Thabang Mafora

Trade-certified Artisan Welder with extensive experience executing high-precision fabrication across the rail and construction sectors, including significant work at Alstom Rolling Stock. Expert in SMAW, TIG, and MIG welding processes for stainless steel and aluminum, I consistently deliver high-quality results while adhering to strict safety and technical specifications. A dedicated professional committed to structural integrity and operational efficiency in demanding, high-stakes industrial environments.

Artisan Welder - Alstom Rolling Stock

(2025-01 - 2025-12)

• Executed high-precision MIG welding on critical locomotive structural components
• Maintained strict adherence to rail industry quality and safety specifications
• Delivered defect-free assemblies for large-scale rolling stock production projects

Artisan Welder - Rig Holdings Company

(2024-02 - 2025-01)

• Fabricated structural mining components utilizing CO2 and SMAW welding techniques
• Constructed industrial sewage steel tanks following precise engineering and safety protocols
• Ensured high-quality structural integrity for heavy-duty equipment and infrastructure projects

Artisan Welder - Speedtech Construction Company

(2022-07 - 2022-12)

• Executed precision arc welding on industrial piping and structural components
• Performed routine furnace maintenance to maximize operational safety and efficiency
• Fabricated structural assemblies adhering to rigorous quality and engineering standards

Welder Intern - New Age Engineering Solutions

(2021-01 - 2022-06)

• Executed high-precision TIG and SMAW welds on stainless steel and aluminum
• Adhered to strict quality standards across diverse industrial metal fabrication projects
• Applied specialized welding processes to ensure superior structural and joint integrity

Welder Intern - NESCA

(2018-02 - 2020-09)

• Executed precision welding on diverse materials using specialized industrial processes
• Maintained strict adherence to nuclear industry quality and safety compliance standards
• Interpreted technical blueprints to fabricate complex components with high structural integrity

National Senior Certificate - Grade 12 - Ikeetletso Secondary School (2008)