Brandon Wilkinson
Slaithwaite,West Yorkshire
Summary
A reliable and motivated welder with hands-on experience in TIG and MIG welding, labouring, and pallet building. I have completed a Level 2 qualification in fabrication and welding and am familiar with welding techniques, metal preparation, and building site operations, alongside strict health and safety practices. Skilled at working effectively as part of a team, I value punctuality and clear communication. My background across trades has strengthened my adaptability, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. I am actively seeking full-time work in welding, construction, or maintenance, where I can continue to develop my TIG and MIG welding expertise and contribute to delivering high-quality, practical work on-site.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Pallet Builder
HD7 Pallets
02.2025 - Current
- Operated machinery to produce high-quality wooden pallets.
- Prepared raw materials for the production process.
- Inspected finished products, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of wood supplies, maintaining stock levels.
- Maintained workshop cleanliness, ensuring a safe working environment.
- Ensured timely delivery of orders by managing work schedule efficiently.
- Adhered strictly to customer specifications whilst creating bespoke pallet designs.
Mason labourer
Mono Masonry
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Completed manual labour tasks, contributed to project progress.
- Utilised hand tools efficiently
- Loaded, unloaded construction materials
- Mixed cement to form a strong base for masonry work.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment by regular cleaning and organising.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to minimise workplace accidents.
- Ensured proper use of tools to increase site safety.
- Managed waste disposal responsibly, promoted environmental sustainability efforts on site.
- Assisted skilled workers with construction projects to meet deadlines.
Kitchen assistant
Scape House
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Performed regular checks on refrigerator temperatures ensuring safe preservation conditions of food.
- Sorted dishes before washing, increasing operational efficiency.
- Kept dishwashing area free from clutter, maximising space for more productive work.
- Ensured safe working environment by promptly cleaning spills and other hazards.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by assisting in food preparation tasks.
- Stored ingredients properly, extending their freshness dates significantly.
- Cleaned utensils, achieving a more efficient work environment.
- Ensured proper waste disposal to maintain a hygienic kitchen environment.
MIG/TIG Welder - Trainee
Salamander Fabrication Ltd
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Created structures using MIG, TIG and arc welding methods.
- Measured materials meticulously to avoid errors in completed structures.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Achieved seamless finishes with thorough grinding and polishing tasks.
- Heated metal to form filler and attach pieces with secure joins.
- Soldered or braised pieces of same or different metals.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Detected welding defects and performed required repairs.
- Worked comfortably under pressure whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Level 2 Plumbing and Heating
Access training and lerning
02.2025 -
Level 2 Fabrication and Welding
Kirklees College
03.2022 - 03.2027
GCSE
Colne Valley High School
09.2020 - 05.2022
Skills
- MIG & TIG Welding experience
- Labouring and Trade experience
- Time manangement and punctuality
- Reading and interpreting welding blueprints and technical drawings
- Calm under pressure
- Work on own and as part of a team
- Excellent time management
- Flexible, reliable and trustoworthy
- Following Health and Safety Regulations
- Continuel learner
- Ability to work under pressure
Timeline
Pallet Builder
HD7 Pallets
02.2025 - Current
Diploma of Higher Education - Level 2 Plumbing and Heating
Access training and lerning
02.2025 -
Mason labourer
Mono Masonry
08.2024 - 02.2025
Kitchen assistant
Scape House
02.2023 - 11.2023
MIG/TIG Welder - Trainee
Salamander Fabrication Ltd
10.2022 - 05.2023
Level 2 Fabrication and Welding
Kirklees College
03.2022 - 03.2027
GCSE
Colne Valley High School
09.2020 - 05.2022
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