Welder

Role Overview & Responsibilities

We are currently working with a leading manufacturer of flow measurement equipment for onshore, offshore, and subsea applications. Established in 1968, the company has strong financials and a commitment to employee development. You will be part of a team working under your own initiative, welding and fabricating standard and custom products to established procedures.

Location

County Durham

Working hours

Monday – Thursday 8.00am to 17.00pm

Fridays 8.00am – 11.30am

Main duties and responsibilities

· Read and interpret engineering drawings

· Understand and adhere to weld procedure specifications

· Welding pipework to a high standard which will be subject to radiography

· Set up and tack weld of own weld joints

· Working to targets outlined by production manager and shop floor supervisor

· Operate in line with company HSE policies

· Maintain high levels of housekeeping

· Maintain equipment inline with company maintenance schedule

· Conduct in process quality checks and complete relevant documentation

Key competencies

· Time served welder with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in TIG and FCAW

· Experience welding exotic materials is preferred but not essential, including duplex, super duplex, nickel alloys and austenitic stainless steels

· Ability to accurately read and interpret engineering drawings

· Ability to set up and tack weld own weld joints

· Ability to successfully pass a welder qualification

· Ability to work in a meticulous manner, paying close attention to workmanship

· Ability to work within the internal quality system and ensure that a high standard of production is maintained

· Willingness to operate inline with company HSE policies

· Ability to consistently work inline with set company targets

Benefits

· Great rates of pay

· Regular overtime available at enhanced rates

· Excellent work life balance with early finish on Fridays

· High specification machinery

· Excellent working environment

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £17.00-£34.00 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

• English not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Shildon: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Fabrication: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Sol-02