Structural Welder

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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed