Matthew Thomson
Dartmouth
Summary
Highly motivated Metal Fabricator with 33yrs of welding, and marine fabrication experience, with 18yrs concentrated on submarine hull repairs and maintenance. I am currently a project Leader for DND's PM2 Submarine Division, with project planning and team management abilities. Diligently assign tasks, and ensure team members work together effectively. Communicate with, and disseminate appropriate project information to Stakeholders. Hard working Project Leader committed to managing quality work, milestones and deliverables.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Leader
DND
11.2022 - Current
- Liaise with vessel clients/coordinators to ensure all customer requirements are met.
- Develop comprehensive project plans that outline clear goals, timelines, and milestones for all stakeholders.
- Ensure all work requirements from the customer are properly entered into DRMIS.
Plate And Boiler Technician (Plater)
DND
04.2007 - 11.2022
- Fabricate steel components and structures based on customer requirements and job instructions.
- Perform duties of Acting Work Centre Supervisor, and Team Leader for a 4yr. period.
- Provide written technical reports for Work Order closure.
- Acquire all necessary technical coursing, ie - Submarine Awareness, Man Aloft Training, Confined space training, Arial Lift Coarse, and DRMIS Maintainer Coarse.
Project Supervisor
Marener Ind.
10.2003 - 03.2007
- Cost-estimate, plan, and oversee hull repair projects on Marine vessels.
- Coordinated many small and large-scale projects, meeting client requirements.
- Communicated milestone updates, outlined action items and offered solutions to team members and clients.
Welder And Metal Fabricator
Fabco Ind.
03.1999 - 09.2003
- Fabricate and weld ship components to client specifications, either inside fabrication shop, or on board a vessel.
- Nightshift Supervisor for a duration of three years, supervising various projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Catharines Collegiate
06.1988
Skills
- Welding
- Metal Fabrication
- Blueprint Reading
- Project Planning
- Effective project management
- Leadership skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Critical Thinking
Languages
English
Professional Working
Certification
Certificate in Project Management
Sobeys School of Business, Saint Mary's University
January 26,2024
Accomplishments
Awarded : CO's Coin
Fleet Maintenance Facility Cape Scott
Aug. 2024
Acknowledgement of efforts for Project Leader to KHM/ Glenevis Project.
Awarded : Queens Platinum Jubilee
Fleet Maintenance Facility Cape Scott
Feb 2023
Acknowledgement of efforts for work completed while on the Plate Shop Sub-Support team.
Timeline
Project Leader
DND
11.2022 - Current
Plate And Boiler Technician (Plater)
DND
04.2007 - 11.2022
Project Supervisor
Marener Ind.
10.2003 - 03.2007
Welder And Metal Fabricator
Fabco Ind.
03.1999 - 09.2003
Certificate in Project Management
Sobeys School of Business, Saint Mary's University
January 26,2024
High School Diploma -
St. Catharines Collegiate
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