Coded Welder (Highly Experienced)

Perfect Personnel Ltd; Stourbridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Perfect Personnel Ltd is seeking a highly experienced coded welder to join our team. You will perform welding and fabrication to approved procedures across diverse industrial projects, reading drawings and working to demanding specifications.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of coded welding experience across multiple processes and materials, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and on-time delivery. This role involves workshop and site work with potential overtime and travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience as a coded welder in industrial, construction, oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, marine or manufacturing sectors.
• Valid welding codings/certifications to recognised standards (e.g., ASME IX, BS EN ISO 9606, AWS D1.1).
• Ability to read, interpret and work from engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience welding carbon steel, stainless steel, duplex and other specialist materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding operations in accordance with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Carry out MMA (Stick), MIG, MAG, TIG, and FCAW welding processes as required.
• Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, duplex, and other specialist materials.
• Read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings, fabrication plans, and technical specifications.
• Complete structural, pipework, pressure vessel, and heavy fabrication welding tasks.
• Conduct visual inspections and ensure weld quality meets project and industry standards.
• Maintain a high standard of workmanship and productivity.
• Operate welding and fabrication equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform repairs, modifications, and maintenance welding on existing structures and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
• Support fabrication, fitting, and assembly activities when required.
• Assist with weld testing and quality assurance procedures, including NDT requirements.
• Complete all relevant documentation accurately and on time.

Skills

Welding skills

Problem-solving

Communication & teamwork

Deadline-driven

Accuracy & quality

Adaptability

Education

Welding & Fabrication Apprenticeship

CSCS / Safety Passport

Job description

Job Title

Highly Experienced Coded Welder

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Coded Welder to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out high-quality welding and fabrication work to approved welding procedures and industry standards. This role requires extensive experience working with a variety of materials, welding processes, and complex engineering drawings within demanding industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform welding operations in accordance with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Carry out MMA (Stick), MIG, MAG, TIG, and FCAW welding processes as required.
• Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, duplex, and other specialist materials.
• Read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings, fabrication plans, and technical specifications.
• Complete structural, pipework, pressure vessel, and heavy fabrication welding tasks.
• Conduct visual inspections and ensure weld quality meets project and industry standards.
• Maintain a high standard of workmanship and productivity.
• Operate welding and fabrication equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform repairs, modifications, and maintenance welding on existing structures and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
• Support fabrication, fitting, and assembly activities when required.
• Assist with weld testing and quality assurance procedures, including NDT requirements.
• Complete all relevant documentation accurately and on time.

Essential Requirements

• Valid welding codings/certifications to recognised standards (e.g., ASME IX, BS EN ISO 9606, AWS D1.1).
• Minimum 10 years' experience as a coded welder in industrial, construction, oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, marine, or manufacturing sectors.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality welds in multiple welding positions.
• Extensive knowledge of welding procedures, metallurgy, and fabrication techniques.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and technical documents.
• Experience working with pressure systems, structural steelwork, and pipework installations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Excellent safety awareness and knowledge of industry regulations.

Desirable Qualifications

• CSCS, CCNSG Safety Passport, or equivalent site safety certification.
• Confined Space and Working at Height certification.
• Overhead Crane, MEWP, or Forklift certification.
• NDT awareness or inspection experience.
• Apprenticeship in Welding and Fabrication Engineering or equivalent vocational qualification.

Skills and Competencies

• Advanced welding and fabrication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.
• High level of accuracy and quality focus.
• Adaptability across multiple projects and work environments.

Working Conditions

• Workshop and site-based work.
• Occasional overtime, shift work, and weekend working may be required.
• Potential travel to customer sites and project locations.
• Work may involve confined spaces, elevated work areas, and challenging industrial environments.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Weld quality and first-time pass rate.
• Compliance with welding procedures and safety standards.
• Productivity and project completion targets.
• Reduction in weld defects and rework.
• Attendance and reliability.

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience and qualifications