Lead Welder & Chargehand — Team Leader

Navantia; Methil; Ibrido; GBP 36.000 - 48.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive base pay

Company pension

31 days holiday

Life assurance

Health Care Cash Plan

Descrizione del lavoro

Navantia UK in Methil is seeking an experienced Chargehand – Welder to join our team. This role combines hands-on welding work with frontline supervision of a small crew, while upholding safety, quality, and performance standards.

You will lead a team of about 8–10, allocate work, ensure plans are followed, and mentor colleagues to develop skills. A UK driving license is desirable; strong communication and tool familiarity are essential.

Competenze

• Valid UK driving licence required.
• Hands-on trades experience in welding or similar.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Experience in a supervisory or team-lead role.

Mansioni

• Lead, allocate work, and supervise a team of approximately 8–10
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in line with plans
• Promote and enforce PPE and safety compliance at all times
• Carry out quality checks and report findings to the Line Supervisor
• Ensure daily equipment and vehicle checks are completed and defects reported
• Maintain machinery and tools, ensuring they are clean, safe, and fit for purpose
• Identify training needs and support development within your team
• Drive continuous improvement in quality and efficiency
• Provide cover for the Line Supervisor when required
• Support operations during out-of-hours or emergency situations

Conoscenze

Driving Licence

Tradesperson experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Supervisory experience

Strumenti

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

Navantia UK in Methil is seeking an experienced Chargehand – Welder to join our team. This role combines hands-on welding work with frontline supervision of a small crew, while upholding safety, quality, and performance standards.

You will lead a team of about 8–10, allocate work, ensure plans are followed, and mentor colleagues to develop skills. A UK driving license is desirable; strong communication and tool familiarity are essential.