luke christopher chojnacki
new ollerton,nottinghamshire
Summary
Motivated professional demonstrating strengths in technical problem-solving and project management. Adapts to diverse roles and environments, utilising strong teamwork and communication skills. Committed to delivering excellence and supporting team objectives. Detail-oriented Craft Person with strengths in metal fabrication and welding techniques. Collaborates effectively to deliver high-quality results while maintaining safety and cleanliness standards. Drives continuous improvement by identifying issues and implementing solutions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
craft person
national grid
02.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
- Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Picked up additional tasks to aid team success.
- Demonstrated consistent hard work and dedication to achieve results and improve operations.
- Developed excellent working knowledge of industry trends and improvements in processes.
Bar Owner
self employed
retford
03.2018 - 11.2019
- Managed bar operations, overseeing stock levels, ordering supplies, and maintaining inventory accuracy.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the bar area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Scheduled employees to keep shifts well-staffed.
- Balanced cash registers, reconciled transactions and deposited establishment's earnings.
fabrication and welding engineer
self employed
country wide
04.2014 - 03.2018
- Utilised MIG, TIG, and arc welding techniques to join metal parts according to job requirements.
- Applied various welding techniques to effectively join metal components. to join metal without supervision.
- Coordinated cutting and welding of materials according to technical plans, ensuring precision and quality.
- Measured, cut, and shaped metal pieces using hand tools and machinery, maintaining high-quality standards.
- Operated plasma cutters, grinders, and other metal fabrication equipment to prepare materials for welding.
- Ensured compliance with health, safety, and quality policies by maintaining a clean and safe working area.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Applied strong knowledge of health and safety procedures to promote workplace safety and minimise risk.
- Kept strong knowledge of relevant regulations and maintained strict regulatory compliance.
- Completed projects within tight deadlines, effectively managing time and resources to meet client demands.
plater welder
Alstom
west burton and cottom power station, notts
05.2012 - 08.2014
- Fabricated and assembled steel structures to meet engineering specifications and uphold safety standards.
- Followed all safety procedures and protocols to remain compliant with both employer and client.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to determine the best approach for construction and repair tasks.
- Utilised precision tools for accurate measurement, cutting, and shaping of metal plates and pipes.
- Operated hoist to lift and position structural parts onto pallets for safe transport.
- Communicated with crane operator using hand signals to guide lifting of components into designated positions.
- Oversaw apprentices, guiding and mentoring them to enhance their skills and craftsmanship.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - advanced fabrication and welding
north notts collage
Worksop, NTTSkills
- Inventory management
- Health compliance
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Team collaboration
- Risk assessment
- Welding techniques
- Metal fabrication
- Project management
- Time management
- Employee scheduling
- Customer relationship management
- Problem solving
Timeline
craft person
national grid
02.2020 - Current
Bar Owner
self employed
03.2018 - 11.2019
fabrication and welding engineer
self employed
04.2014 - 03.2018
plater welder
Alstom
05.2012 - 08.2014
NVQ Level 3 - advanced fabrication and welding
north notts collage