Nathan Ball
Sydney
Summary
Heavy Metal Fabrication Engineer with a proven track record at McGrath Engineer, Cater build fabrication excelling in welding techniques and safety compliance.
Professional metalwork specialist with strong focus on precision and craftsmanship. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing project requirements. Skilled in sheet metal fabrication, assembly, and installation, with keen eye for safety and quality. Reliable and results-driven, ensuring project completion aligns with high standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Cater Build Fabrications
09.2024 - Current
- Increased project efficiency by skillfully utilizing hand tools, power tools, and sheet metal fabrication equipment.
- Gained hands-on experience in various manufacturing techniques including CNC machining, welding, and sheet metal fabrication.
- Continuously sought knowledge on new Fabrication techniques including, light metal fab techniques and mastery of all heavy duty machinery i.e CNC Laser cutting applications, 3 tonne bending machinery
- Decreased material waste by effectively utilizing available resources during sheet metal fabrication and installation tasks.
Heavy Metal Fabrication Engineer
McGrath Engineer
02.2020 - 09.2024
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines in many different work sites including , Tooheys, Diageo, Sugar Australia and many smaller state wide breweries breweries to name a few food and drink based work sites i have worked at.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of fabricated components into larger systems.
- Learned Tig, Stick, Mig and Gassless fluxcore Mig Welding
Carpenter
MKB Property Improvements
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Repaired existing structures such as staircases, decks, or door frames with precision to extend their lifespan without compromising structural integrity or aesthetics.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
Construction Worker
MKB Property Improvements
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Worked in Large scale food production sites including the now shut down facility of Ingredion A corn gluten and corn starch production facility.
- Built scaffolds of every type and style from small scale aluminium scaffolds upto and including 20 story steel tube scaffolds for heavy duty use and construction. Workedrked in many areas of construction assisting with many different trades in construction and renovations both industrial and residential.
- Worked in Asbestos removals and home renovations.
Education
Carpentry Cert 3
Nirimba Tafe
Quakers Hill, NSWEngineering And Manufacture Cert 2
Enmore Tafe College
Enmore, NSWMetal Fabrication Engineering Cert 3
Quakers Hill Tafe College
Quakers Hill, NSWSkills
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Structural metal fabrication
- Tube / pipe welding
- Welding and fabrication techniques
- Forklift certified
- Asbestos removal certified
- EWP up to and above 11m certified
- Scaffold level 3 certified
Timeline
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Cater Build Fabrications
09.2024 - Current
Heavy Metal Fabrication Engineer
McGrath Engineer
02.2020 - 09.2024
Carpenter
MKB Property Improvements
01.2018 - 02.2020
Construction Worker
MKB Property Improvements
01.2015 - 01.2018
Carpentry Cert 3
Nirimba Tafe
Engineering And Manufacture Cert 2
Enmore Tafe College
Metal Fabrication Engineering Cert 3
Quakers Hill Tafe College
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