I give strategic guidance and direction to our staff and research and develop new initiatives. I’m responsible for the overall management of the business, administration and tender submissions, site visits and aiding site managers in their projects.
I started my career in engineering with a scholarship for a pressure welding apprenticeship at New Zealand Petrol Refinery and while studying, won New Zealand Apprentice of the Year. I took a pressure welding position with Bechtel at the Darwin LNG Project and generated a lot of work throughout Australia before settling in Mackay and building DGC. I am a qualified IIW International Welding Specialist, Certified Welding Inspector, International Welding Inspector Basic, Pressure Equipment Manufacture Supervisor, Structural Steel Manufacture Supervisor and a member of The Welding Technology Institute of Australia.

I accredit DGC’s growth over the past 12 years to the commitment and quality of work by the whole team. I am proud of our high standards and positive work culture.

I have three young sons and love to spend time with my family, exploring the great outdoors. I also enjoy golf, cricket and have a small collection of pre-1970 Fords, which I love to tinker with.

I started my career in engineering with a scholarship for a pressure welding apprenticeship at New Zealand Petrol Refinery and while studying, won New Zealand Apprentice of the Year. I took a pressure welding position with Bechtel at the Darwin LNG Project and generated a lot of work throughout Australia before settling in Mackay and building DGC. I am a qualified IIW International Welding Specialist, Certified Welding Inspector, International Welding Inspector Basic, Pressure Equipment Manufacture Supervisor, Structural Steel Manufacture Supervisor and a member of The Welding Technology Institute of Australia.

I accredit DGC’s growth over the past 12 years to the commitment and quality of work by the whole team. I am proud of our high standards and positive work culture.

I have three young sons and love to spend time with my family, exploring the great outdoors. I also enjoy golf, cricket and have a small collection of pre-1970 Fords, which I love to tinker with.

I work with the company to identify improvement and growth opportunities. I’ve previously worked in senior management, project management and supervision roles and I love having the opportunity to work on improving our business whether it be in safety, quality or business growth strategy. I am trained in DuPont safety management systems as an ICAM Lead Investigator and Nace Level 1 Coating Inspector. I am also currently undertaking a Diploma in Leadership and Management.

I like how DeGoey Contractors feels like a big family. Everyone is approachable and there is always support available when needed. Whenever new opportunities arise, our staff are keen to get involved, contribute their ideas and are supported in doing so. People throughout our whole team continually go above and beyond the call of duty in an effort to achieve goals or targets and continually improve our business.
Outside of work, I enjoy playing golf and spending time with my family.

I develop welding procedures, qualify and maintain welder qualifications, develop QA packages, inspect welding, maintain equipment and update policies and systems. With 20 years’ experience, my background is in non-destructive testing technician welding inspection and quality assurance.

I am a qualified mechanic and also hold a Level 2 in Radiography, Ultrasonic, Magnetic Particle and Dye Penetrant Testing with AINDT. I am a Certified Welding Inspector and Auditor.

Married with three boys, I am also the Vice President and competition manager at Mackay Rugby Union and a Cancer Council Ambassador. I also hold a 4th degree black belt and am a Bujinkan Budō Taijutsu (Ninjutsu) instructor.

DGC has a relaxed work atmosphere and a supportive team environment. Our staff is full of experienced, skilled tradesmen and office professionals, each very competent in providing high-quality workmanship and industry knowledge. The team works well together, each contributing to the job ensuring a well-rounded final product.

As the Office Manager, my role varies a lot. I manage the company accounts and oversee three office staff. We handle the tendering, accounts, payroll, site administration and various other things that land on our desks.
I have worked for DGC since it began, about 12 years ago. My role has developed as the company has evolved and it has been great to be part of such a growing, vibrant team.

I hold a Cert IV in Financial Services and have had 14 years’ experience in administration roles. I enjoy the variety of my role and I like to share my knowledge and experience within the company with colleagues and clients.

DGC is such a family-orientated business with a friendly and supportive staff morale. We enjoy a good laugh and social get-togethers for team building.

Outside of work, I enjoy interior decorating, going to the beach, traveling and spending time with my family.

My background is more than 20 years working in accounts and administration, including budgeting and planning/scheduling of jobs. With DGC, I schedule and coordinate jobs and maintain the roster. I also prepare quotes and estimates, liaising with clients, communicating with team members and project administration.

I like the upbeat tempo of shutdowns, scheduling work and rostering resources, accommodating the clients’ needs and the location of my job.

I love that DGC is a family business. Our staff culture is relaxed, honest and fun. I also enjoy the type of work we do, the versatility of the business and how we always find a way to please and deliver to our clients. We work as a team and when the going gets tough, we all pitch in to get the job done no matter what role we have.

I grew up in Mackay and my family and I live locally. Outside of work, I enjoy boating, deep sea and creek fishing and camping, pets and spending time with family and friends.

I work closely with staff to provide guidance on all aspects of workplace health and safety and ensure compliance with HSEQ legislation, standards and codes of practice. I also develop and implement proactive risk management strategies and promote DGC’s commitment to safety and continuous improvement. I also coordinate training and inductions for our workforce.

I have more than nine years’ experience in various safety-focussed roles with qualifications including Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety, ICAM Lead Investigator and Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordinator.

I enjoy the diversity of my role and the learning opportunities it presents. Depending on the day, I could be writing a new procedure, conducting a risk assessment or audit or interacting closely with our work crews on the job front.

I enjoy being part of a close-knit team and like being exposed to different work environments and challenges on a regular basis. We have a supportive team culture that centres around team work.