Profile summary
Jerferson is a highly experienced industrial welder with over 16 years of hands-on expertise across MIG, TIG, ER, OD, and radiographic-quality (RX) welding processes, delivering high-standard work across steel mills, refineries, petrochemical plants, and power generation facilities. He has contributed to major industrial projects for globally recognised clients including ArcelorMittal, Petrobras (Lubnor), Gerdau, Vale do Rio Doce, and CSP Pecém, demonstrating consistent competency in alloy steel, carbon steel, pipe welding, pressure vessel work, and the ceramic backing process. Jerferson is an immediately deployable asset for plant maintenance, structural fabrication, and pipework roles in Ireland and across Europe.
Key highlights
- Brings 16+ years of industrial welding experience across heavy industry sectors.
- Proficient in 5+ welding processes: MIG, TIG, ER, OD, and radiographic-quality RX.
- Proven track record on shutdowns for ArcelorMittal, Petrobras, and Gerdau.
- Experienced in ceramic backing process, pressure vessel, and pipe welding.
- Delivered welding works across steel mills, refineries, and power plants.
Core skills
- MIG Welding
- TIG Welding
- ER Welding
- OD Welding
- RX Welding (Radiographic Quality)
- Alloy Steel Welding
- Carbon Steel Welding
- Ceramic Backing Process
- Pipe Welding
- Pressure Vessel Welding
- Industrial Maintenance Shutdowns
- Tank Works
- Boiler Shutdown Work
- Structural Welding
Experience
Employer names withheld. Full company history shared on request.
- Nov 2024 – PresentMIG Welder
MIG welding at ArcelorMittal steel plant.
- Apr 2024 – Oct 2024TIG Welder
TIG welding for industrial inspection and services company.
- Sep 2023 – Apr 2024MIG Welder – Ceramic Backing Process
MIG welding using ceramic backing process at ArcelorMittal tank works.
- Feb 2023 – Aug 2023Welder
Welding services at White Martins industrial site.
- Sep 2022 – Oct 2022TIG/ER Welder
TIG/ER welding at Lubnor Petrobras refinery.