Mig Tig Welder

TXM Recruit; Bicester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

TXM Recruit are looking for skilled MIG/TIG Welders to carry out works on commercial vehicles for a key transportation client in Oxfordshire. Based in Bicester, this temp role offers 38 hours per week with shift rotation.

You will weld on mild steel, read engineering drawings, and ensure assemblies meet quality and safety standards on driveline chassis. 15 minutes paid break + 30 minute unpaid break. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience as MIG/TIG welder on mild steel.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Capable of following verbal instructions and meeting quality standards.
• Work on a driveline chassis with safety-critical components.

Responsibilities

• MIG/TIG welder on mild steel components.
• Fabrication of bracketry, assemblies and safety-critical parts.
• Interpret complex parts drawings and ensure production timings.
• Maintain safety and quality during production.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Read engineering drawings

Follow verbal instructions

Quality workmanship

Education

NVQ Level 2 welding & fabrication

Time served in relevant discipline / 4 years chassis experience

Job description

TXM Recruit are looking for MIG/TIG Welders to carry out works on commercial vehicles for a key transportation client in Oxfordshire.

Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire

Hourly Pay Rate: £21.51/hr on a temp basis / £22.37/hr (4% shift allowance)

Shifts on a weekly rotation

• Earlies: Monday (6:00am-14:30pm) Tuesday to Friday (6:00am – 14:00pm)
• Lates: Monday (14:15pm – 22:45pm) Tuesday to Friday (13:45pm – 21:45pm)

38 hours per week

15 minutes paid break + 30 minute unpaid break

Key Tasks

• MIG / TIG Welder on mild steel.
• Must be able to work to engineering drawings
• Responsible for the fabrication of bracketry, complex assemblies, sub-assemblies, and Safety Critical parts on a driveline chassis.
• Ability to interpret complex parts and assembly drawings.
• Be capable of following verbal instructions.
• Able to move between several distinct operations whilst maintaining high quality workmanship and overall efficiency.
• Responsible for the fitting/assembly of Chassis components to the vehicles Quality standard during the production process.
• Work to strict Production timings on a production line.
• Undertake cosmetic and functional quality checks and identify improvement opportunities.
• Responsible for the safe operation of plant equipment and or hand tools associated with the manufacture or fitting process.
• Responsible for the compliance with the company’s health and safety policy and procedures ensuring the workshop policies are being adhered to.
• To participate actively in continuous improvement teams.
• Must be prepared to work overtime when requested by management,
• Must be willing to undertake training provided, and train others when required in all activities associated with the post, or introduction of new working practices or engineering changes.

General Role Expectations

This job description provides guidelines for the Driveline Operative role and may evolve in line with organisational needs and changes. We are committed to equality of opportunity and merit-based selection, fostering an environment where diversity and inclusion are valued. The Driveline Operative as a member of our organisation will also be required to:

• Undertake all duties in line with General Data Protection and maintain utmost level of confidentiality.
• Ensure work is completed to meet the requirements of the ISO 9001 standard.
• Ensure that you treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner in accordance with the Dignity at Work Procedure.
• We are committed to equality of opportunity and to selection based on merit. You are required to adhere to and promote the Equal Opportunities Policy throughout the course of your employment.
• You must maintain high standards of personal accountability.
• You must follow the training received when using any work items provided.
• You must co-operate with others on health and safety and not interfere with, or misuse, anything provided for their health, safety, or welfare.
• You must take care of your own health and safety and that of people who may be affected by what you do (or do not do).
• You must comply with the no smoking policy.
• Staying away from home on occasions will be necessary to meet the requirements of the role.
• Completing basic administrative tasks, filling in company forms or documents, WMPs.
• You will ensure that your work area is maintained in a safe and tidy manner.

Essential Criteria

Educational Attainments: Time Served in relevant discipline e.g. Fitter, Mechanic, plumber (written confirmation required) OR 4 years chassis experience.

Minimum NVQ Level 2 welding & fabrication.

Job Experience: Extensive experience in a manufacturing environment

Technical Skills: Demonstrate ability to read engineering drawings