TIG Welder

Computerworld Personnel Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Death in service cover

Free car parking

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced TIG Welder to join a manufacturing team in Bala. The position involves fabricating high-quality stainless steel components for scientific applications. Candidates should possess TIG welding expertise, the ability to interpret engineering drawings, and strong fabrication skills. This is a permanent role with great benefits, including a 4-day working week and additional perks.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in TIG welding with stainless steel.
• Able to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings.
• Strong fabrication skills committing to high-quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Carry out TIG welding to a high standard.
• Work from engineering drawings and technical diagrams.
• Ensure weld integrity and dimensional accuracy.

Skills

TIG welding skills

Interpret engineering drawings

Fabrication and fitting skills

Problem-solving mindset

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

TIG Welder – Bala, LL23

Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 per year, 4 day working week, death in service and other benefits.

My client are currently recruiting for skilled and motivated TIG Welder to join our manufacturing team at their site in Bala. You will be responsible for fabricating high-quality stainless steel and other alloy components used in scientific vacuum systems and research applications.

Terms & Benefits:

• Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (depending on skills and level of responsibility)
• Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, 6:15am - 4:30pm (No working on Fridays)
• Contract: Permanent, full-time
• Annual Leave: 25 days per year plus bank holidays
• Other Benefits: Company pension scheme, death in service cover, free car parking

Responsibilities

• Carry out TIG welding of stainless steel and other materials to a consistently high standard
• Work from engineering drawings, technical diagrams, and work instructions
• Ensure dimensional accuracy and weld integrity, conducting visual inspections and finishing work to customer specifications
• Support wider fabrication activities including cutting, forming, fitting, and light assembly as required
• Proactively identify and resolve fabrication or fitting issues during build
• Collaborate with design, production, and quality teams to ensure jobs are completed on time and to the required standard
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace at all times
• Take ownership of jobs from start to finish and support continuous improvement activities within the workshop

Skills & Requirements

• Proven experience in TIG welding, particularly with stainless steel (ideally in thin-wall and precision applications)
• Able to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings
• Strong fabrication and fitting skills - with a commitment to high-quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small, agile team
• Good problem-solving mindset with a practical, hands-on approach
• Experience with vacuum equipment or scientific instrumentation (desirable but not essential)
• Interest in engineering, science, and technical manufacturing

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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