Structural Welder
We're recruiting experienced Structural Welders to join a leading UK engineering and manufacturing organisation working on complex, large-scale projects within a highly regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out structural steel welding and fabrication activities to required quality standards and tolerances.
- Work from engineering drawings, welding procedures, and technical specifications.
- Use a variety of welding processes and associated tools and equipment.
- Complete fitting, alignment, forming, grinding, and finishing activities as required.
- Conduct self-inspection of completed work to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Work safely and adhere to all Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) procedures.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to team performance targets.
Essential Requirements
- Time-served Welder with a completed Engineering Apprenticeship (or equivalent recognised qualification).
- Proven experience in structural steel welding within a heavy engineering, manufacturing, marine, defence, or industrial environment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and welding procedures.
- Experience working to strict quality standards and tolerances.
- Competent in the safe use of welding, fabrication, and measuring equipment.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.
Desirable Experience
- Flux Core (FCAW), MAG/MIG, TIG, or Submerged Arc Welding experience.
- Experience working in confined spaces or restricted access environments.
- Previous experience within shipbuilding, defence, heavy fabrication, or large-scale manufacturing projects.
What's on Offer
- Long-term contract opportunities.
- Competitive rates.
- Opportunity to work on nationally significant engineering programmes.
- Overtime opportunities available.
