John Thornbury
Welder
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About
Coded welder with over 9 years' experience in MIG, TIG, and flux-core welding across shipbuilding, heavy fabrication, and structural steel. Currently working at Harland & Wolff on military and marine vessels, coded to 4G in FCAW. Skilled in interpreting technical drawings, fabricating complex components, and executing high-spec welds to industry standards. Reliable, efficient, and adaptable — proven across high-pressure environments.
Experience
Welder - Harland & Wolff - Belfast
(2023-10)
- Coded to 4G (FCAW) on shipbuilding and marine structures
- Welding on barges and defence vessels to MOD/shipyard standards
- Working with marine-grade steel and structural components
- Following strict quality and health & safety protocols
- Supporting preparations for 2025 military shipbuilding contracts
Welder/Fabricator - Portafill International Ltd - Dungannon
(2022-09 - 2023-09)
- Fabricated heavy machinery frames
- MIG and TIG welding on structural components
- Worked from technical drawings to precise measurements
Welder/Fabricator - Molloys Engineering - Lurgan
(2019-04 - 2022-09)
- Worked from engineering drawings to fabricate railings, stairs, and balconies
- On-site installation of metalworks
- Used press brake, punch, grinder, and cutting tools
- Trusted to handle deliveries and retrieve welding equipment
Welder/Fabricator (Self-Employed) - Unicorn Group - Lisburn
(2019-01 - 2019-04)
- Fabricated steel council bins (80–120 litres)
- Assembled locks and doors
- Completed volume work on short deadlines (£11.50/hour)
Welder/Fabricator - BMI Group - Dungannon
(2018-09 - 2019-01)
- Built aluminium doors and fronts for 40ft lorries
- Assembled hydraulic doors and engine mounts
- Heavy fabrication of custom parts for transport industry
Fabrication Engineer - Macspec - Northern Ireland
(2018-08 - 2018-09)
- Crafted bespoke brass railings and staircases for luxury apartments in London
- On-site fitting in Belfast and London
Fabricator - Victoria Engineering - Lurgan
(2018-04 - 2018-08)
- MIG/TIG welding, cutting, grinding, and burning
- Built walkways, ladders, and bespoke components
- Site work completed with CSR certification
Welder/Fabricator - Nugent Engineering - Dungannon
(2017-12 - 2018-04)
- Fabricated and welded chassis for flatbed trailers
- Operated MIG welders for production welding
Welder - Cubis Technologies - Northern Ireland
(2016-03 - 2017-12)
- Welded manhole covers and custom steel frames
- Worked on fast-paced production lines with performance targets
Education
GCSEs - St. Paul's JHS (2007 - 2012)
1st Diploma in ICT - ICT
