Lauren Bradshaw
Nepean Bay
Summary
For the past 20 years I have worked in the production side of our family engineering business. As an Engineer's Assistant I have gained a variety of skills that require precise attention to details, and expertise. I have a lot of experience using a diverse range of power tools, power machines, welding equipment and have the ability as an Engineer's Assistant (but also as an artist) to work with wood, metal, ceramic and plastic materials. Our family business creates and manufactures highly specialised scientific equipment, specifically fusion machines used primarily in the laboratories of both domestic and international mining companies.
I have also worked on the agricultural side of our family property and business as a professional grounds maintenance specialist with solid experience in landscape design, plant care, as well as soil and irrigation management. In this role, I have gained a lot of experience and am skilled in the operation of backhoes, tractors and ride-on mowers to create and maintain a range of environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer's Assistant
INITIATIVE SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS (AUSTRALIA) PTY. LTD.
01.2000 - Current
- Fabrication of a range of titanium tongs for handling platinum crucibles at high temperature using TIG welder.
- Fabrication and welding of incoloy furnace cradles for platinum crucibles.
- Machining of incoloy high temperature mould holder for glass Fusion Bead casting,
- Welding of stainless steel components for laboratory XRF Beadcasting Machine.
- Construction of wooden boxes used for domestic and international shipping of furnaces and other products,
- Conducted research on materials and components to inform project decisions.
- Manufactured and fabricated all equipment following OH&S procedures.
Education
High School -
Mt Compass Area School
Mount Compass, SA01-2000
Skills
- Welding (MIG, TIG, OXY)
- Power Machining (lathe, mill, drill, metal, and wood, saws, planers and thicknessers)
- Sheet and bar metal work machines, (guillotine, folders, benders, press)
- Proficient in the use of hand held power tools
- Ability to work with a wide range of metal, wood, ceramic and plastic materials
- Skilled and experienced at operating backhoes, tractors and ride-on mowers
- Current White Card
Art Exhibitions
2003 - 'Generations', permanent sculptural display at Oliver’s Winery, McLaren Vale
2005 - 'Ladybird', permanent sculpture at Red Poles, McLaren Vale
2023 – 'Soul Lights', private display as part of ‘River Lights’, Mannum Illuminate Festival
2024 – 'Rebirth of Soul', SALA in the Park, Centennial Park
Artistic Skills
- Welding TIG and MIG
- Ceramics
- Fibreglass
- Wood work
- Painting
Timeline
Engineer's Assistant
INITIATIVE SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS (AUSTRALIA) PTY. LTD.
01.2000 - Current
High School -
Mt Compass Area School
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