John Thornbury

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.

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

GCSEs - St. Paul's JHS (2007 - 2012)

1st Diploma in ICT - ICT