Skilled Welder

SER Limited; Mid-Ulster District Council; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SER Limited in Mid-Ulster, Northern Ireland, is seeking an experienced Skilled Welder to join our manufacturing team. The role focuses on MIG welding to a high standard, reading engineering and AutoCAD drawings, and producing welds that meet strict specifications.

You will operate workshop machinery and tools, perform in-process quality checks, and maintain a clean, safe working environment while supporting production targets and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' welding experience.
• Strong MIG welding experience.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Experience using AutoCAD drawings.
• Experience operating workshop machinery and hand/power tools.

Responsibilities

• Reading and accurately interpreting engineering and AutoCAD drawings.
• MIG welding to a high standard using three-phase MIG welding equipment.
• Producing high-quality welds in line with company specifications.
• Operating workshop machinery, hand tools and power tools.
• Carrying out in-process quality checks.
• Identifying and minimising welding defects.
• Working to production and efficiency targets.
• Using the company's MRP system and following production processes.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Following all company health & safety procedures.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship throughout the production process.

Skills

MIG welding

Reading drawings

AutoCAD

Quality awareness

Communication

Education

NVQ or equivalent welding qualification

Welding coding/qualification

Tools

Three-phase MIG welder

MRP system

Job description

Skilled Welder - Day Shift

Location:Mid-Ulster, Northern Ireland
Pay:£18.00-£22.00 per hour
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:30am-4:30pm | Friday, 7:30am-1:30pm
Overtime: 1.5x - 2x pay.

The Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Skilled Welder to join an established manufacturing company based inMid-Ulster, Northern Ireland.

Key Responsibilities

• Reading and accurately interpreting engineering and AutoCAD drawings
• MIG welding to a high standard using three-phase MIG welding equipment
• Producing high-quality welds in line with company specifications
• Operating workshop machinery, hand tools and power tools
• Carrying out in-process quality checks
• Identifying and minimising welding defects
• Working to production and efficiency targets
• Using the company's MRP system and following production processes
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Following all company health & safety procedures
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship throughout the production process

Working Hours

Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday: 7:30am - 1:30pm

Early finish every Friday.

Pay & Overtime

• £18.00-£22.00 per hour, depending on experience and skill level
• Enhanced overtime rates
• 2x hourly rate for Friday afternoon and Saturday overtime
• Additional overtime opportunities depending on production requirements

Requirements

Essential

• Minimum 3 years' welding experience
• Strong MIG welding experience
• Experience using a three-phase MIG welder
• Ability to accurately read and interpret engineering drawings
• Ability to work from AutoCAD drawings
• Experience operating workshop machinery and hand/power tools
• Ability to work independently and use your own initiative
• Strong understanding of quality and production standards
• Good communication skills
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills
• Commitment to health & safety and maintaining a clean working environment

Desirable

• NVQ or equivalent welding qualification
• Recognised welding coding/qualification
• Experience in a precision engineering environment
• Previous experience within hydraulics manufacturing
• Knowledge of welding automation processes