Edwin Pata
Mackay ,Queensland
Summary
Dynamic Metal Fabricator with extensive experience at Walz Group Construction and Kansanshi Mining Plc, skilled in interpreting blueprints and optimizing fabrication processes. Proven ability to enhance productivity through complex problem-solving and effective teamwork. Adept in MIG and Flux core welding, ensuring high-quality standards while maintaining a safe work environment. Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Full-time Metal Fabricator/welder
Walz Group
Mackay, Queensland, Australia
01.2024 - Current
- Accurately interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to fabricate high-quality metal products according to specified dimensions.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Achieved consistent adherence to project deadlines through effective prioritization of tasks in a high-pressure work environment.
- Supported quality assurance efforts by performing thorough inspections of completed metalwork, identifying any defects or inconsistencies before delivery to clients.
- Continuously updated skillset through professional development opportunities, staying current on advancements in the metal fabrication field.
- Reduced material waste by optimizing cutting patterns and improving inventory management systems.
- Completed complex welding tasks for structural components, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
- Utilized various metalworking tools such as shears, press brakes, plasma cutters, and punches to produce precise cuts and bends in sheet metals.
- Adhered strictly to industry regulations and safety standards, maintaining a clean work environment free of hazards.
- Delivered customer satisfaction through close attention to detail when producing custom metal parts based on specific client requests.
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure timely completion of custom fabrication projects, meeting client specifications.
- Contributed to cost savings by identifying opportunities for process improvements and recommending changes in materials or equipment usage.
- Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining metal fabrication processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Optimized workspace organization, leading to more efficient production flow.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to refine product designs for manufacturability.
- Improved precision in metal cutting by calibrating machinery for optimal performance.
- Conducted rigorous quality control checks, ensuring all products met strict industry standards.
- Assisted in design of proprietary fabrication technique, leading to patent application for company.
- Reduced material waste with meticulous planning and precise cutting techniques.
- Customized fabrication solutions to meet unique industrial needs, enhancing operational efficiency for clients.
- Streamlined fabrication processes, significantly reducing project completion times.
- Maintained high standards of craftsmanship, ensuring all fabrications met aesthetic and functional requirements.
- Solved complex fabrication challenges with innovative approaches, recognized by management for creativity and problem-solving skills.
- Complied with safety regulations while operating machinery and tools to protect against injury.
- Altered and trimmed existing metal fabrications to meet size and position requirements.
- Operated welding equipment to assemble and repair metal structures and elements.
- Worked with presses, saws and drills to manipulate metal components for structural fabrication.
- Lifted or moved materials and finished products using large cranes.
- Straightened warped or bent parts using sledges, hand torches, or bulldozers.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Maintained machinery and tools to keep fabrication processes running smoothly.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
- Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
- Observed hydrostatic and dimension tolerance tests to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
- Improved project completion times by streamlining welding processes for structural components.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability by implementing metal recycling practices in workshop.
- Improved customer satisfaction by delivering custom welding projects ahead of scheduled deadlines.
- Reduced material waste with careful planning and accurate cutting of metal components.
- Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met or exceeded industry standards.
- Conducted rigorous post-weld inspections to guarantee structural integrity of each piece.
- Increased efficiency in metal fabrication with precise welding techniques for complex assemblies.
- Facilitated cross-department communication, ensuring projects stayed on schedule with clear updates and coordination.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards, keeping documentation updated and accessible.
- Enhanced workshop safety by consistently adhering to all safety protocols and conducting regular equipment checks.
- Collaborated on design of custom metalwork projects, meeting client specifications with innovative solutions.
- Solved complex welding challenges by applying specialized techniques in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
- Supported junior welders through mentorship, enhancing team capabilities with shared knowledge and experience.
- Enhanced aesthetic appeal of final products with skilled finishing techniques for smooth and clean welds.
- Increased operational lifespan of equipment with regular maintenance and timely repairs.
- Assisted in project estimation by providing accurate time and material assessments for welding tasks.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Performed routine maintenance on fabrication equipment, prolonging the life of machinery and preventing costly repairs or downtime.
- Improved product durability by adopting advanced welding techniques.
- Designed and executed custom metal fabrications for specialized client projects, achieving high levels of client satisfaction.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles within the workspace to reduce waste while maintaining product quality.
- Improved work area organization by implementing efficient storage solutions for tools, materials, and finished products.
Full-time Metal Fabricator
Kansanshi Mining Plc
Solwezi, North-western Zambia.
01.2017 - 11.2023
- Maintained machinery and tools to keep fabrication processes running smoothly.
- Altered and trimmed existing metal fabrications to meet size and position requirements.
- Complied with safety regulations while operating machinery and tools to protect against injury.
- Operated welding equipment such as stick,MIG and Flux Cored welders to assemble and repair metal structures and elements.
- Operated Press brake, guillotine, Rolling and cropping equipments.
- Read and interprete blueprints.
- Operated flame cutting and welding equipment such as plasma cutters and oxy-accetelyne welding and cutting equipments.
- Identified equipment and production non-compliance issues and notified foreman to facilitate resolution.
- Straightened warped or bent parts using sledges, hand torches, or bulldozers.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Fabricated steel pipes,chutes,launders,tanks and column brackets.
- Repaired excavator buckets e.g, stripping and relining the bucket
- and installation of ground engagement tool such as leap shrouds or Corner shrouds.
- Rehabilitated haul truck trays for CAT,KOMATSU and Hitachi WHITE HORSE.
- Used lancing guns for cutting very large pieces of steel.
- Performed routine maintenance on fabricated equipment,prolonging the life of machinery and preventing costly repairs or downtime.
- Worked with presses, saws and drills to manipulate components for structural fabrication.
Education
Crafts Certificate - Metal Fabrication
Solwezi Trades Training Institution
Solwezi,zambia 04.2016
Skills
- Sketch Drawings
- Project Milestones
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Heat Treating
- Creative Solutions
- Maintenance Processes
- Operational Standards
- Hand Torches
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Company Safety Standards
- Punch Presses
- Safe Driving
- Fabrications Knowledge
- Corrective Actions
- Hand Saw
- Personnel Records
- Protective Coatings
- Interpret Blueprints
- Instruction Interpretation
- Hoist Operations
- Equipment Inventory Maintenance
- Metal Erecting
- Team Meetings
- Assembled Parts and Fabrication
- Design Standards
- Safe Work Practices
- Critical Thinking
- Continuous Education
- Corrective Maintenance
- Fall Protection
- Technical Guidance
- Metal Component Installation
- Daily Logs
- Machinery Setup
- Apprentice Supervision
Accomplishments
- Supervised a team of 10 staff members as leading hand at kansanshi mining plc.
Certification
- Confined space entry
- Working at heights
- Basic scaffolding
- Mining First Aid
Additional Information
- Class C drivers license.
- High Risk Work licence (forklift)
- Elevated work platform licence (EWP)
- Engineering institute of Zambia practicing license (EIZ).
References
Collin lette
General manager, Mackay workshop,
Walz group pty,QLD.
Phone:+61749521888
Email:Collinlette@walzgroup.biz
Goodson Nkandu
Backend Mechanical maintenance supervisor,
kansanshi mining plc,solwezi.
Phone:0968778784
Email :Goodson.nkandu@fqml.com
Timeline
Full-time Metal Fabricator/welder
Walz Group
01.2024 - Current
Full-time Metal Fabricator
Kansanshi Mining Plc
01.2017 - 11.2023
Crafts Certificate - Metal Fabrication
Solwezi Trades Training Institution