As a skilled welder with extensive experience in diverse industrial environments, including aluminum smelters, pulp mills, sawmills, fuel farms, and fabrication shops, I am eager to bring my expertise to Australia. My background includes proficiency in MIG, TIG, and stick welding, along with specialized skills in aluminum welding, pipe fitting, and millwright work. I am highly adaptable, having worked in various high-pressure and safety-critical settings, and am committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and safety in every project.
My goal is to leverage the knowledge and skills I’ve gained in Canada to contribute to the Australian industrial sector. I am particularly interested in opportunities that allow me to further develop my craft and work within industries such as mining, manufacturing, or construction. Relocating to Australia represents an exciting new chapter in my career, where I can continue to grow professionally while contributing to the country’s dynamic workforce.
The Welder Lead Hand at the Kitimat Rio Tinto Aluminum Smelter is responsible for leading a team of skilled welders in the fabrication, maintenance, and repair of aluminum smelter components and related infrastructure. This role involves coordinating welding activities, ensuring adherence to safety standards, and maintaining the highest quality of work to support the smelter’s operations. The Welder Lead Hand will leverage their expertise in welding techniques, leadership, and problem-solving to ensure the successful completion of projects in a high-demand industrial environment.
Worked for RDC on their weekend maintenance crew, where I specialized in welding maintenance and repair tasks. This role involved performing critical weld repairs, troubleshooting structural issues, and ensuring the integrity of various metal components. My responsibilities included both preventative maintenance and emergency welding, utilizing techniques such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding to maintain and restore essential equipment. This experience honed my ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines, often in challenging industrial environments.
Started my apprenticeship at Geo Tech Industries, where I gained comprehensive knowledge across the welding trade, including specialized skills in pipe fitting, machining, and millwright work. This diverse experience provided a strong foundation in multiple disciplines, significantly enhancing my technical abilities and contributing to my career growth and expertise in various industrial settings.
MIG Welding
TIG Welding
Stick Welding
Aluminum Welding
Pipe Welding
Blueprint Reading and Interpretation
Weld Inspection and Quality Control
Fabrication and Metalworking
Welding Safety Protocols
Weld Repair and Maintenance
Multi-Position Welding (Flat, Horizontal, Vertical, Overhead)
Material Preparation and Fit-Up
Welding Equipment Operation and Maintenance
Heat Treatment and Stress Relieving
Precision Welding in High-Pressure Environments
-Winner of the Skills Canada Provincial Competition in Welding: Achieved first place in the provincial-level Skills Canada competition
-Level 2 welding certification
-Forklift certified
-Man lift/Fall protection certified
-Confined space
-scissor lift certified
-Level 1 First aid
-CWB SMAW & FCAW All positions
In 2023 my girlfriend and I travelled Australia and completely fell in love with the country, culture and lifestyle. Since then, we have been trying to find our way back to explore and be able to call Australia our home once more. We both are very active and love that the Australian weather allows us to be outside year round. My girlfriend will also be looking for employment, she has experience in the hospitality industry in waitressing, bartending, and housekeeping. She also has her bachelor degree in education. We are very excited to hopefully find work opportunities together.