MMA Welder (Class 1)

Matchtech; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized Marine Engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking MMA Welders for a long-term refit project. Candidates must possess NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualifications and a robust experience in MMA welding. This role involves ensuring high safety and quality standards in welding work, collaborating with teams, and adhering to marine standards. Successful applicants will work a minimum of 50 hours weekly with competitive umbrella and PAYE rates, plus accommodation provided.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

Stable long-term contract

Qualifications

• Strong background in MMA welding is necessary.
• Candidates must have previous marine/ship repair experience or from heavy industries.
• Full SC clearance is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all welding work meets safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with team members for efficient workflow.
• Adhere to project timelines and tasks.
• Understand marine welding standards and procedures.

Skills

MMA welding

Attention to detail

Independent and team work

Education

NVQ Level 3 or Apprenticeship qualified

Job description

Our client, a well established Marine Engineering company, is looking for MMA Welders to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a long term refit project.

Suitable candidates must be NVQ Level 3 or Apprenticeship qualified and have a strong background in MMA welding. Previous marine/ship repair experience would be ideal but other heavy industries are also suitable.

Successful applicants will be required to spend a week in the test bay. Multiple MMA tests must be passed in order to join the project. So long as you pass day 1, your time in the test bay will be paid at the standard rate.

Full SC Clearance is required and once approved you will be taken through the clearance process before being issued a start date. Due to the level of clearance and the specific contract, candidates must be British.

If you already hold full SC clearance, we will ask you to obtain confirmation from the UKSV and a transfer will be arranged.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all welding work meets strict safety and quality standards
• Collaborate with team members to maintain efficient work flow
• Adhere to detailed project timelines and tasks
• Understanding of marine welding standards and procedures
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Rates and hours

Umbrella rates

• Day Shift - 36.50/h
• Back Shift - 42/h
• Sunday and Weekday Night Shift - 49/h
• Sunday Back/Night Shift - 46/h

PAYE rates (Holiday can be accrued or advanced)

• Day Shift - 26.24/h plus 3.17 holiday pay
• Back Shift - 31.36 plus 3.79 holiday pay
• Sunday and Weekday Night Shift - 36.59/h plus 4.42
• Sunday Back/Night Shift - 34.35 plus 4.15

Other info

• Hours - Min. 50 per week (currently averaging 60 on Day/Back shift rotation)
• Contract length - 2-3 years
• Accomadtion is provided

If you are looking for a long term contract, offering stability, then this is the ideal role for you!