Welder

WR HVAC; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering company in Gillingham seeks an experienced Welder to join their skilled team. This role involves precision welding on mild and stainless steel components for high-specification projects in the nuclear sector. Candidates should have experience with MIG and/or TIG welding, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to interpret technical drawings. Competitive hourly rate between £16-20, with opportunities for overtime and career progression.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Opportunities for overtime

Supportive working environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in MIG and/or TIG welding (mild and stainless steel).
• Background in fine, high-standard welding - ideally for nuclear or similar industries.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out precision welding on mild and stainless steel components.
• Working to exacting standards for nuclear and similar fine welding projects.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with quality requirements.
• Collaborating with other team members to meet project deadlines.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Attention to detail

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Job description

Overview

Welder

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a highly respected engineering company specialising in precision welding for the nuclear and advanced manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Welder to join their skilled team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented professional with MIG and/or TIG experience to work on challenging, high-specification projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out precision welding on mild and stainless steel components
• Working to exacting standards for nuclear and similar fine welding projects
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with quality requirements
• Collaborating with other team members to meet project deadlines

About You

• Proven experience in MIG and/or TIG welding (mild and stainless steel)
• Background in fine, high-standard welding - ideally for nuclear or similar industries
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What's on Offer

• Hourly rate 16 - 20 depending on experience
• Initial 6-month temporary contract, leading to a permanent position
• Overtime paid at 1.5x Monday to Saturday and 2x Sunday and bank holidays
• 39 hour week
• 8am - 4.30pm Monday - Thursday and 3.30pm finish on a Friday
• 30 minute lunch and 2 x 15 minute breaks
• Chance to work on prestigious, technically demanding projects
• Supportive working environment with opportunities for career progression

Interested? Apply now for a confidential conversation

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