Welder

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Dover; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks leave

Birthday leave

Free parking

Pension scheme

Discretionary bonus

Private health care

Life assurance

Employee assistance

3rd party discounts

Cycle to work

Benefits platform

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd in the UK is seeking a skilled welder/fabricator to maintain and repair critical infrastructure.

You will perform welding and fabrication across plant and equipment, interpret drawings, and support workshops to meet schedules and quality standards.

Requirements include an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship and a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience, plus ERP competence and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship in a relevant discipline (minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience in welding and fabrication.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and produce high-quality fabrications.
• Experience creating and reviewing risk assessments.
• Good IT skills, including ERP systems.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fabrication and repair welding across a wide range of plant and equipment.
• Perform welding techniques including MMA, MMAW and GTAW.
• Manufacture components and structures from drawings using a variety of materials.
• Support the day-to-day operation of the workshop, ensuring work is completed to schedule and quality standards.
• Deliver planned preventative maintenance and routine repairs.
• Complete job reports and maintenance records via the Ports ERP system.
• Ensure work is carried out in line with risk assessments, statutory regulations and Health & Safety policies.
• Liaise with operations teams, contractors and external stakeholders.
• Support Apprentices and colleagues through training and technical guidance.
• Assist with sourcing and procurement of parts, materials and equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns and emergencies.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Engineering drawings

Risk assessments

ERP systems

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship

Tools

ERP system

Job description

This is a key role within our client's Mechanical function, where the successful candidate will contribute to maintaining and repairing critical infrastructure.

You’ll be using a variety of techniques to support the upkeep and reliability of our clients diverse range of assets.

• 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays
• Birthday leave
• Free Parking
• Generous contributory pension scheme
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme
• Private Health Care
• Life assurance
• Employee assistance programme
• 3rd party discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Benefits and reward platform

Key responsibilities will be:

• Carry out fabrication and repair welding across a wide range of plant and equipment
• Perform welding techniques including MMA, MMAW and GTAW
• Manufacture components and structures from drawings using a variety of materials
• Support the day-to-day operation of the workshop, ensuring work is completed to schedule and quality standards
• Deliver planned preventative maintenance and routine repairs
• Complete job reports and maintenance records via the Ports ERP system
• Ensure work is carried out in line with risk assessments, statutory regulations and Health & Safety policies
• Liaise with operations teams, contractors and external stakeholders
• Support Apprentices and colleagues through training and technical guidance
• Assist with sourcing and procurement of parts, materials and equipment
• Respond to breakdowns and emergencies

Experience and skills required:

• Apprenticeship in a relevant discipline (minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience in welding and fabrication
• Proven ability to interpret engineering drawings and produce high-quality fabrications
• Experience creating and reviewing risk assessments
• Good IT skills, including experience using ERP systems
• Full UK driving licence

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

The role is subject to a medical assessment including a Drug and Alcohol test, and a background security check to obtain a dock pass.