MIG Welder

Recruit Engineering; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence manufacturer in Stockport seeks a MIG Welder for permanent employment. In this role, you'll undertake MIG welding on heavy-gauge armoured steel for military vehicles, working to precise military specifications. Candidates must have NVQ Level 3 in welding and proven MIG experience. The company offers a competitive hourly rate of £19.97, overtime pay at different rates, and long-term job stability with a strong order book ensuring continuous work. Immediate starts are available.

Benefits

£19.97 per hour

Overtime paid at x1.33, x1.5, and x2

Days-based role with early finish Fridays

Immediate starts available

Long-term stability

Work on cutting-edge military hardware

Qualifications

• Proven MIG welding experience required.
• Ability to work on heavy-gauge armoured steel.
• Flexibility to work occasional night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on heavy-gauge armoured steel.
• Work to military specifications and precise tolerances.
• Contribute to defence projects for military vehicles.

Skills

MIG welding

Ability to work to military specifications

Flexibility to cover night shifts

Education

NVQ Level 3 in welding or equivalent

Job description

MIG Welder - Defence Manufacturing

Stockport | £19.97 per hour | Permanent

We're recruiting MIG welders for a globally recognised defence manufacturer in Stockport. You'll be welding armoured steel components for military vehicles – high‑spec work in a company with full order books stretching years ahead.

What you’ll be doing:

• MIG welding on heavy‑gauge armoured steel
• Working to military specifications and precise tolerances
• Contributing to defence projects for armoured vehicle platforms

What you need:

• NVQ Level 3 in welding (or equivalent)
• Proven MIG welding experience
• Flexibility to cover occasional night shifts when required (uplifted rate applies)

What’s on offer:

• £19.97 per hour
• Overtime paid at x1.33, x1.5, and x2
• Days‑based role with early finish Fridays
• Immediate starts available
• Long‑term stability with a company that has years of secured contracts
• Work on cutting‑edge military hardware

This is a permanent position with a leading name in defence manufacturing.

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