Job Description

We're partnering with a leading UK engineering and manufacturing organisation to recruit experienced Steel Welders for long-term opportunities on complex, high-value projects. Working within a skilled production environment, you'll be responsible for carrying out a range of welding and fabrication activities across the full project lifecycle, contributing to the delivery of high-quality products while maintaining the highest standards of safety and workmanship.

• Perform welding, fabrication and assembly activities in accordance with technical specifications and quality standards.
• Work safely and comply with all Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) requirements.
• Deliver work to schedule while maintaining a strong focus on quality and accuracy.
• Operate welding and fabrication equipment safely and effectively.
• Inspect and verify completed work against required standards and tolerances.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across safety, quality, cost and delivery.
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to operational procedures and work instructions.
• Collaborate with colleagues, supervisors and stakeholders to achieve production objectives.
• Take ownership of work produced and proactively resolve manufacturing issues where required.

• Time-served Welder with a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working with a variety of welding processes, materials and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to read and follow welding procedures, engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Competent in material preparation, alignment, forming and finishing activities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience carrying out self-inspection and quality checks.

Experience in some or all of the following would be advantageous:

• Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
• MAG/MIG Welding
• TIG Welding (manual, mechanised and orbital)
• Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)
• Robotic welding systems
• Grinding and finishing operations
• Welding fume management and safe working practices
• Pre-heating and weld preparation
• Mirror welding techniques
• Restricted access and confined space working

• Completed Engineering Modern Apprenticeship (or equivalent recognised trade qualification).
• Relevant qualifications such as NVQ, SVQ, City & Guilds, BTEC, EAL or equivalent.
• Health & Safety certifications including COSHH Awareness, Working at Height or similar.