Brandon Beneke
Pitt Town,NSW
Summary
Accomplished Production Welder and Fabricator at Prime Pumps, skilled in all types of welding and fabrication. Proven ability to lead and mentor apprentices while ensuring safety compliance. Recognized for solving complex challenges efficiently and meeting expectations.
I have a passion for the outdoors and prioritise my health and fitness. I enjoy hiking, running, and mountain bike riding.
I have a strong sense of community and enjoy giving back where possible, supporting the local progress group and community fundraisers, and directly assisting in local safety initiatives, such as the Community Defib Project.
My career aspiration is a firefighter position with Fire and Rescue NSW, and the opportunity to work in a team, use my skills, learn new ones, and help the community when in need.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Welder and Fabricator
Prime Pumps
09.2022 - Current
- Steel fabrication, welding, and mechanical fitting as part of the production of industrial fire pump sets.
- Fabrication of specialised components for engines and pumps.
- On-site welding repairs and modifications.
- Read and interpret technical drawings.
- Supervision, training, and mentoring of apprentices within the workshop.
- Sound knowledge of hydraulics and fixed fire protection systems.
- Flow testing and hydrostatic testing of diesel and electric pump-sets.
- Follow SWMS and uphold safety standards while working.
Sub-Contractor Welder/Fabricator
Beneke Welding and Fabrication
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Mobile welding and fabrication for several clients in the construction industry, both locally and interstate.
- Developed plans for projects based on customer needs and expectations.
- Liaised with suppliers and other contractors to ensure projects were completed in a timely manner.
- Resolved any problems encountered during the course of construction work.
Boilermaker – Welder/Fabricator
Theuma Engineering
01.2014 - 03.2021
- Completion of my apprenticeship as a Boilermaker and attained my Cert III in Engineering – Fabrication through TAFE.
- Read and follow technical drawings and blueprints in the fabrication of steel components.
- Safe use of workshop plant and equipment such as forklift, cranes, hydraulic punch, bandsaw, lathe, brake press and guillotine.
- Welding, fabrication, and on-site erection of structural steel.
- Safe work practices and excellent communication skills while undertaking dogman work, rigging steel and working with cranes.
Farmhand
Ascot Park Thoroughbred Stud
12.2012 - 12.2013
- Inspect, feed and watered horses and livestock.
- Monitored animal health, identifying and reporting any signs of illness.
- Administered medications as required.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences, slashing, and tractor work.
- Applied pesticides following safety and environmental guidelines.
Storeman and Forklift Driver (Casual)
Equine Nutrition Systems
12.2012 - 12.2013
- Prepared and scheduled deliveries.
- Received and inspected incoming goods, ensuring the accuracy of deliveries.
- Operated forklift to load and unload trucks and stock warehouse.
- Monitored and managed stock levels.
Education
Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade -
TAFE NSW - Western Sydney Institute
Higher School Certificate - Year 12
Bede Polding College
Skills
- Welding: Stick, MIG, and TIG
- Oxy-acetylene cutting, gouging, and welding
- Structural steel assembly
- Metal Fabrication
- Mechanical Fitting
- Precision Measurement
- Creating Technical Drawings
- Plant and equipment operations
- Hydrant/Sprinkler pump operations
- Hydrant booster testing
- Hydrostatic testing
- On-site repairs
- Safety compliance
Certification
- HR Truck Licence
- Forklift Licence
- Safe Working at Heights
- Elevated Work Platform
- First Aid Certificate
- Licence to perform dogging
- NSW General Construction Induction
- TFT and TFI (Chainsaw)
References
- Thomas Heffernan, Production Manager, Prime Pumps (IMEA Group), 0419604344, production@primepumps.com.au
- James Davis, Owner, Davis Construction and Building Services Pty Ltd, 0413250098, james@daviscbs.com.au
- Jason Owen, Managing Director, D2N – Technology Solutions, 0428003663, jason.owen@d2n.com.au
Timeline
Production Welder and Fabricator
Prime Pumps
09.2022 - Current
Sub-Contractor Welder/Fabricator
Beneke Welding and Fabrication
03.2021 - 09.2022
Boilermaker – Welder/Fabricator
Theuma Engineering
01.2014 - 03.2021
Farmhand
Ascot Park Thoroughbred Stud
12.2012 - 12.2013
Storeman and Forklift Driver (Casual)
Equine Nutrition Systems
12.2012 - 12.2013
Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade -
TAFE NSW - Western Sydney Institute
Higher School Certificate - Year 12
Bede Polding College
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