Joshua Lacey
Bundaberg,QLD
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in mechanical and project management roles, notably through many different professions and industries. Excelled in parts fabrication, mechanical troubleshooting, and fostering team collaboration. Achieved significant cost reductions through strategic vendor negotiations. Skilled in gas tungsten arc welding and leadership, ensuring project delivery within financial and compliance constraints.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Boilermaker/Fitter/Project Estimator
Self Employed
Brisbane, QLD
08.2022 - Current
- Studied blueprints to determine locations, relationships, and dimensions of parts.
- Performed welding, burning and cutting processes to fabricate metal components according to blueprints and specifications.
- Calculated the amount of material needed for each job based on measurements.
- Provided assistance with troubleshooting issues related to boiler performance whenever requested.
- Read and understood drawings and used mathematical calculations for accurate results.
- Shaped seams, joints, and irregular edges of pressure vessel sections and structural parts to attain specified fit of parts.
- Followed safety procedures and protocols to minimize equipment mishaps.
- Read technical drawings accurately to determine the dimensions of parts that need fabrication.
Engineering and Projects Manager
Heat Treatment Australia
Brisbane, QLD
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure necessary materials and services, achieving significant cost reductions.
- Recommended design modifications to eliminate machine and system malfunctions.
- Established relationships with vendors to obtain materials at cost-effective prices.
- Led the resolution of complex engineering problems, applying advanced technical knowledge and analytical skills to ensure timely and cost-effective solutions.
- Oversaw the development and maintenance of engineering budgets, ensuring projects were delivered within financial constraints.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Supervised installation, repair and upkeep of machinery and mechanical equipment.
- Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
Fabricator/Fitter/Estimator
Self Employed
Brisbane, QLD
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Operated welding machines to fabricate and assemble metal components.
- Used hand tools to position, align and secure product components.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
- Processed invoices using accounting software programs such as QuickBooks or Peachtree Accounting Software Programs.
Technical Services Manager
Coregas
Brisbane, QLD
03.2013 - 10.2018
- Scheduled preventive maintenance activities for hardware components as required.
- Generated concept designs, collaborated with customers to gain feedback and directed entire design process.
- Streamlined and automated internal processes to improve overall workflows.
- Made technical suggestions regarding modifications to documentation, product performance, and failure analysis.
- Assisted in developing strategies for improving customer service levels.
- Troubleshot complex technical problems related to hardware and software applications.
Workshop/Site Manager
Quarry Plant Solutions
Brisbane, QLD
10.2011 - 03.2013
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
- Performed routine audits to maintain inventories, supplies and equipment.
- Performed lubrication tasks such as oiling moving parts and greasing bearings.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on production machinery.
- Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Installed new equipment and systems according to manufacturer specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes and other lifting devices to move heavy objects safely during repair jobs.
- Fabricated new parts to repair broken material.
Maintenance Supervisor
Boral Quarries
Brisbane, QLD
06.2010 - 10.2011
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Conducted preventative maintenance checks on a regular basis to ensure smooth operation of machines.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on production machinery.
- Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Communicated with distributors to acquire necessary equipment for projects.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Coordinated with vendors and contractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and established priorities for completion of jobs.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
Maintenace Fitter
Crushing and Mining Equipment
Brisbane, QLD
03.2009 - 06.2010
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Fabricated new parts to repair broken material.
- Disassembled machinery to remove parts and make repairs.
- Replaced defective components in order to minimize downtime.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Performed lubrication tasks such as oiling moving parts and greasing bearings.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues with the help of technical drawings and schematics.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Cert3 Fabrication-Boilermaking/Welding
Engineering Training Australia
Brisbane07-2013
Some College (No Degree) - Cert3 Fitting And Turning
Tafe QLD
Brisbane12-2008
High School Diploma -
Kepknock State High School
Bundaberg, QLD11-2002
Skills
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Precision measuring
- Repair services
- Inspection preparations
- Mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Parts fabrication
- Code compliance
- Hand and power tools
- Leak detection
- Maintenance scheduling
- Welding
- Mechanical aptitude
- Control equipment operations
- Drawings review
- Component repair
- Equipment installation
- Hydraulic systems
Timeline
Boilermaker/Fitter/Project Estimator
Self Employed
08.2022 - Current
Engineering and Projects Manager
Heat Treatment Australia
05.2020 - 08.2022
Fabricator/Fitter/Estimator
Self Employed
10.2018 - 05.2020
Technical Services Manager
Coregas
03.2013 - 10.2018
Workshop/Site Manager
Quarry Plant Solutions
10.2011 - 03.2013
Maintenance Supervisor
Boral Quarries
06.2010 - 10.2011
Maintenace Fitter
Crushing and Mining Equipment
03.2009 - 06.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Cert3 Fabrication-Boilermaking/Welding
Engineering Training Australia
Some College (No Degree) - Cert3 Fitting And Turning
Tafe QLD
High School Diploma -
Kepknock State High School
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