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Josh Smythe

Traralgon South,VIC

Summary

Accomplished Manufacturing Services Manager with a proven track record at Superior Energy Services (Australia), specializing in operations management and fostering strong interpersonal relationships. Recognized for engineering design excellence and strategic project management, leading to significant efficiency improvements and industry accolades. Awarded National Apprentice of the Year by Skilled Engineering, demonstrating exceptional skill and dedication early in my career.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Services Manager

Superior Energy Services (Australia)
02.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for Managing all Engineering, Design, Project Management & Manufacturing activities.
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business opportunities.
  • Acted as a liaison between clients and internal teams during project execution phases guaranteeing clear communication lines were open throughout entire project lifecycles.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with SESA & EM organisational goals.
  • Provided technical leadership for company to effectively steer strategic plans and future projects.
  • Delivered engineering design, technical guidance and support to application developer teams building custom in-house trading systems.
  • Coordinated with key stakeholder to ensure full compliance with regulatory bodies & industry standards throughout the entire design process.
  • Developed innovative solutions for complex design challenges, resulting in increased efficiency of offshore operations & industry recognition and increased

Manufacturing Services Manager

Superior Energy Services (Australia)
11.2018 - 02.2022
  • Responsible for Supervising the Fabrication, Machining & Mechanical Departments.
  • Reduced employee turnover by creating a positive work environment with clear communication channels, regular feedback sessions, and opportunities for professional development.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial planning for service department, achieving cost savings through streamlined operations and optimized resource utilization.
  • Effectively managed vendor relations to secure competitive pricing on parts and supplies needed for daily operations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by implementing efficient service management strategies and streamlining processes.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.

Welding Supervisor & Inspector

Superior Energy Services (Australia)
06.2011 - 11.2018
  • Supervised welding projects for timely completion, ensuring adherence to blueprints and specifications.
  • Ensured consistent weld quality through frequent visual inspections and non-destructive testing methods.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all welding activities, ensuring proper recordkeeping for future reference.
  • Coordinated with engineering teams on design modifications, reducing potential issues during fabrication stages.
  • Established strong relationships with clients by providing clear communication regarding project progress, addressing concerns promptly.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Implemented quality assurance measures to maintain high standards of workmanship on all offshore projects.
  • Enhanced welding quality by implementing and enforcing strict safety and procedural guidelines.

Fabricator

Superior Energy Services (Australia)
06.2009 - 06.2011
  • Fabricated & Welded large scale offshore structures.
  • Read construction, isometric and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs..
  • Piping, including exotic materials
  • Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.

Fabrication Apprentice & Fabricator/Welder

Skilled Engineering
01.2006 - 01.2009

Completed Fabrication Engineering Apprenticeship during which I received the accolade of Skilled Engineering National Apprentice of the year. Work as a Fabricator Welder post successful completion of my Apprenticeship.

Education

Q1 API Practitioner

API-U

Diploma of Project Management

Tafe of NSW

Advanced Diploma of Engineering

Central Gippsland Institute of TAFE
VIC

Welding Inspector

Central Gippsland Institute of TAFE
VIC

Welding Supervisor

Central Gippsland Institute of TAFE
VIC

Cert III in Engineering - Fabrication

Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Workplace safety
  • Interpersonal relationships
  • Data management
  • Project management
  • Advanced problem solving
  • Project estimation and bidding
  • Budget control
  • Engineering design
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Personnel management
  • Engineering software proficiency
  • Quality assurance controls
  • Business development
  • Budgeting & estimating

Timeline

Manufacturing Services Manager

Superior Energy Services (Australia)
02.2022 - Current

Manufacturing Services Manager

Superior Energy Services (Australia)
11.2018 - 02.2022

Welding Supervisor & Inspector

Superior Energy Services (Australia)
06.2011 - 11.2018

Fabricator

Superior Energy Services (Australia)
06.2009 - 06.2011

Fabrication Apprentice & Fabricator/Welder

Skilled Engineering
01.2006 - 01.2009

Q1 API Practitioner

API-U

Diploma of Project Management

Tafe of NSW

Advanced Diploma of Engineering

Central Gippsland Institute of TAFE

Welding Inspector

Central Gippsland Institute of TAFE

Welding Supervisor

Central Gippsland Institute of TAFE

Cert III in Engineering - Fabrication

Box Hill Institute of TAFE
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