projects iaw BOC & Linde Engineering Modification of Change and execute Project Safety Reviews at each stage of the project lifecycle to ensure risk measures and controls are enabled. • Developed Business Cases w/high level scope, SoW, budget, schedule and risks to initiate projects in pipeline and ensure all project documents are live and kept upto date. Show less

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  Fonterra

  Jul 2023 - now

  Engineering Project Manager

  - Delivered Te Rapa D5 Powder Transport Upgrade in FY24. Success to this major project delivery was High Engagement with effective comms and collaboration. This project ran its full life cycle in FY24 replacing the previous X-Force powder transport system with a new vacuum transport system.