Matthew Reeve
Helsinki
Summary
With nearly two decades of experience in construction and engineering fabrication, including a pivotal role at Cranes Combined, I bring a wealth of expertise in crane operation, welding, and leadership. My career highlights include leading high-profile projects, enhancing safety protocols, and training teams, underpinned by a Certificate 3 in Engineering Fabrication. Known for my problem-solving abilities and precision in high-pressure environments, I consistently deliver projects efficiently, ensuring quality and safety.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Crane Operator/Rigger
Cranes Combined
Hobart Tasmania
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
- Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
- Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail while operating cranes for complex lifts, ensuring minimal disruption to surroundings.
- Experienced in inspecting cranes and related equipment for safety and operational defects.
- Maneuvered loads safely to achieve accuracy and stability.
- Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
- Achieved strong reputation for reliability among supervisors, leading to increased responsibility for critical lifts on high-profile projects.
- Assisted in training new crane operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and providing guidance for skill development.
- Maintained optimal equipment performance by performing routine maintenance tasks and promptly addressing issues.
- Consistently met or exceeded lifting capacity targets while maintaining the highest level of safety during all operations.
- Ensured accurate load placement with expert use of rigging techniques and communication with ground crew members.
- Increased productivity by skillfully managing multiple lifts simultaneously in fast-paced construction environments.
- Enhanced safety on job site by rigorously following established protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
Assistant /Supervisor
Elphinstones
Hobart Tasmania
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed daily tasks, delegating responsibilities effectively to optimize team resources and meet deadlines.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Submitted reports to upper management.
- Worked with management team to implement responsibilities.
- Tracked progress toward departmental goals, adjusting strategies as needed to maximize efficiency.
- Worked closely with other supervisors to create a cohesive, high-performing team that consistently met or exceeded company objectives.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid unnecessary work delays due to hazards.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and industry regulations by monitoring operations and addressing issues proactively.
- Actively improvement efforts aimed at optimizing operational efficiency across all aspects of day-to-day functions.
- Inventory management processes, ensuring proper stock levels were maintained while minimizing waste and excess costs.
- Contributed to the successful completion of projects by proactively identifying potential roadblocks and offering solutions.
- Led by example, demonstrating strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Reduced waste strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Maintained constant safe working procedures with employees.
Construction/Steel Fixer/ Welder/Fabricator
Crisp Bro Haywards
Hobart Tasmania
02.2019 - 12.2021
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material.
- Consistently met deadlines under pressure while maintaining high-quality work output in a fast-paced environment.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through excellent communication skills .
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding Stick techniques.
- Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met industry standards.
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications for specific jobs.
- Assembled and welded components to create metal structures.
- Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Operated hoists, mobile cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.
Welder/Fabricator/Mechanical Installations
The Engineering Company
Hobart Tasmania
02.2014 - 02.2019
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Achieved consistent weld quality through careful preparation of materials and attention to detail during execution.
- Advanced skills in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, stick welding, and plasma cutting.
- Maintained standards while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and cutting materials for each project.
- Developed a strong understanding of blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication outcomes.
- Increased production efficiency by maintaining and repairing welding equipment regularly.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Operation of hoists, mobile cranes, mechanical lifting devices.
- Adhering to workplace safety and wearing appropriate protective gear.
- Performed complex installations conveyors, ball mill and various shut down work.
- Adhered to all safety regulations during installations or repairs, reducing risk of injury or property damage.
Underground Operator/ Construction Worker
Tenix Group
Argyle Diamond Mine Western Australia
08.2011 - 01.2013
- Monitored worksite conditions for potential hazards, taking immediate action when necessary to rectify any issues that arose during operations.
- Increased underground equipment safety by conducting regular inspections and maintenance procedures.
- Implemented safe environment and adherence to guidelines of company safety policies and procedures..
- Followed safety guides to prevent injuries or accidents.
- Observed hand signals, radio communication while operating machines underground.
- Checked machinery for safety, protecting personnel, and equipment from harm.
- Moved materials using equipment to transfer to different workstations.
- Fasten structural steel members and hoisted cables, chains and rope.
- Inspected completed steel structures for alignment and compliance.
- Transported heavy steel components from ground level to elevated structures.
- Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to instructions.
Offshore Oil and GasWelder/Fabricator
Legeneering
Perth Western Australia
06.2010 - 07.2011
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated lifting equipment, and power tools to dismantle equipment to remove defective parts.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Increased efficiency in metal fabrication with precise welding techniques for complex assemblies.
- Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met or exceeded industry standards.
- Conducted rigorous post-weld inspections to guarantee structural integrity of each piece.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
- Fabricated and fitting components and structures following customer requirements.
- Achieved tight deadlines, efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks in high-pressure oil and gas environment
- Submitting safe work permit applications for oil and gas situations to management.
Education
Certificate 3 Engineering Fabrication - Metal Fabricator
The Tasmanian Skill Institute
Hobart Tasmania 03.2010
Skills
I currently living in Helsinki and seeking work
I'm 48 years years old from Australia and I do have the right do work in Finland on partnerships visa
I have nearly 20 years experience in and around construction in Australia,
My Qualification is Certificate 3 Engineering Fabrication
Starting my career in building of 120 mtr fast ferries from aluminium from the ground up
Welding and fabrication but also engine, gearbox and shaft alignment
Having completed my apprenticeship I moved into other areas from oil and gas platform to underground construction
Most recently I worked for a general crane hire company operating mobile cranes upto 40T and rigging duties for cranes up to 300T
High risk certifications Australia for
(HR truck, crane operation upto 40T, tele-handler, forklift, boom-lift, rigging (intermediate)
Licence approval in Finland to use all my vehicle classification for 2 years before renewal
Timeline
Crane Operator/Rigger
Cranes Combined
01.2022 - 06.2024
Assistant /Supervisor
Elphinstones
01.2021 - 12.2021
Construction/Steel Fixer/ Welder/Fabricator
Crisp Bro Haywards
02.2019 - 12.2021
Welder/Fabricator/Mechanical Installations
The Engineering Company
02.2014 - 02.2019
Underground Operator/ Construction Worker
Tenix Group
08.2011 - 01.2013
Offshore Oil and GasWelder/Fabricator
Legeneering
06.2010 - 07.2011
Certificate 3 Engineering Fabrication - Metal Fabricator
The Tasmanian Skill Institute