Thomas McQualter
Shepparton,Australia
Summary
Dynamic Operations Coordinator with a proven track record at Redland Premium Fruit, excelling in process implementation and team training. Enhanced productivity through effective scheduling management and cross-functional collaboration, achieving project goals on time. Committed to operational excellence and compliance. Relevant experience operating heavy equipment such as but not limited to skidsteer, small excavator, HC driving, forklift operations, padfoot operating. Extensive mechanical knowledge with automotive vehicles and equipment maintenance, along with effective problem solving skills.
Skilled Fabricator with experience in diverse industrial settings. Strengths include proficiency in welding, reading technical drawings and operating machinery for metal fabrication. Known for improving efficiency and accuracy in previous roles. Committed to safety standards and fostering teamwork on the job site.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabricator
Mcburnie Group
Yarrawonga , Vic
06.2025 - Current
- Fabricated components using welding and cutting tools.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure safety.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes.
- Assisted in training new employees on fabrication techniques.
- Measured and marked material for cutting or shaping using measuring tools.
- Installed fabricated items in accordance with drawings and specifications.
- Fabricated custom parts from raw materials using manual machining equipment.
- Assembled parts according to drawings and specifications.
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance standards.
- Perform welding tasks using Mig, Tig and stick.
- Transport equipment and machinery to sites using heavy vehicle.
Drillers Offsider
DDH1 Drilling
Perth , WA
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted drillers in setting up and maintaining drilling equipment.
- Monitored drilling operations to ensure safety and compliance with protocols.
- Prepared drill sites by clearing debris and organizing tools efficiently.
- Communicated daily with team members about operational needs and challenges.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to identify maintenance needs early.
- Participated in safety briefings to uphold workplace safety standards consistently.
- Assisted with setting up and taking down drilling rig and various equipment.
- Assisted with loading and unloading of materials, supplies and equipment onto trucks or trailers.
- Provided support to driller personnel by performing manual labor tasks as required.
- Conducted daily maintenance checks on machines such as pumps, compressors, engines.
- Performed general housekeeping duties including cleaning up work areas at the end of each shift.
- Delivered materials to designated locations onsite as instructed by supervisor or driller personnel.
- Participated in regular toolbox talks about health and safety practices related to drilling activities.
- Cleaned, lubricated, maintained and serviced all machinery used in drilling operations.
Operations Coordinator
Redland Premium Fruit
Shepparton, Australia
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with area managers to evaluate needs and optimize operational plans.
- Led successful projects from conception to completion, achieving objectives on time and within budget constraints.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, maintaining open lines of communication to promote loyalty and retention.
- Boosted productivity by establishing effective communication channels between departments.
- Maximized resource utilization by monitoring staff schedules and allocating tasks.
- Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, keeping accurate records and managing audits as required.
- Implemented troubleshooting, root cause analysis and issue resolution.
- Provided direction and guidance to internal teams in order to achieve targets.
- Optimized operational efficiency, coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Maintenance Fitter Turner
Redland Premium Fruit
Shepparton, Australia
12.2021 - 09.2024
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by adhering to strict quality control measures during all stages of production.
- Assisted in reducing project lead times by streamlining processes for efficient production planning and scheduling.
- Strengthened communication between departments by providing clear feedback on design improvements during prototype testing phases.
- Consistently upheld company values of quality, professionalism, and commitment to excellence through all aspects of the Fitter Turner role.
- Complying with all workplace health and safety with high level of commitment.
- Maintaining equipment to company and manufacturer standards.
- Transport machinery and equipment to and from sites driving heavy vehicle.
Fabricator
Tip N Go Trailers
Shepparton, Australia
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
- Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
- Assembled and welded components to create metal structures.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly.
Coach Builder
Shepparton Motor Body Builders
Shepparton, Australia
12.2017 - 10.2021
- Started as an Apprentice coach builder.
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
- Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
- Assembled and welded components to create metal structures.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly.
Education
Certificate III - Automotive Engineering
Kangan Institute
Melbourne, VICNo Degree - Years 7 To 10
Notre Dame Collage
Shepparton, VICSkills
- Scheduling management
- Process implementation
- Supply ordering
- Risk management
- Operations management
- Staff supervision
- Performance monitoring
- Team Training
- Production
- KPI tracking
- Incident reporting
- Workflow optimization
- Forklift operation
- Skidsteer operation
- Small excavator operation
- Heavy Combination truck driving
- Autonomous machinery operation
- Working at heights certificate
- First aid certificate
- Chemicals handling certificate
Timeline
Fabricator
Mcburnie Group
06.2025 - Current
Drillers Offsider
DDH1 Drilling
06.2025 - 08.2025
Operations Coordinator
Redland Premium Fruit
09.2024 - 06.2025
Maintenance Fitter Turner
Redland Premium Fruit
12.2021 - 09.2024
Fabricator
Tip N Go Trailers
10.2021 - 12.2021
Coach Builder
Shepparton Motor Body Builders
12.2017 - 10.2021
Certificate III - Automotive Engineering
Kangan Institute
No Degree - Years 7 To 10
Notre Dame Collage