Greg Smith
Hampton Park,VIC
Summary
Precision-driven Fitter known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in reading blueprints, precision measurement, and welding techniques to ensure quality workmanship. Excel in problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability to meet project requirements and deadlines.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fitter/Welding Fabricator
Creative Windows
Braeside, Victoria
09.2019 - 12.2024
- Fabricated custom products from drawings and specifications provided by customers.
- Performed welding operations using MIG, TIG and oxy-acetylene equipment on various metals including steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss potential design changes or modifications that could enhance product performance or reduce overall costs.
- Assessed work for errors or compliance issues and made corrections or modifications.
- Adhered to work safety standards, wore protective equipment and removed workplace hazards from job sites.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Fabricated machine parts using lathes, mills and various other powered equipment.
- Inspected completed fabrications for accuracy prior to delivery.
Fitter/ Fabricator/General Maintenance Tradesman
McKinna Sheet Metal
Braeside, Victoria
02.2009 - 09.2019
- Fabricated metal components using lathes, mills and various other powered equipment and maintained and repaired industrial machinery, including welding and cutting equipment.
- Operated heavy machinery such as cranes, forklifts and trucks in order to move materials to and around job sites.
- Read and interpreted schematics and drawings for accurate results.
- Measured and marked material for cutting or shaping using machinery.
- Assisted in the design process by providing technical advice regarding fabrication techniques.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Created templates for repetitive tasks to expedite fabrication process.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or on site.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
Fitter and Turner/ Machinery Installer
JC Smale and Sons
Notting Hill, Victoria
10.1991 - 01.2009
- Read and interpreted complex blueprints and drawings.
- Prepared sites, materials and tools for specific projects and loaded and unloaded equipment and products.
- Replaced worn out bearings, seals and gaskets in engines and related equipment.
- Used welding and soldering equipment to join sheet metal components following blueprints and job specifications.
- Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
- Operated heavy machinery such as cranes, forklifts and trucks in a safe manner
- Drilled and tapped holes for installation of studs.
- Assembled and installed a variety of mechanical components, including pumps, motors, fans, valves and compressors.
- Fabricated metal components using welding and cutting tools.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Operated cutting, shaping, and boring machines to turn stock material into specific shapes or sizes.
- Measured machined parts with precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
- Cut metal pieces using a variety of tools such as saws, lathes, milling machines, grinders, and drill presses.
- Used hand tools such as chisels, files, taps and reamers for manual operations if required by the job.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols.
- Powered up, calibrated and shut down fabricating machinery according to company regulations.
- Mentored apprentices and inspected finished work to verify compliance with established requirements.
- Participated actively in team meetings discussing job progress and improvement ideas.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Conducted pre-installation site visits to measure, evaluate, and plan installations, reducing project delays.
Education
Welding Certificate 3E
Noble Park Technical College
Noble Park, VIC05-1994
Fitting And Turning Trade Certificate
Oakleigh Tech/ Box Hill Technical College
Oakleigh/ Box Hill Vic01-1979
Skills
- Installation and maintenance
- Welding
- Parts fabrication
- Cutting and grinding
- Machinery operation
- Hand tool proficiency
- Welding techniques
- Bearing replacement
- Seal installation
- Mechanical aptitude
- Precision measuring tools
- Component replacement
- Machine assembly
- Gasket replacement
- Structural steel installation
Certification
- Heavy Rigid Truck Licence
- Work Safe Licence in:
LF Forklift/Truck
CN Non-slew Mobile Crane
DG Dogging
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fitter/Welding Fabricator
Creative Windows
09.2019 - 12.2024
Fitter/ Fabricator/General Maintenance Tradesman
McKinna Sheet Metal
02.2009 - 09.2019
Fitter and Turner/ Machinery Installer
JC Smale and Sons
10.1991 - 01.2009
Welding Certificate 3E
Noble Park Technical College
Fitting And Turning Trade Certificate
Oakleigh Tech/ Box Hill Technical College
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