Job Description

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).