Paul McVeigh

Experienced Site Foreman / Steel Erection Supervisor / Mechanical Fitter with 10+ years’ experience in structural steel, heavy plant maintenance, crushing and screening equipment, hydraulics, fabrication, and mechanical repair. Strong background in site supervision, fault finding, welding, and equipment installation. Skilled in reading engineering drawings, managing site teams, operating MEWPs and mobile cranes, and delivering safe, high-quality work to programme deadlines.

Site Foreman / Steel Erection Supervisor - Smyth Steel - Northern Ireland

(2025)

• Manage structural steel projects from planning through to completion
• Supervise site teams, subcontractors, and daily operations
• Plan lifts, sequencing, and labour allocation
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality, and programme requirements
• Read and interpret engineering drawings to coordinate site execution
• Conduct inspections and ensure installation standards are met
• Liaise with project managers and clients

Steel Erector Supervisor - Fabricat Ireland - Pomeroy, Northern Ireland

(2020 - 2025)

• Supervise structural steel erection and installation works
• Plan and coordinate lifting operations and site activities
• Operate mobile cranes for lifting and positioning steel components
• Carry out slinging, signalling, and lifting supervision duties
• Read structural drawings and manage installation sequencing
• Perform on-site welding, cutting, and fabrication modifications
• Operate MEWPs and other site equipment
• Ensure safety, quality, and programme targets are achieved

Maintenance Fitter - Col Mc Engineering - Donaghmore, Northern Ireland

(2018 - 2020)

• Performed maintenance on crushers, screeners, and fixed plant
• Diagnosed and repaired faults on mobile plant equipment
• Completed fabrication and welding repairs (MIG/stick)
• Delivered preventative maintenance and breakdown response

Fitter - CCS Mining & Civil - Perth, Australia

(2016 - 2018)

• Maintained crushing, screening, and civil equipment
• Completed liner and screen changes on mobile plant
• Fabricated and repaired steel components
• Operated excavators, loaders, and skid steers

Fitter (R&D / Production) - McCloskey International - Northern Ireland & Canada

(2012 - 2016)

• Installed hydraulic, mechanical, and structural systems on crushing equipment
• Read hydraulic drawings and installed hoses, pumps, and components
• Assembled, tested, and commissioned machinery
• Supported R&D and production line output
• Completed quality assurance inspections prior to delivery
• Installed engines, track drives, and major machine components
• Ensured production targets and quality standards were met

Level 3 NVQ - Engineering & Manufacturing - South West College (2011 - 2013)

Level 2 - CAD & Manufacturing - South West College (2011 - 2013)

6 GCSEs - St Patrick’s Academy (2005 - 2010)