Stewart Bottrell
Welder
Summary
Detail-oriented Owner with proven success building relationships and maintaining partnerships with top accounts to increase overall productivity and grow profit channels. Expands network connections by effectively determining and meeting customer needs, implementing price models and optimizing inventory control procedures.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner Operator
Stewarts Welding & Fabrication PTY LTD
07.2016 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms for the business.
- Identified potential areas for cost savings without compromising product quality or safety standards.
- Completed complex fabrication projects with precision, ensuring the final product met client specifications.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Contributed to the successful completion of large-scale projects as an integral member of a highly-skilled team.
- Increased production efficiency by maintaining and repairing welding equipment regularly.
- Developed a strong understanding of blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication outcomes.
- Achieved consistent weld quality through careful preparation of materials and attention to detail during execution.
Sole Trader
Self Employed Welder.
10.2011 - 06.2016
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
- Enhanced safety standards by consistently inspecting equipment and maintaining a clean work area.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Reduced project completion time, utilizing strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by adhering to established codes, policies, and guidelines during all projects.
- Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping, and reassembling parts.
- Blew out machines, checked welding leads and wiring and changed filters for preventive maintenance.
Lead Welder
Commweld
02.2009 - 09.2011
- Participated in continuous professional development training sessions to stay current on industry trends and best practices in the field of welding.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
Fabrication Welder
Sonney Engineering
06.2008 - 12.2008
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Mentored junior welders on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team environment.
- Implemented innovative solutions for complex fabrication challenges, resulting in increased efficiency without sacrificing quality.
- Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures.
Fabrication Welder
Savannah Engineers PTY LTD
01.2008 - 06.2008
- Implemented innovative solutions for complex fabrication challenges, resulting in increased efficiency without sacrificing quality.
- Consistently met or surpassed production targets while maintaining an unwavering commitment to safety and quality standards.
- Provided input into selection of welding supplies, negotiating best deals to make welding process efficient and cost-effective.
Welder
Ridley Agriproducts
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Welder's Apprentice
Yness Steel
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Promoted team efficiency by swiftly transporting materials to designated areas using proper lifting techniques.
- Kept positive attitude focused on learning new processes and techniques.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Welder's Apprentice
Plumb TechServices
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures.
- Blew out machines, checked welding leads and wiring and changed filters for preventive maintenance.
- Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
Education
Drive Multi Combination Vehicle
Adelaide Truck Training Centre
Adelaide, SA10.2013
Welders And Welding Supervisors
Welding Technology Institute of Australia
Adelaide, SA12.2011
Safety
Nationwide Personnel
Adelaide08.2011
Engineering - Fabrication Trade
Gordon Institue
Victoria 07.2008
Engineering Fabrication
Department of Innovation Industry And Regional Dve
Victoria06.2008
Work in Confined Spaces
Safety Systems
Victoria 01.2008
Boiler Operations
Ridley Agi Products
Colac, VIC09.2007
Engineering - Production
Gordon Institute
Victoria 08.2006
Engineering: Fabrication
Gordon Institute
Victoria05.2006
Skills
Cost Estimation
Labor Requirements Determination
Environmental awareness
Project Management
Site Safety Management
Change Orders
Project Management
Timeline
Owner Operator
Stewarts Welding & Fabrication PTY LTD
07.2016 - Current
Sole Trader
Self Employed Welder.
10.2011 - 06.2016
Lead Welder
Commweld
02.2009 - 09.2011
Fabrication Welder
Sonney Engineering
06.2008 - 12.2008
Fabrication Welder
Savannah Engineers PTY LTD
01.2008 - 06.2008
Welder
Ridley Agriproducts
01.2006 - 01.2008
Welder's Apprentice
Yness Steel
01.2005 - 01.2006
Welder's Apprentice
Plumb TechServices
01.2004 - 01.2005
Drive Multi Combination Vehicle
Adelaide Truck Training Centre
Welders And Welding Supervisors
Welding Technology Institute of Australia
Safety
Nationwide Personnel
Engineering - Fabrication Trade
Gordon Institue
Engineering Fabrication
Department of Innovation Industry And Regional Dve
Work in Confined Spaces
Safety Systems
Boiler Operations
Ridley Agi Products
Engineering - Production
Gordon Institute
Engineering: Fabrication
Gordon Institute