Responsible Welding Coordinator

Omega Resource Group; Lydney; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Lydney is seeking a Responsible Welding Coordinator to ensure compliance with industry standards and oversee welding operations. The role requires strong knowledge of ISO 3834, EN 1090, and various welding processes. Successful candidates will enjoy benefits such as hybrid working, generous holidays, and a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

33 days holiday per annum

Generous pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Discretionary annual bonus

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Health shield cash back plan

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of various welding processes like MAG, MMA, and SAW.
• Proficiency in managing quality control systems and inspecting welds.
• Experience in developing Welding Procedure Specifications (WPSs).

Responsibilities

• Verify that welders are qualified and welding procedures are followed.
• Ensure compliance with CE marking and relevant regulations.
• Develop and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications and Standard Operating Procedures.

Skills

Understanding of ISO 3834 or EN 1090

Knowledge of various welding processes

Proficiency in inspecting and testing welds

Ability to supervise welding personnel

Job description

Position: RWC

Position: Permanent

Location: Lydney

Salary: Competitive

We are now seeking to recruit a Responsible Welding Coordinator to work for a busy manufacturing company based in Lydney. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all welding operations adhere to relevant industry standards, such as ISO 3834, EN 1090, etc.

Responsibilities:

• Verifying that welders are qualified to perform specific welding tasks and that welding procedures are properly documented and followed.
• Ensuring compliance with CE marking/UKCA requirements and other relevant regulations.
• Developing and maintaining Welding Procedure Specifications (WPSs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Overseeing day-to-day welding operations, ensuring that all work is performed according to approved procedures and standards.
• Planning and managing complex welding-related work orders.
• Testing welder qualifications, ensuring that welders possess the necessary skills and knowledge.
• Driving continuous improvement in welding processes, seeking ways to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.

Requirements:

• Understanding and applying relevant standards like ISO 3834 or EN 1090, with the ability to develop and review welding procedure specifications.
• A strong understanding of various welding processes (e.g., MAG, MMA, SAW) and the metallurgy of different materials.
• Proficiency in inspecting and testing welds, understanding acceptance/rejection criteria, and managing quality control systems.
• Knowledge of selecting, controlling, and using appropriate welding materials and consumables.
• Understanding non-destructive (NDT) and destructive testing methods used in welding.
• Ability to supervise welding personnel, manage pre-fabrication operations, and understand relevant standards.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• 33 days holiday per annum, including statutory bank holidays
• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions of either 10% or 6%
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Income protection
• Health shield cash back plan for medical expenses such as optical and dentistry
• Support with physiotherapy and dentistry, with 24/7 virtual GP consultations

If you are interested in this role, please email your CV to (url removed) or con.

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