Lead Welder – Nuclear-Grade Stainless, Team Leader

Framatome; West of England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Framatome UK is recruiting a Lead Welder for Avonmouth to coordinate daily welding activity on high-integrity stainless steel fabrications in a nuclear-focused workshop. You will mentor welders, ensure traceability, and align with ISO procedures while maintaining a strong safety and quality culture.

The role requires leadership, a clear eye for detail and the ability to drive right-first-time delivery in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge and experience in welding high-integrity stainless steel.
• Welding qualifications aligned to ISO 9606-1 are essential.
• Level 3 NVQ or equivalent qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily welding activities with workshop schedules and priorities.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to welders on the shop floor.
• Ensure welds meet ISO 5817 criteria and traceability requirements.
• Support NCRs, quality investigations and corrective actions.
• Mentor apprentices and developing welders; promote best practice.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Right-first-time delivery

Safety focus

Problem solving

Education

ISO 9606-1 qualification

Level 3 NVQ or equivalent

Job description

Framatome UK is recruiting a Lead Welder for Avonmouth to coordinate daily welding activity on high-integrity stainless steel fabrications in a nuclear-focused workshop. You will mentor welders, ensure traceability, and align with ISO procedures while maintaining a strong safety and quality culture.

The role requires leadership, a clear eye for detail and the ability to drive right-first-time delivery in a regulated manufacturing environment.