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Liam Stuart-Kelly

Boilermaker
Kuranda

Summary

Skilled Boilermaker/Fabricator with experience in high-risk environments, notably with GP Engineering and ATOM/UGL. Demonstrated expertise in MIG, TIG, and MMAW welding, alongside a proven problem solving ability. Excelled in FCAW, achieving superior quality in diverse materials, underscoring a strong work ethic and a good attitude.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications

Work History

Boilermaker/Fabricator

NQEF/Silverback Ute Trays
Cairns, Queensland
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Fabricate and tig weld stainless steel pipework to high standards and modify existing pipework
  • Fabricate intricate aluminium safety components specific to technical drawings
  • Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
  • Developed innovative solutions for challenging fabrication projects
  • Operated hoists and gantry cranes to transport materials and parts.
  • Monitored inventory, keeping necessary supplies on hand.
  • Supervised two apprentices and offered specific recommendations to improve work quality.

Boilermaker/Fabricator

GP Engineering
11.2022 - 05.2024
  • Replaced bolts, gaskets, valves and pipework for transporting hazardous product to improve operations within Atom fuel terminals
  • Undertake atmospheric testing for confined space operations within an Atom fuel terminal
  • Act as standby rescue personnel for confined space operations within an Atom fuel terminal
  • Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each fabrication job.
  • Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.

Apprentice Boilermaker

Tropical Reef Shipyard
01.2020 - 11.2022
  • Undergo two separate FCAW weld certifications with LLoyds Register and AWS
  • Undergo a significant amount of coded FCAW on all kinds of vessels including many Australian Navy vessels and a United States Army vessel
  • Undertake weld testing and Q/C procedures ensuring an above standard quality of work was being produced
  • Liaise with Navy personnel to ensure sufficient permits and risk assessments have been completed
  • Remove and re-fabricate pipework associated with water supply, waste, air and fuel
  • Undergo welding, cutting, lancing and gouging on heavy yard equipment
  • Participate in ship slipping and docking processes
  • Fabricate heavy yard equipment (including steel up to 26mm) for slipping processes
  • Undergo different pre and post heating methods to ensure lasting quality on heavy components
  • Work with a number of different materials including bisalloy, marine grade aluminium, mild steel and different grade stainless steels such as 309, 316 and 2209

Education

Certificate III in Engineering/Fabrication Trade -

Tafe Queensland
Cairns, QLD
04.2001 -

Skills

Proficient mig, tig and stick welder

Experience in high risk work environments

Considerable FCAW experience with two previous weld certs

Heavy steel fabrication/welding

Experience with many different materials including Bisalloy, 2209 S/S and copper nickel

Considerable flame, plasma and air arc gouging and cutting experience

Experience with pipework in different kinds of materials

Keen work attitude with good ability to work within a team

Certification

Cert 3 Engineering Fabrication Trade

Timeline

Boilermaker/Fabricator

NQEF/Silverback Ute Trays
04.2024 - 07.2024

Boilermaker/Fabricator

GP Engineering
11.2022 - 05.2024

Apprentice Boilermaker

Tropical Reef Shipyard
01.2020 - 11.2022

Certificate III in Engineering/Fabrication Trade -

Tafe Queensland
04.2001 -
Liam Stuart-KellyBoilermaker