Luke Thomas
Ipswich
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in coaching and boilermaking, notably at Crown Kickboxing and Precise Industries. Proven ability to enhance participant engagement and improve project outcomes through effective communication and assertiveness. Skilled in welding and training delivery, consistently achieving high-quality results while fostering teamwork and safety.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MMA Coaching
Crown Kickboxing
01.2025 - Current
- Enhanced participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and real-life scenarios into coaching sessions.
- Achieved positive outcomes for clients by addressing performance challenges and identifying areas for improvement.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, trends, tools, techniques, and methodologies to ensure continuous improvement in service delivery quality.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
Boilermaker
Brandons Welding Services
07.2021 - 01.2025
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Increased workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections of systems and components.
- Facilitated smoother project handovers, meticulously documenting procedures and guidelines.
Boilermaker
Bell Stainless
01.2018 - 07.2021
- Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Improved fabrication efficiency, integrating new technologies and techniques into daily operations.
- Welding stainless steel using tig processes.
- Rolling and pressing stainless steel Benches and ducting.
Boilermaker Supervisor
Precise Industries
03.2015 - 01.2018
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors to secure favorable terms on materials needed for projects.
- Enhanced safety standards through consistent monitoring of work conditions and regular equipment inspections.
- Increased customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality workmanship on all assigned projects.
- Established clear communication channels among team members, leading to better collaboration and problem-solving capabilities.
- Facilitated cross-functional teamwork between boilermakers and other tradesmen, resulting in improved project outcomes.
Boilermaker Supervisor
Meyjor Steelcraft
02.2013 - 03.2015
- Managed budgets, schedules, and resources for multiple concurrent projects to ensure successful delivery.
- Streamlined workflow processes for quicker project completion, resulting in increased overall productivity.
- Optimized inventory management systems by tracking usage patterns and reordering supplies when necessary, ensuring availability of critical materials for ongoing projects.
- Reduced downtime by implementing preventive maintenance schedules for all equipment and tools.
Boilermaker
D&R Stainless
03.2011 - 02.2013
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Fabricated and installed stainless steel tanks for the Brewery and mining Industry using tig and pulse mig welders.
Boilermaker
Brandons Welding Services
03.2006 - 03.2011
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Tightened or replaced bolts.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
Education
Toowong College
Brisbane, QLD12-2006
Skills
- Coaching techniques
- Self-awareness
- Assertiveness
- Influencing skills
- Training delivery
Certification
Licence to preform High Risk Work
WP / DG
Timeline
MMA Coaching
Crown Kickboxing
01.2025 - Current
Boilermaker
Brandons Welding Services
07.2021 - 01.2025
Boilermaker
Bell Stainless
01.2018 - 07.2021
Boilermaker Supervisor
Precise Industries
03.2015 - 01.2018
Boilermaker Supervisor
Meyjor Steelcraft
02.2013 - 03.2015
Boilermaker
D&R Stainless
03.2011 - 02.2013
Boilermaker
Brandons Welding Services
03.2006 - 03.2011
Toowong College
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