MIG Welder

ZipRecruiter; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization in Gateshead is seeking a skilled Time Served Welder to join their team. This long-term opportunity will involve various welding tasks, including measuring workpieces, interpreting blueprints, and guiding less experienced welders. A clean driving license and flexibility for shifts and overtime are crucial for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Must be a time-served welder with experience in an engineering environment.
• Hold a full clean driving license.
• Flexible to work shifts and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Measure and mark workpieces using straightedges, rules, and callipers.
• Cut and smoothen metal components using plasma cutters and grinders.
• Weld materials in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.

Skills

Physical fitness

Reading engineering drawings

Welding safety guidelines

Job description

Job Description

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU

Day shift £14.46 / Night Shift: £16.46
OT 1.5x first 5 hours over, 1.67 after 5 hours (over 40)
Days: 7:30am-4:30pm Monday - Thursday, Friday 7:30am - 12:00pm
Night shifts: 9pm-7:30am Monday and Tuesday, Wednesday 8:30pm-7am
Must drive as there is a lack of public transport to location for night shifts
PPE - Overalls, safety boots for successful candidates, welders need their own welding helmet/screen.

Looking for a new role as a welder? Are you seeking an organization that offers long-term prospects? Then take a look…

THE BUSINESS

Westray Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Time Served Welder to work for our client in the Gateshead area. This role offers the opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization that is growing rapidly via acquisition and expanding into new markets.

THE ROLE

• Measure and mark workpieces using straightedges, rules, and callipers
• Cut and smoothen metal components using plasma cutters/portable grinders
• Read and interpret blueprints and production drawings to lay out welding projects
• Collaborate with project managers and welding supervisors to ensure smooth operations
• Guide and direct the activities of inexperienced/trainee welders
• Maintain welding safety guidelines and regulations to ensure a risk-free environment
• Carry out welding according to set dimensions to meet test requirements
• Organise and clean welding equipment regularly
• Weld materials in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions
• Use measuring instruments such as micrometres and callipers to inspect angles, grooves, or gap allowances

THE PERSON

• You will be physically fit, able to lift and handle heavy materials
• Experience working within an engineering environment
• Able to read engineering drawings
• Must be a time-served welder
• Flexible to work shifts and overtime to meet business demands
• Hold a full clean driving license
• Comfortable working alone once induction/training is complete

TO APPLY

To apply for this position, send your CV to (url removed) or call the team on (phone number removed) (Option 1)