TIG Welder

Manpower UK; West of England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Enhanced overtime rates

Excellent benefits

Long-term project

Job summary

Manpower UK is recruiting experienced TIG/MMA welders for a major UK infrastructure project in Somerset. The role focuses on welding to radiographic standards with safety and quality at the forefront, contributing to a prestigious engineering environment.

Ideal candidates bring Level 2/3 welding qualifications or equivalent, CCNSG Safety Passport, and a proven track record in carbon steel and stainless steel welding, with attention to procedures and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience welding to radiographic standards.
• Level 2/3 Welding Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid CCNSG Safety Passport.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out welding operations to radiographic standards.
• Conducting routine equipment inspections.
• Following established welding procedures and safety regulations, including fume control requirements.
• Identifying and reporting welding defects or potential issues.
• Ensuring weld traceability and quality control through weld identification practices.
• Completing all relevant quality documentation in line with project requirements.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and compliance at all times.

Skills

TIG welding

MMA welding

Radiographic standards

Welding procedures

Safety compliance

Education

Level 2/3 Welding Diploma

Equivalent apprenticeship

Job description

Competitive Pay | Enhanced Overtime Rates | Excellent Benefits | Long-Term Project

Are you an experienced TIG / MMA Welder looking for your next challenge? We are recruiting skilled welders to join a major UK infrastructure project in Somerset, offering excellent earning potential, long-term work, and the opportunity to contribute to a highly prestigious engineering environment.

With competitive industry pay rates, enhanced overtime rates (where available), and a comprehensive benefits package, this is an excellent opportunity for skilled welders seeking stability and career progression.

What's in it for you?

• Enhanced overtime rates (where available)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Long-term project stability
• Opportunity to work on one of the UK's most significant engineering projects
• Ongoing career development and progression opportunities

The Role

As a TIG / MMA Welder, you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out welding operations to radiographic standards
• Conducting routine equipment inspections
• Following established welding procedures and safety regulations, including fume control requirements
• Identifying and reporting welding defects or potential issues
• Ensuring weld traceability and quality control through weld identification practices
• Completing all relevant quality documentation in line with project requirements
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and compliance at all times

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates will have:

• Proven experience welding to radiographic standards
• Experience welding a variety of materials, particularly:
• Carbon Steel
• Austenitic Stainless Steel
• Strong understanding of quality standards and welding procedures
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a highly regulated environment

Required Qualifications

Applicants must hold one of the following:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Welding, Fabrication, or a related discipline
• Equivalent recognised apprenticeship in a welding discipline

In addition, candidates must hold:

• Valid CCNSG Safety Passport

Weld Test Requirements

Candidates will be required to successfully complete practical weld tests to ISO 9606 standards, including:

• Carbon Steel Pipe Butt Weld (TIG)
• Stainless Steel Pipe Butt Weld (TIG)
• Multi-Pass Fillet Welds using MMA and TIG welding processes
• Structural and pipe welding assessments in relevant welding positions