WILLIAMS METAL FABRICATIONS - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Manager
- Estimator / Manager - Shed Installations
As an estimator and shed installation manager for Williams Metal Fabrications, Aaron can usually be found on site each day installing new sheds for customers. As an experienced roofing plumber, boilermaker, steel detailer and recovery mechanic, he's known by clients and colleagues alike for his easy-going, can-do attitude that helps get the job done right.
Aaron uses his strong communication skills to help the shed installation crew complete jobs in an efficient, high-quality manner, and he says he greatly enjoys the variety of projects and sites he works on with the team.
One of Aaron's favourite projects was a shed installation in Booleroo Centre, in the Southern Flinders Ranges region, which was a large-scale job in a great location that turned out well for everyone.
Abby began working at Williams Metal Fabrications in August 2015. Abby is the smiling face of the company and is the first person that clients interact with when ringing or stopping by the office. As a key member of the administration team, Abby works on accounts receivable, payroll and data entry, as well as providing support and amazing service to all clients.
Abby is known for her hard work, dedication and strong eye for detail, and she's happy to lend other staff a hand whenever possible. She enjoys the fun, friendly environment at Williams Metal Fabrications, where she says everyone is made to feel welcome and team members are always up for a laugh.
Job Titles:
- Business Administration Manager
Christy joined the Williams Metal Fabrications team in 2011 and shares her 20+ years of experience in administration and finance-related roles with the company and clients.
As Business Administration Manager, Christy loves working with clients and is extremely friendly and relatable, helping our clients by providing streamlined administration and finance processes. She is known for being an easygoing, efficient and dedicated member of the team.
Christy is always up for a laugh and loves being part of the fun and friendly team at Williams Metal Fabrications, who help make every day enjoyable at work. The Whyalla Dolphin Upgrade is one of Christy's favourite projects completed by Williams Metal Fabrications, as it was a large, challenging assignment and completely new in relation to the scope of works required in previous projects.
Job Titles:
- Director - Marine & Construction Manager
Craig began working as an onsite employee for Williams Metal Fabrications in April 2004, primarily doing steel erection work. Soon after he began an adult apprenticeship as a boilermaker and in 2007 he became a Director and co-owner of the business.
Today, as the Marine and Construction Manager, Craig oversees all site works from tender stage through to commissioning, working with clients throughout until the completion of their project.
Craig is known for his professionalism, his attention to detail, and for having the necessary experience to do what is required. However, his greatest strength is working face-to-face with clients. He likes to get to know clients personally and help them feel comfortable during any stage of a job so they develop trust and believe in the quality, professionalism and experience Williams Metal Fabrications can bring to a project.
Craig loves the diversity within the business and the challenges that the company takes on. He enjoys being on site and having a laugh with the team - and even laughing at himself! He believes that if employees are surrounded by intensity too much of the time, it diminishes their concentration and performance.
One of his favourite projects was the Port Bonython Jetty Dolphins Rehabilitation contract, due to the challenges it brought at the tender stage and during design and construction. This project led to the purchase of a 2C Work Vessel, and Craig took a Coxswain course to operate the boat. This Coxswain qualification - while not considered the ‘norm' in the industry - is now a necessary requirement for the Marine projects that the company takes on. Owning and operating a commercial vessel has become a very important part of the service offering at Williams Metal Fabrications.
Daniel originally joined the Williams Metal Fabrications (WMF) team in January 2017 as a boilermaker/welder. Today, in his role as Workshop Supervisor, he ensures that clients receive the highest quality product, delivered on time.
Daniel enjoys the diversity of work projects at WMF, as well as the range of knowledge his fellow staff have to share. Known for being easy to work with, inquisitive and outgoing, he shows strength under pressure and a real willingness to learn and help others improve. He has a great sense of humour and says that the personalities in the WMF team make for a happy working environment.
One of his favourite projects the company has done is the Marion Bay Jetty Shelter, as it's one job he helped build that is used a lot by the local community.
Josh initially began working for Williams Metal Fabrications in 2014 as a boilermaker and has since been promoted to Site Manager/Estimator. He has a strong background in metal fabrication and welding, and his high levels of motivation, work ethic and hands-on approach made him a natural fit for a role in management.
He's known for his ability to lead by example, manage workflows and meet tough deadlines. He prides himself on ensuring client satisfaction and enjoys the wide variety of work he's been involved in, from small projects to Tier 1 construction jobs.
While at Williams Metal Fabrications, Josh has been given various opportunities to further his education and understanding of the metal fabrication industry, including completing his Certification of Welding Supervisors.
