Nightshift Welder

**PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING: **Recognising the RESTRICTED nature of the work suitable candidates will be baseline level (BPSS) clearable or eligible for this level of clearance**

Role Overview:

Morson Talent are looking for a skilled Welder to work permanent NIGHTSHIFT. The role will involve cutting and joining both metals and other materials at their facility based in Cambridge (postcode is CB5 8RX) You will operate appropriate equipment to put together mechanical structures or parts with a great deal of precision. Your job is important as it provides the foundation for strong infrastructure

Night shift hours are 17.15pm – 3.15am Monday to Thursday (overtime as and when available)

A welder must be competent in using potentially dangerous equipment following all safety precautions. The ideal candidate will also have a steady hand and great attention to detail. Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential.

Duties:

• Use of TIG and MIG processes
• Supervision of Apprentices/Trainees where required
• Take an active role in Continuous Improvement initiatives, to include lean and 5s procedures
• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
• Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements)
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
• Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
• Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety

Qualifications

• Proven component/assembly experience as welder in a Engineering/Manufacturing environment
• Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)
• Good coordination and attention to detail
• Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Being flexible in approach to work
• Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus

About Marshall’s:

Based in the UK, with operations in Canada, Marshall Land Systems specialises in the design and production of deployable operational infrastructure and mission support for humanitarian, defence and security operations across the globe. Other core services include the integration of complex systems into a range of vehicles for use by the military and security services including explosive ordnance disposal and battlefield ambulances all underpinned by a full in-life managed service provision to ensure customers‘ equipment is available where and when they need it