Advanced Welder II – TIG/MIG, Aluminum & Stainless

Nikkiso Co.; Canterbury; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is seeking a skilled Welder for our Canterbury facility. You will join a team responsible for cutting and joining metals with precision, following safety and quality standards to support robust LNG and industrial gas infrastructure.

The role requires experience with TIG and MIG welding, reading blueprints, and complying with EN and ASME codes. A strong attention to detail and safety culture is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with GTAW, SMAW and FCAW welding processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and measurements.
• Knowledge of EN and ASME standards and safety rules.
• Professional AWS welding certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Weld aluminium and stainless steel using TIG and MIG as required.
• Read blueprints and measurements to plan layout and procedures.
• Select welding equipment and methods based on requirements
• Set up components for welding per specifications
• Work with minimal supervision on complex fabrication projects
• Operate grinders and tools to prepare parts for welding
• Align components with calipers and clamps
• Weld in various positions and ensure welds meet standards

Skills

GTAW (TIG)

SMAW (Stick)

FCAW (Flux-Cored)

Read blueprints and drawings

Measurement and layout

Safety compliance

Education

AWS welding certificate (plus)

Job description

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is seeking a skilled Welder for our Canterbury facility. You will join a team responsible for cutting and joining metals with precision, following safety and quality standards to support robust LNG and industrial gas infrastructure.

The role requires experience with TIG and MIG welding, reading blueprints, and complying with EN and ASME codes. A strong attention to detail and safety culture is essential.