Josh Paterson began working for Williams Metal Fabrications in 2011 as a trade-qualified boilermaker. His strong communication, leadership and people skills helped him become the workshop's leading hand, and after several years, he was promoted to his current role as Production Manager.
Josh serves as the conduit between the team on the workshop floor and management, and he's also in charge of providing clients with regular updates and ensuring that their jobs stay on schedule and on budget. He's known for being someone who can speak to people from all generations and from many different backgrounds. He's very sensitive to the needs of others and also likes to be a bit of a jokester at times! People respect him, and so they want to do their best both for him and the organisation.
Josh enjoys the challenges at Williams Metal Fabrications and the variety of work that the company does. Some of his favourite projects have included the creation of aluminum gangways, concrete tank molds, and the fenders built for the Port Bonython project.
Job Titles:
- Office Administrator
- Receptionist
As an office administrator and receptionist for Williams Metal Fabrications, Michelle Haylock is responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll. Michelle is known for being friendly, organised and efficient. With her excellent customer service skills, clients know they can depend on her to find answers to their questions.
Michelle particularly likes the strong team atmosphere and friendly co-workers at Williams Metal Fabrications. She enjoys a very supportive environment where staff members are made to feel important and that a job well done is always recognised and commented on. She appreciates being part of a group of people who share her sense of humour and who make each other laugh with their stories about life.
In her free time, Michelle's husband and daughter ride motocross at the state level. All three of them are actively involved in promoting women in this field, and Michelle enjoys volunteering her time to help at events.
Job Titles:
- Co - Owner
- Director - Operations Manager
Peter Williams began working at Williams Metal Fabrications in 2006. As Operations Manager, he is responsible for maintaining a continuous workflow, managing delivery dates, informing clients on jobs as they progress, and ensuring that all end products meet the company's high-quality standards. His tasks also include interviewing new job candidates, overseeing personnel, and ensuring that plant and equipment are maintained.
Peter has over 40 years of experience and skills in the metal fabrication industry, having worked in jobbing shops, structural steel manufacturing and installation, machinery and plant installation, mechanical installation and maintenance of conveyers, cladding buildings, manufacturing mining equipment and working on remote work sites all over Australia.
One of Peter's favourite partnerships has been the work Williams Metal Fabrications has done with Staminalift. He says that it's been very interesting watching this company grow and to be a part of their success and development.
As a co-owner of Williams Metal Fabrications, Peter is proud of the team and the work they achieve. In particular, he admires the wide range of skill sets among the employees and the fact that the workforce is becoming more culturally diverse, which is a great thing for the company and its future.
Job Titles:
- Director - General Manager
Stuart began work at Williams Metal Fabrications as a Project Manager and Estimator. Now as co-owner and General Manager, Stuart plays a key role in setting the overall strategic direction of the company alongside the board. With a particular emphasis on developing and executing the company's business strategy, sales and business development, Stuart's role ensures that the business continues to grow by way of building client relationships, and in helping estimators, production teams and customers to achieve schedules and targets.
With excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills, he's a self-motivated and resourceful manager who develops and strengthens management teams. He's also known for being easy-going - if he sees team members who are down or stressed out, he always helps to lighten the mood with a joke!
Stuart's MBA - not common in the industry - is very valuable in his job. He is a member of PADI as a diving professional (divemaster), and a Technoweld advisory board member. He's also currently a student pilot seeking a private pilot's license (PPL) - which would further diversify and develop the company's capabilities.
Since starting at Williams Metal Fabrications in May 2006, Stuart has worked on a wide variety of projects, and notes that one of his most enjoyable was the Santos Port Bonython jetty breasting dolphin rehabilitation project. This project had many challenges and was a great example of the company's can-do attitude and ability to go above and beyond in metal fabrication and installation.
Job Titles:
- Supervisor
- Senior Site Supervisor
Having begun work for Williams Metal Fabrications as a boilermaker and rigger in 2008, Wayne currently works as the Senior Site Supervisor for the team, interacting with clients throughout projects. His understanding of the skills required to complete necessary tasks - including welding, rigging and crane operation - are a great asset to both the company and to clients. In addition to getting his coxswain certificate, Wayne has his heavy truck and crane licenses. As a rigger, he can drive the new crane truck and unload it on site safely, whilst supervising installation.
Wayne enjoys working with clients on site, as well as the camaraderie among his co-workers. He's known by the staff as being a great guy who's always having a laugh. He is knowledgeable, conscientious and a hardworking leader who sets a good example and always puts clients first in order to complete projects on time.
Wayne notes that his favourite project so far has been the Port Bonython Dolphin upgrade, due to the unique challenges involved and the fantastic crew that worked together to make everything happen.