Summary
Overview
Work history
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
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Gary Howe

Shildon,County Durham

Summary

A skilled professional with extensive expertise in bolt torquing, drilling procedures, and metal alignment techniques. Demonstrates proficiency in structural steel erection and heavy equipment handling, including telescopic handlers and power tools. Committed to health and safety compliance, with a strong focus on efficient time management and reliable communication. Adept at working at heights, conducting steel erection risk assessments, and executing precise measurements for structural assembly. Career goals include advancing in rigging operations and crane signalling to enhance safety consciousness within the industry.

Seasoned professional in steel erection with focus on construction projects. Capable of delivering quality results in fast-paced environments through robust technical knowledge and practical problem-solving skills. Committed to safety, able to contribute to team efforts and complete construction projects on time.

Diligent Steel Erector with knack for precise assembly and structural integrity. Skilled in ensuring safety compliance and boosting team productivity on large-scale projects. Known for contributing to seamless project completions and enhancing site organisation.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Steel Erector

Braddan Structures Ltd
Darlington, Durham
05.2021 - Current
  • Used oxy-acetylene torches for cutting through heavy sections of metal or old bolts securing sections together, enhancing efficiency on-site.
  • Adhered to strict health and safety regulations ensuring a safe work environment for all staff members.
  • Fastened together steel bars in concrete forms to reinforce concrete structures, resulting in increased structural strength.
  • Erected scaffolding to provide secure working platforms during construction projects.
  • Secured steel beams into place using bolts which offered a robust structure once completed.
  • Unloaded and stacked steel so materials remained undamaged and accessible.
  • Raised and united structural-steel members to form completed structures and frameworks.
  • Operated and worked with mechanical lifting aids, forklift trucks and mobile elevated platforms.
  • Fastened steel members to cable hoist using chains and strops.
  • Lifted and guided components into position using tower cranes.
  • Assembled and erected metal frames to support buildings and structures.
  • Erected steel framework for bridges and other constructions.
  • Followed established measures to assess and prevent risks when working at heights.

Steel Erector

K Broxholme & Son Ltd
Northampton, Northamptonshire
08.2019 - 05.2021

As current post

Charge Hand

Bourne Steel Ltd
Poole, Dorset
01.2016 - 08.2019
  • Conducted periodic equipment checks minimising any potential disruptions in workflow.
  • Led by example, fostered a culture of hard work and integrity within the team.
  • Maintained high safety standards to prevent workplace accidents.
  • Trained new hires and set up mentoring relationships to drive team performance.
  • Steel erecting, as current

Steel Worker

Taziker Projects Ltd
Bolton
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Replacing steel and bridge hangers on the Royal Albert Railway Bridge, Devon
  • Using current skills, as previously detailed

Steel Erection Supervisor

Braddan Structures Ltd
Darlington
06.2009 - 01.2012
  • Supervised erecting processes, resulting in top-notch structure installations.
  • Led toolbox talks to ensure clear communication within the team.
  • Prepared regular reports documenting progress and challenges faced during projects.
  • Handled resolution of onsite conflicts swiftly ensuring no hindrance in work flow.
  • Executed health and safety legislation compliance in all operations.
  • Oversaw daily operations on site, maintaining a safe environment for workers.
  • Enforced strict adherence to quality standards contributing towards excellent output.
  • Facilitated smooth project execution with precise planning and coordination.
  • Directed crane operations to facilitate optimal material handling.
  • Raised and united structural-steel members to form completed structures and frameworks.
  • Operated and worked with mechanical lifting aids, forklift trucks and mobile elevated platforms.
  • Lifted and guided components into position using tower cranes.
  • Fastened steel members to cable hoist using chains and strops.

Steel Erection Foreman

DK Steel Erection Ltd
Durham
06.2000 - 06.2009
  • Directed crane operations to facilitate optimal material handling.
  • Oversaw daily operations on site, maintaining a safe environment for workers.
  • Operated and worked with mechanical lifting aids, forklift trucks and mobile elevated platforms.
  • Raised and united structural-steel members to form completed structures and frameworks.
  • Fastened steel members to cable hoist using chains and strops.

Foreman - Steel Erection

MDH Ltd
Darlington
03.1997 - 06.2000
  • As DK Steel

Steel Worker

NDT Welding
Durham
08.1994 - 03.1997
  • Assisted in the repair and refurbishment of old steel structures, adding longevity to them.
  • Raised and united structural-steel members to form completed structures and frameworks.
  • Maintained and repaired existing steel structures and equipment.
  • Assembled and erected metal frames to support buildings and structures.
  • Marked guides metal framework to assist with drilling, cutting and shaping metal stock.

Skills

  • Bolt torquing expertise
  • Drilling procedure familiarity
  • Metal alignment techniques
  • Erecting proficiency
  • Metal cutting proficiency
  • Structural steel erection
  • Heavy equipment handling
  • Telescopic handler trained
  • Use of power tools
  • Steel cutting methods
  • Reliable communication
  • Bolt installation
  • Punctuality and reliability
  • Precise measurement
  • Efficient time management
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Dismantling steel
  • Hoisting and rigging
  • Steel erection risk assessments
  • Structural assembly
  • Equipment operation
  • Power tools handling
  • Working at heights
  • Steel structure assembly
  • Time efficiency
  • Rigging operations
  • Rigging practices
  • Tolerance for heights
  • Initiative taking
  • Bolt connection expertise
  • Crane signalling
  • Safety consciousness
  • Communication proficiency

Affiliations

  • Music, Gym, Holidays, Gardening, Reading

Certification

  • CSCS Card
  • Gold Card
  • Steel Erector Diploma - Level 3
  • Slinger/Signaller - Reg no: 1224542 - Exp: 2029
  • CPCS
  • MEWP - Boom - Self Propelled plus Scissor
  • Slinger/Signaller - All Types - Static Duties
  • A17C Telescopic Handler/All Sizes (exc 360 slew)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Steel Erector

Braddan Structures Ltd
05.2021 - Current

Steel Erector

K Broxholme & Son Ltd
08.2019 - 05.2021

Charge Hand

Bourne Steel Ltd
01.2016 - 08.2019

Steel Worker

Taziker Projects Ltd
01.2012 - 01.2016

Steel Erection Supervisor

Braddan Structures Ltd
06.2009 - 01.2012

Steel Erection Foreman

DK Steel Erection Ltd
06.2000 - 06.2009

Foreman - Steel Erection

MDH Ltd
03.1997 - 06.2000

Steel Worker

NDT Welding
08.1994 - 03.1997
Gary Howe