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Robert Gaw

Maghaberry,Co antrim

Summary

I am an experienced skilled Gas Cylinder technician with a keen eye for safety accuracy and precision.I always ensure seamless operations by maintaining equipment and managing inventory. Recognised for improving workflow and reducing downtime,Dependable and proactive,I demonstrate proficiency in handling heavy equipment and ensuring safety protocols are followed. I am committed to contributing to operational excellence and safety in role.

Experienced in special gases cylinders with focus on employee safety. Ensures smooth handling, storage, and transportation of gas cylinders through thorough knowledge of industry standards and best practices.

Experience operating, managing and maintaining cryogenic machinery. Works with attention to detail to meet safety and quality standards. Offers drive and motivation to exceed production targets.

Hardworking,maintaining smooth, error-free production lines, Collaborative team player motivated to achieve daily targets.

Solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion. With a trade background in fabrication and welding my skills and on the spot problem solving help me add value to an organisation.in my spare time I love to go to the gym, I enjoy watching football and motorsport, I enjoy gardening and DIY around the house, I am a family man me and my wife are very career driving. I like to progress and grow my skill set at any opertunity I truly believe in getting up and giving you're best version of yourself everyday you only get one shot at life.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work history

(Legacy) Grade 1 medical gases filling technician.

Boc gas
Belfast , Antrim
06.2012 - 08.2025


  • Skilled legacy grade 1 filling technician.
  • Programming systems for correct gas mixtures and blends
  • Analysing gases for purity (breathing oxygen)
  • Trained on all rigs and in every aspect of the day to day running of the plant.
  • Operating cryogenic tanks and pumps
  • Bleeding cryogenic cold end/warm end systems.
  • Doing daily pre fill inspections on all filling rigs,tools,test date rings on lines and signing pre fill inspection sheets,
  • Doing daily routine inspections on forklifts and signing the check list .
  • Always making sure flts are fuelled up for the next shift.
  • Trained on chemical spillage and emergency site evacuation.
  • Trained on special gases storage flammable/toxic.
  • Ensuring a clean tidy work space.
  • Always make sure department is well stocked up for following shift.
  • Daily Monitoring tank levels and keeping records
  • Working for a high performing organisation.
  • Performed manual handling tasks safely, minimising risk of injury at .
  • Achieved high-levels of accuracy with meticulous record keeping of inventory levels.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks to meet delivery deadlines.
  • Transferred filled cylinders to dispatch area promptly, aiding swift deliveries.
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations, reducing accident risks.
  • Provided excellent service to customers through polite and prompt response to queries.
  • Collaborated with team members, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Regularly carried out maintenance tasks on equipment, ensuring smooth operation.
  • Identified potential hazards with routine checks on the working environment.
  • Wore protective clothing for excellent health and hygiene standards.
  • Reported machinery faults quickly to limit downtime.
  • Counterbalance forklift trained.
  • Took part in weekly leads safes.
  • Understand values and golden rules

Fabricator welder

Unicorn engineering
Lisburn
07.2002 - 06.2012
  • Time served Fabricator welder
  • Welding and fabricating Park gym equipment, street bins ,medical bins and bespoke items
  • Training apprentices teaching how to read and interpret draftsmen drawings.
  • Welding grinding/filing/sanding.
  • Operating brake press
  • Operating guillotines.
  • Operating band saws.
  • Trained on powder coating and oven dry painting systems
  • Working close with managers and foremen.
  • Collaborated effectively in team-based projects for improved productivity.
  • Delivered professional customer service whilst discussing job specifications and requirements.
  • Would often when work complete go and help the distribution team to get orders complete on time.
  • Reduced waste with precise calculations prior to cutting materials.
  • Had a great relationship with all staff and managment very happy workforce.

Welder fabricator installer

Warmflow
Lisburn
07.2000 - 06.2002
  • Welding and testing boilers
  • Building testing and packaging air heaters.
  • Working to a quota style environment
  • Assisted in the design phase of projects to provide practical insights based on hands-on experience.
  • Utilised a variety of welding methods for diverse project needs.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations and successful project completions.
  • Prioritised workplace health and safety rules; prevented potential accidents or injuries.
  • Demonstrated expertise in MIG, and stick welding processes, showcasing versatility.

Apprentice welder fabricator

Gregg and patterson structural engineering
Lambeg
08.1998 - 07.2000
  • Welding grinding plating HBeam steel
  • Reading draftsmen drawings.
  • Chamfer beams using gas cutters.
  • Operations of overhead crane
  • Followed strict guidelines to maintain cleanliness in the work area.
  • Learnt material handling procedures, improving efficiency on the workshop floor.
  • Reported any issues detected in equipment immediately, preventing major breakdowns.
  • Prepared surfaces prior to welding to achieve clean joints.
  • Enhanced skill in using hand and power tools by assisting in complex projects.
  • Assisted senior welders to gain valuable industry insight.
  • Worked under supervision of experienced welders, learning trade secrets.
  • Used protective gear during all welding activities for personal safety.
  • Operated cutting equipment for facilitating welding process.
  • Completed basic maintenance tasks on welding equipment, prolonging machine lifespan.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Fabrcation/welding

Milfield college
Belfast
09.1998

GCSEs -

Crumlin high school
Co antrim
1998

Skills

  • Highly trained in gas development
  • Gas blending
  • Gas leak detection
  • Working to tolerance and accuracy
  • Certified to fill breathing gases
  • Great at keeping records and paperwork
  • Trained on extensive analysis equipment
  • Tank cleaning techniques
  • Load balancing expertise
  • Gas cylinder inspections
  • Flt trained
  • First aider
  • Chemical spill trained
  • Handles feedback positively
  • Bulk loading and unloading
  • Resilient under pressure
  • Efficiency optimisation
  • Pressure management
  • Time management efficiency
  • SAP software proficiency
  • Supply chain familiarity
  • Carbon dioxide systems
  • Use of protective gear
  • Valve repairing
  • Focused on task completion
  • Hazard awareness
  • Cylinder filling
  • Environmental responsibility
  • Warehouse navigation
  • Fabrication/welding
  • Drilling
  • Grinding
  • Pipe bending
  • Sheet metal
  • Operating brake press
  • Operating band saws

Timeline

(Legacy) Grade 1 medical gases filling technician.

Boc gas
06.2012 - 08.2025

Fabricator welder

Unicorn engineering
07.2002 - 06.2012

Welder fabricator installer

Warmflow
07.2000 - 06.2002

Apprentice welder fabricator

Gregg and patterson structural engineering
08.1998 - 07.2000

NVQ Level 2 - Fabrcation/welding

Milfield college

GCSEs -

Crumlin high school
Robert Gaw