We're working with a major UK defence and engineering employer to recruit a number of skilled Welders for long-term contract opportunities on some of the country's most advanced manufacturing programmes. You'll be joining a world-class production environment where your expertise will contribute to the delivery of critical engineering projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Work safely at all times, complying with all Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) requirements.
- Deliver work to schedule while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
- Carry out welding, fabrication, assembly and installation activities using a range of manual and mechanical tools and equipment.
- Inspect and verify own work against specified standards, tolerances and procedures.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, cost and delivery performance.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure data integrity across operational processes.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues, supervisors and other stakeholders.
- Identify and resolve manufacturing and welding-related issues using appropriate problem-solving techniques.
- Take responsibility for the quality of work produced and contribute to a culture of operational excellence.
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in a manufacturing, fabrication or welding environment.
- Competent in a range of welding processes and assembly techniques.
- Experience working with various material types and thicknesses.
- Ability to interpret and follow welding procedures, technical drawings and work instructions.
- Experience in material preparation, alignment, forming and finishing activities.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to self-inspect work.
- Good problem-solving and communication skills.
Technical Competencies
Experience in the following:
- Flux-cored welding (manual and mechanised)
- MAG welding (manual and mechanised)
- Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)
- TIG welding (manual, mechanised and orbital)
- Robotic welding systems
- Grinding and finishing operations
- Pre-heat application and monitoring
- Welding fume control and safe working practices
- Restricted access, confined space and mirror welding techniques
Qualifications
- Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent trade qualification.
- Relevant vocational qualifications such as NVQ/SVQ, City & Guilds, BTEC, EAL, IMI or equivalent.
- Health and Safety certifications relevant to the role (e.g. COSHH Awareness, Working at Height, HSE Induction).
