Connor Taylor
Christchurch,Halswell
Summary
A dedicated and driven foreman, with a strong engineering background and diverse industry experience, I have honed my skills in oil and gas, fishing, manufacturing, and architectural engineering sectors.
I have recently completed a diploma in competitive systems and practices, which has further enhanced my ability to lead teams and drive continuous improvement in the workplace. I am passionate about delivering high-quality results, striving for excellence in every project, and promoting a collaborative environment.
I take pride in fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
Mach3 Engineering
Christchurch, NZ
06.2020 - Current
- Management of workshop & site operations
- Implemented efficient work processes to boost overall productivity while reducing costs.
- Management of multiple projects/jobs at one time (often over 100 individual jobs)
- Overall management of projects from start to finish; liaison with clients, site measure, quote, order required parts/materials, engage subcontractors if required, manage manufacturing, and manage installation
- Ensured projects were completed within budget and to a high standard
- Management of staff schedule in accordance to client deadlines
- Reported directly to managing directors
- Conduct staff reviews
Team Leader
Mach3 Engineering
Christchurch, NZ
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Led our team to execute projects on time, within budget, and with high-quality outcomes.
- Ensured daily operations of the workshop and sites ran smoothly; ordered consumables, etc when required; organised maintenance when required.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
Engineer
Mach3 Engineering
Christchurch, NZ
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- High-quality welding and fabrication of Steel, Stainless Steel and Aluminium with TIG, MMA, FCAW and MIG welding processes.
- Certified Welding
- Site and Workshop work
- Maintenance, fitting, and mechanical engineering.
- Pipe fabrication, purge welding and fitting
- Stainless steel polishing/dressing
Engineer
Fabweld
Aberdeen, UK
01.2016 - 09.2017
- Boat (fishing/oil and gas) modification, repair, and maintenance.
- General fabrication with steel, stainless steel and aluminium.
- Structural steel fabrication and installation.
- Contracted maintenance for the oil and gas industry
- Pipe fabrication, purge welding and fitting
Engineer
Motive Offshore
Aberdeen, UK
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Fabrication/welding of winches and spooling winches capable of pulling/spooling 350 ton for the oil and gas industry
- Stainless steel pipe fitting and welding with TIG welding process
- Fabrication/welding of subsea framework/structures
- Crane ring gear repair
Apprentice Engineer
PK Hydraulics
Aberdeen, UK
08.2012 - 01.2014
- Stainless steel pipe fabrication, certified welding and fitting
- Oil and gas boat repair, modification and maintenance
- Contract maintenance for oil and gas companies
- General Fabrication for the oil and gas industry with steel, stainless steel and aluminium.
Apprentice Engineer
SMG
Aberdeen, UK
03.2011 - 08.2012
- General fabrication for the oil and gas, agriculture and fishing industries.
- Contract maintenance for the oil and gas industry
Education
Diploma (level 5) - Competitive Systems And Practices
Bencol
Christchurch, NZ10.2022
Trade Certificate (Level 4) - Welding And Fabrication
Banff And Buchan College
Fraserburgh, UK 07.2015
Skills
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Scheduling and Planning
- Workshop Management
- Quotations
- Client Relations
- Welding and Fabrication
- Mechanical Fitting and Engineering
Current/Previous Welding Qualifications
- TIG 6G S/S Shd Pipe (All positions)- May 2024
- FCAW (4G) (Overhead) - Dec 2020
- MMA 4G (Overhead) - Oct 2017
- FCAW (4G) (Overhead) - Oct 2017
- GSAW/FCAW 3G (Vertical Up) - Nov 2016
- MMA 3G (Vertical Up) - Jul 2015
- GSAW/FCAW 3G (Vertical Up) - Nov 2014
- TIG 6G S/S (All positions) Shd Pipe - Jul - 2013
Current Licences
- EWP/Knuckle Boom
- Forklift
- Confined Space
- First Aid
- Full Drivers License (Manual)
NZIM Courses
- Leading others through change
- Authentic Leadership
- Resilience and wellbeing
- Principles of strategy
- Leading lean
- Delegation and Communication
- Influence and behaviour
- Make better decisions at work
- Courageous Conversations
Competitions
Placed 4th overall in the 2012 BOC Scottish National Welding Competition.
Hobbies
- Mountain Biking
- Snowboarding
- Furniture design/fabrication
Timeline
Foreman
Mach3 Engineering
06.2020 - Current
Team Leader
Mach3 Engineering
01.2018 - 06.2020
Engineer
Mach3 Engineering
09.2017 - 01.2018
Engineer
Fabweld
01.2016 - 09.2017
Engineer
Motive Offshore
01.2014 - 01.2016
Apprentice Engineer
PK Hydraulics
08.2012 - 01.2014
Apprentice Engineer
SMG
03.2011 - 08.2012
Diploma (level 5) - Competitive Systems And Practices
Bencol
Trade Certificate (Level 4) - Welding And Fabrication
Banff And Buchan College