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Grant Britchford

Grant Britchford

Bicester,Oxfordshire

Summary

Software Developer Trainee dedicated to improving skills through hands-on learning and development work. Proficient in mobile and desktop development environments. Adept at using HTML5, JavaScript and other programming languages to produce clean code. Well-organized and collaborative team player with strong communication and analytical abilities. Specialising in predictive analytics.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Welder Fabricator Installer

Britchford Fabrication & Welding
Bicester, Oxfordshire
08.2005 - 10.2022
  • Measured component pieces and checked values against task specifications.
  • Safely operated heavy machinery to perform operations to highest standards.
  • Fabricated component pieces and built structures from start to finished product..
  • Detected welding defects and performed required repairs.
  • Interpreted engineering drawings to meet required fabrication specifications.
  • Controlled and maintained press brakes and plasma cutters.
  • Used flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions in welding.
  • Crafted sheet metal work to bespoke requirements for built-to-order projects.
  • Assembled stainless steel, and mild steel parts using jigs.
  • Created heavy and light steel fabrications to exact drawings.
  • Utilised welding tools and equipment to practise safety measures.
  • Evaluated welding materials to address size and quality demands.
  • Removed rough spots using portable grinders, hand files and scrapers.
  • Operated grinders, clamps and drills to safety standards.

Welder Fabricator Installer

Epec Ltd
Hedge End, Hampshire
09.1997 - 05.2005
  • Measured component pieces and checked values against task specifications.
  • Safely operated heavy machinery to perform operations to highest standards.
  • Fabricated component pieces and built structures from start to finished product.
  • Detected welding defects and performed required repairs.
  • Interpreted engineering drawings to meet required fabrication specifications.
  • Used flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions in welding.
  • Assembled stainless steel, parts using jigs.
  • Created heavy and light steel fabrications to exact drawings.
  • Utilised welding tools and equipment to practise safety measures.
  • Evaluated welding materials to address size and quality demands.
  • Removed rough spots using portable grinders, hand files and scrapers.
  • Operated grinders, clamps and drills to safety standards.

Education

Diploma in Software Development - Full Stack Software Development

Code Institute
Dublin, Ireland
09.2023 - Current

NVQ Level 2 - Engineering Manufacture (Foundation)

Engineering Training Authority
Southampton, Hampshire
09.1994 - 09.1997

City and Guilds - Fabrication, Welding and Basic Engineering Competences

City College Southampton
Southampton
09.1994 - 09.1997

GCSEs -

Alderman Quilley School
Eastleigh, Hampshire
12.1989 - 09.1994

Skills

Tech Skills

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript

Welding Skills

  • Steel fabrication
  • Workshop machinery
  • Quality inspections
  • CNC press brake
  • Gas cutting
  • Structural welding
  • MIG, TIG and stick welding
  • Sheet metal fabrication
  • Inspection and quality control
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Hand and power tools
  • Installation and maintenance
  • Repair work
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Heavy lifting
  • Materials management
  • Equipment operation
  • Assembly and production
  • Fusing, cutting and measuring tools experience

Languages

English
Fluent
French
Elementary

Portfolio Projects

During my studies i will create 5 projects which will be added here, and any projects i create out of my studies.

Portfolio Project 1 - This is a website created for a fictional classic car club based in the UK showcasing the events they operate.

The live link here: http://grant-britchford.github.io/truants-car-club/

Activities

19th - 23rd Oct 2023: Took part in Code Institutes Phantom forge hackathon.

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Timeline

Diploma in Software Development - Full Stack Software Development

Code Institute
09.2023 - Current

Welder Fabricator Installer

Britchford Fabrication & Welding
08.2005 - 10.2022

Welder Fabricator Installer

Epec Ltd
09.1997 - 05.2005

NVQ Level 2 - Engineering Manufacture (Foundation)

Engineering Training Authority
09.1994 - 09.1997

City and Guilds - Fabrication, Welding and Basic Engineering Competences

City College Southampton
09.1994 - 09.1997

GCSEs -

Alderman Quilley School
12.1989 - 09.1994

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