TIG Welder (Non-Ferrous)

Grainger & Worrall; Bridgnorth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Westfield Health Insurance

Discounted gym membership

Company pension

Free onsite parking

Shift bonus

Family Ironbridge Pass

Job summary

Grainger & Worrall is seeking skilled TIG welders for on-site work in Bridgnorth, focusing on aluminium castings and complex repair work. You will join a team of engineers advancing advanced alloys and innovative welding techniques.

You will perform TIG welding to tight specifications, maintain full traceability, and support continuous improvement across aerospace and other sectors. A strong safety mindset and ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential.

Qualifications

• TIG welding experience with non-ferrous alloys (aluminium preferred).
• Ability to interpret welding specifications and maintain traceability.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out TIG welding repairs on aluminium castings using approved procedures.
• Completing pre-welding safety and specification checks before each job.
• Preparing, grinding and finishing components to required profiles.
• Recording all welding activities and maintaining traceability documentation.
• Supporting aerospace and coded welding activities where qualified.
• Maintaining welding equipment and reporting any issues.
• Contributing to audits, training and team capability development.

Skills

TIG welding

Non-ferrous alloys

Aluminium

Quality focus

Safety

Traceability

Education

BSEN ISO 9606 or equivalent

Job description

Location: Bridgnorth -

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Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday (06:00 - 14:00) or Monday - Friday (14:00 - 22:00)

Salary: £13.73 - £24.50 per hour, dependant on experience plus shift allowance where applicable.

Are you a TIG welder or looking to work with new alloys and weld what’s never been welded before?

We are looking for passionate individuals to join our specialist welding team, whether you're bringing years of experience or looking for your first opportunity to develop a career in advanced TIG welding.

Working alongside highly skilled engineers and welders, you'll contribute to cutting-edge casting repair projects and pioneering engineering programmes. You'll have the opportunity to work with advanced aluminium alloys, highly complex components, and help solve welding challenges that push the boundaries of what's possible.

Whether you're an experienced non-ferrous TIG Welder, have recently completed a welding apprenticeship, achieved a relevant welding qualification, or have gained TIG welding experience in industry, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a unique opportunity to develop your skills while working on components that require innovative repair techniques and welding procedures, including projects involving materials and applications that have never been welded before.

Working on globally recognised engineering programmes, you'll apply established welding techniques while also contributing to the development and qualification of new welding processes for next-generation technologies.

Who are we?

At Grainger & Worrall, we specialise in producing complex cast and precision-machined solutions for pioneering technologies across diverse industries, including automotive, aerospace, defence, motorsport, and more, highlighting our versatility and commitment to driving future technology development and decarbonising mobility.

Our commitment to engineering excellence and breakthrough innovation was recently recognised with The King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation — our fourth accolade in this prestigious programme. This honour reflects the significant impact of our work on the future of mobility and sustainable technology.

Driven by a team of talented and experienced engineers and specialists, we push boundaries and innovate to bring cutting-edge ideas to life.

We work with manufacturers of high-performance vehicles, helping them turn ambitious designs into reality through advanced engineering and manufacturing processes.

About The Role

You’ll play a key role in the repair and finishing of complex aluminium castings, ensuring the highest quality standards are achieved. Working to precise specifications, you’ll carry out TIG welding, support various industry sector approved processes, and maintain full traceability across your work.

As part of a collaborative and skilled team, you’ll contribute to continuous improvement, support qualification activities, and work on components for highly demanding applications, including aerospace.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out TIG welding repairs on aluminium castings using approved procedures
• Completing pre-welding safety and specification checks before each job
• Preparing, grinding and finishing components to required profiles
• Recording all welding activities and maintaining traceability documentation
• Supporting aerospace and coded welding activities where qualified
• Maintaining welding equipment and reporting any issues
• Contributing to audits, training and team capability development

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll bring proven welding experience and a strong commitment to quality and safety in a technical environment:

• TIG welding experience with non-ferrous alloys (Aluminium preferred)
• Experience welding repairs or work to thicknesses between 1mm - 20mm
• Qualification to BSEN ISO 9606 or equivalent
• Understanding of welding safety and HSE practices
• Ability to interpret welding and material specifications
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet quality standards
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Ability to travel to site

What You’ll Get

We’ll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your skills and further your career.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to purchase more holiday days after your first year.
• Westfield Health Insurance
• Discounted gym membership
• Company pension
• Free onsite parking
• Additional shift bonus (where applicable)
• Family Ironbridge Pass

What To Expect

At Grainger & Worrall, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence.

Joining our team means being part of a culture that values positivity, adaptability, and teamwork. We strive to innovate and improve, ensuring everyone shares in our success.

We’re committed to supporting applicants with disabilities and we’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to suit your needs. If you require any adjustments or additional support, please let us know.

Right To Work Requirements

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

To be considered, applicants must already possess a long term and unrestricted right to work in the UK for the duration of employment.

We are unable to offer or support any form of visa application or future visa extension.

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment. However, due to the specific operational, training, and insurance requirements associated with this role, applicants must be aged 18 or over.