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Kim Matson

Albany,WA

Summary

Dynamic Owner/Manager at Matson Fabrications with expertise in steel fabrication and project management. Proven track record in enhancing client relations and implementing quality control measures, resulting in increased customer satisfaction. Skilled in financial management and effective communication, driving business growth and operational efficiency. Committed to safety and compliance in all projects.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner/Manager

Matson Fabrications
Albany, WA
02.2014 - Current
  • Advertising and sourcing Work.
  • Estimating and quoting all commercial and residential construction.
  • Designing and drawing projects with AutoCAD and SketchUp to produce plans for engineers and local council permits.
  • Job organization – order lists, material lists, time management, reading plans.
  • Staff organization, training, and supervision.
  • Implementing safe working procedures and management plans.
  • Working to Australian standards.
  • Producing work contracts.
  • Reconciliation of all business bank accounts, BAS statements completed every quarter, paying wages, paying invoices, and insurance renewals.
  • Contracting out work and liaising with contractors.
  • Carry out earthworks for projects.
  • Construction of retaining walls for clients.
  • Fabrication of jobs – structural fabrication, machine work, cutting, welding, grinding, painting, and erection of jobs.
  • Client Relations.
  • Business planning and meeting business goals.
  • Commercial construction.
  • Pipe fabrication and plate fabrication.
  • Aluminum TIG/MIG fabrication and welding.
  • Large tank fabrication.
  • Manage team schedules to ensure timely project completion, and efficiency.
  • Manage daily operations and workflows in a custom fabrication shop.
  • Oversee project timelines and resource allocation for various fabrication projects.
  • Collaborate with clients to understand project requirements and specifications.
  • Maintain equipment and tools to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
  • Implement quality control measures to enhance product integrity and consistency.
  • Maintain relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Use excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation, and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Oversee budgeting and financial management.
  • Identify new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Promote business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity, and generate revenue.
  • Develop policies and procedures for the organization.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, and holiday requests.

Boilermaker/Welder

Boddington Gold Mine
12.2013 - 02.2014
  • Job organization.
  • Time management.
  • Performing to budget outlines.
  • Surface treatment systems – both painting and rubber lining.
  • Welding QA/QC.
  • Implementing safe work procedures.
  • Inspection and test plans.
  • Working to Australian standards.
  • Material take-off.
  • Procurement of materials.
  • Mine site construction.
  • Pipe and plate fabrication.
  • Development fabrication.
  • Structural fabrication.
  • Adhering to QA/QC procedures throughout.
  • Machining work.
  • Working to machine-fit tolerances..
  • .Large fabrication works
  • Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues during routine maintenance checks.
  • Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Signaled to crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
  • Used welding and soldering equipment to join sheet metal components following blueprints and job specifications.
  • Replaced gaskets, valves, piping connections, and other components as needed.
  • Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
  • Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance during construction projects.
  • Collaborated with team members on complex installation tasks in challenging environments.
  • Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and ensure a secure worksite.

Workshop Supervisor – Mine Site Supervisor

CPC Engineering Ravensthorpe PTY LTD
Revensthorpe, WA
04.2011 - 12.2013
  • Supervision
  • Job organisation
  • Client relations
  • Scoping of jobs
  • Estimating/Quoting
  • Time management
  • Job costing/Sign off
  • Performing to budget outlines
  • Surface treatment systems – Both painting and rubber lining
  • Welding QA/QC
  • Implementing safe work procedures
  • Inspection and test plans
  • Working to Australian standards
  • Material take off
  • Procurement of materials
  • Mine site construction
  • Pipe and plate fabrication
  • Development fabrication
  • Structural fabrication
  • Adhering to QA/QC procedures throughout
  • Machining work
  • Working to machine fit tolerances
  • Training apprentices
  • Dispatch of goods
  • Large fabrication works
  • Implementing of safety management plan

Metal Fabricator/ Welder

Savanna Engineering
03.2009 - 10.2009
  • Pipe fabrication
  • Plate fabrication
  • Development fabrication
  • Structural fabrication
  • Aluminium Tig/Mig fabrication/welding
  • Stainless steel fabrication/welding
  • Large tank fabrication
  • Client relations
  • Shut down work
  • Training apprentices

Metal Fabricator/Welder

Austinetics Steel Fabrication
12.2008 - 03.2009
  • Plate fabrication
  • Structural fabrication
  • Development fabrication
  • Large tank fabrication
  • Aluminium Tig fabrication/welding
  • Stainless steel fabrication/welding
  • Training apprentices

Metal Fabricator/Welder Apprentice

A-Z Commercial Steel Construction
01.2005 - 12.2008
  • Large crane lifts
  • Tilt panel lifts and construction
  • Large truss fabrication
  • Plate fabrication
  • Structural fabrication
  • Development fabrication
  • Large tank fabrication
  • Aluminium Tig fabrication/welding
  • Stainless steel fabrication/welding

Skills

  • Building construction manager
  • Steel fabrication
  • Business planning
  • Project management
  • Client relations
  • Quality control
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Safety management
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Financial management
  • Compliance management
  • Time management
  • Profit and loss
  • Business administration
  • Hiring and staffing
  • Accounting expertise
  • Business management
  • Social media control

References

  • Jim Walters Owner/Manager of Wildwood Carpentry & Building 0427 416 938
  • Mario Balatti 0418 928 872

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 04/11/88

Certification

  • Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade
  • Certificate in electro fusing welding
  • License to operate a boom-type elevating work platform
  • License to operate a slewing mobile crane – up to 20 tonnes
  • License to operate a slewing mobile crane – up to 60 tonnes
  • Gantry and overhead crane certificate
  • Certificate in service safety testing of electrical cord assemblies and cord-connected equipment
  • Certificate in conduct working safely at heights.

Websites

Timeline

Owner/Manager

Matson Fabrications
02.2014 - Current

Boilermaker/Welder

Boddington Gold Mine
12.2013 - 02.2014

Workshop Supervisor – Mine Site Supervisor

CPC Engineering Ravensthorpe PTY LTD
04.2011 - 12.2013

Metal Fabricator/ Welder

Savanna Engineering
03.2009 - 10.2009

Metal Fabricator/Welder

Austinetics Steel Fabrication
12.2008 - 03.2009

Metal Fabricator/Welder Apprentice

A-Z Commercial Steel Construction
01.2005 - 12.2008

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