James Burnett

Work History

Manager / Welder & Fabricator

Quika-Brick

Honeydew

10.2021 - Current

Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Completed welding projects using gas flux-cored arc, plasma arc and shielded metal arc equipment.
Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Minimized warping using good fitting, burning and welding techniques.
Used MIG gun arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpieces.
Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.

Contractor (Carpentry)&(Welder/Fabricator)

Burnettworx

Johannesburg

02.2019 - Current

Completed tasks according to technical document requirements and specifications to work with accuracy.
Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
Operated table saw and skill saw tools to cut, shape and smooth lumber.
Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills.
Offered valuable suggestions to clients' remodel needs.
Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
Carefully read blueprints, sketches and technical drawings to inform comprehensive understanding of project scope and specifications.
Assembled durable, high-quality structures by working with forming systems, hand tools and range of equipment.
Fabricated custom furniture, shelving and cabinets and installed in specified locations.
Repaired and remodeled wood, iron and vinyl fencing.
Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly anchoring and bracing structures.
Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring and cabinetry.
Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
Chipped off excess weld, slag and spatter using hand tools.
Completed welding projects using flux-cored arc, shielded metal arc equipment.

Handyman/Carpenter/Welder

Burnettworx

Johannesburg

11.2018 - Current

Properly refurbished furniture and ordered new pieces when needed.
Responded to maintenance requests in carpentry & steel work with great speed and efficiency.
Educated clients on how to maintain selected woods and painted steel, upholding high standards of customer service.
Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
Completed welding projects using flux-cored arc and shielded metal arc equipment.
Managed equipment and consumables.
Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans.
Managed financials
Documented projects, consumables and sales details for accurate record keeping.
Executed design concept to comply with building requirements
Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.

Security Manager

Legosec

Johannesburg

01.2021 - 04.2021

Maintained high standards of excellence for security programs, strategies and plans while working in busy, high-risk settings.
Supervised grounds, employee entrances and exits and security officers on duty.
Worked in fast-paced and high-risk environments while maintaining exceptional standards of excellence for security programs, strategies and plans.
Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards.
Served as liaison with public officials, company negotiators and other departments to maintain big picture understanding of security needs covering all corporate assets.
Provided safety reports and data analysis to building managers to inform security processes.
Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
Oversaw quality control implementations and reporting, working closely with contract representative.
Determined, rolled out and supervised all security protocols for organization.
Investigated incidents and wrote reports.
Submitted documentation for weekly payroll, managed schedules and enforced policies.
Directed efforts to mitigate threats to personnel and infrastructure, reduce risks and optimize access to critical information.

Security Manager

BBR Security

Johannesburg

10.2016 - 12.2016

Monitored property and investigated areas of suspicion.
Moved around different security stations and vital areas to check on officers and adjust workflow to cover changing needs.
Submitted documentation for weekly payroll, managed schedules and enforced policies.
Implemented surveillance cameras to investigate loss, fraud, theft and abuse by employees or visitors.
Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards.
Installed verus equipment for offsite monitoring.
Installed electric fencing on multiple sites.
Managing the operations room for offsite monitoring and dispatching officers to emergency calls.

Factory Manager

Superior Shades

Johannesburg

01.2015 - 06.2015

Manager duties was the same as pretoria factory.

Restaurant General Manager

Jacaranda lodge

Pretoria

09.2013 - 02.2014

Verified accurate records and sufficient supplies by conducting regular inventories of food, beverages, glassware and other materials.
Maintained facility and grounds to present positive image.
Managed restaurant, bar and kitchen
Conducted health, safety and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
Maintained safe working and guest environment to reduce risk of injury and accidents.
Met, greeted and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
Prepared for and executed new menu implementations.
Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.

Factory Manager

Superior Shades

Pretoria

03.2013 - 09.2013

Led productive, motivated and loyal manufacturing team and generated factory-wide customer focus and pride in workmanship.
Assisted in manufacturing of products, welding, cutting and spraying
Overseen quality standards.
Operating stock & receiving of stock.
Stock take & stock level control
Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules and disciplinary action.
Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers.
Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Manager / Welder & Fabricator

Contractor (Carpentry)&(Welder/Fabricator)

Handyman/Carpenter/Welder

Security Manager

Security Manager

Factory Manager

Restaurant General Manager

Factory Manager

Education

High School Diploma -

Skills

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