Bradley Thomas Lodge
Lancashire
Summary
32-year-old Commercial Diver in training, currently completing the PDA Dunoon Offshore Career Package (finishing September 2025), with skills in chamber operation, air lifting, scrubbing, and underwater welding familiarisation. Builds on extensive diving experience as a PADI Divemaster, including 4 years supervising dives at a small dive school, specialising in cold fresh water diving with dry suits and cold-water breathing systems in Switzerland.
Holds a City & Guilds Level 2 in Site Carpentry, with broad experience across construction, automotive, and hospitality industries, making a versatile and reliable all-rounder. Mature-minded, highly work-oriented, and proud of delivering quality in every role. Recognised for loyalty, adaptability, and teamwork in demanding environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Allrounder / Automotive Technician
Binelli Group
Adliswil
04.2023 - 02.2025
- Performed mechanical and maintenance work on vehicles, including minor repairs and detailing
- Transported accident-damaged cars on trailers across Switzerland (Swiss Trailer Test certified)
- Assisted panel beaters with bumper removals, hail repairs, and windscreen replacements
- Coordinated vehicle movements and workshop operations with precision and reliability
Allrounder / Automotive Technician
Central Garage Böckmann
Uznach
01.2018 - 03.2023
- Conducted small mechanical works on vehicles, routine servicing, and maintenance
- Cleaned and prepared cars for showroom presentation
- Developed precision skills when manoeuvring vehicles in confined areas
Carpenter
BB Designs
Strand
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Produced cutting lists and created custom furniture and storage units
- Installed furniture on-site, ensuring accuracy, quality, and safety
- Strengthened planning, problem-solving, and team project skills
Assistant Manager & Head Bartender
Jorplace Hostel
Delft
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Managed daily operations of a busy international hostel and bar
- Created staff work rosters, handled bookings and emails
- Oversaw general maintenance and repairs, ensuring a safe environment
- Developed leadership, customer service, and teamwork skills
Apprentice Carpenter / Joiner
Tony Pritt Joinery and Building Contractors
Waddington, UK
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Completed a full apprenticeship, gaining hands-on experience in carpentry, painting, plastering, flooring, roofing, and concrete work
- Assisted in constructing full extensions
- Developed strong practical construction skills and site safety awareness
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Site Carpentry
Accrington and Rossendale College
Accrington, LancashireSkills
- Use of woodworking machinery
- Bespoke furnishing
- Drywall hanging
- Window frame construction
- Joinery techniques
- Staircase construction
- Roof carpentry
- Internal partitions
Languages
English
Native
German
Advanced
Certification
Certificates upon completion of Commercial diving Course will include:
- HSE Professional SCUBA
- HSE Surface Supplied
- HSE Surface Supplied (Top-Up)
- PDA Chamber Operator
- PDA First Aid at Work, Inc AED (Diving Endorsement)
- PDA O₂ Provider (Diving Endorsement)
- PDA Commercial Nitrox
Training also includes: Surface Supplied Diving, Offshore Construction Techniques, Air Lifting & Scrubbing, Underwater Welding Familiarisation, Rigging & Lifting, Dive Team Operations, and Decompression Procedures
Timeline
Allrounder / Automotive Technician
Binelli Group
04.2023 - 02.2025
Allrounder / Automotive Technician
Central Garage Böckmann
01.2018 - 03.2023
Carpenter
BB Designs
01.2014 - 01.2017
Assistant Manager & Head Bartender
Jorplace Hostel
01.2013 - 01.2014
Apprentice Carpenter / Joiner
Tony Pritt Joinery and Building Contractors
01.2009 - 01.2012
NVQ Level 2 - Site Carpentry
Accrington and Rossendale College
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