Welder

Matchtech; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems in Glasgow is seeking experienced Welders for a 12-month contract to support the Type 26 naval frigate program. You will work across shop and ship environments, welding carbon steel and aluminium and using automated equipment.

The role requires SVQ Level 3 or equivalent with a modern apprenticeship, and adherence to SHE processes, including ventilation, PPE and RPE. Pay is PAYE, with local Glasgow rates and overtime options.

Qualifications

• SVQ level 3 or equivalent and a modern apprenticeship.
• Experience welding different materials including carbon steel and aluminium.
• Familiar with SHE Processes and policies including extraction/ventilation and PPE/RPE.

Responsibilities

• Welds across shop and ship environments, assisting in ship construction.
• Welds different materials from carbon steel to aluminium in various positions.
• Operates automated/mechanised welding equipment where appropriate.
• Adheres to SHE processes, ventilation, PPE, and RPE requirements.

Skills

Welder

Welding

Education

SVQ Level 3 or equivalent & modern apprenticeship

Job description

Salary & Shifts

Range of payrates based on shifts, full breakdown below

Qualifications

SVQ level 3 or equivalent and a modern apprenticeship

Introduction - What’s special about us?

Our partner, BAE Systems, are seeking experienced Welders to join their growing team in Glasgow on a 12-month contract, offering competitive rates for both locals and those willing to commute from further afield.

As part of a specialist team, you’ll be working on the latest generation of naval frigates, the Type 26.

What will I be doing?

BAE Systems are looking for a talented Welder to join their team and make your mark in both shop and ship environments.

Welders are qualified to weld different materials ranging from carbon steel to Aluminium across all welding positions. This will include the use of automated/mechanised welding equipment to improve quality where possible.

Located in areas from on ship to fabrication shed to smaller areas such as the steel outfit ship. You will assist in the ships construction by welding smaller sub-assemblies & piece parts to larger tasks such as block link up butts and seams.

You must have thorough comprehension of the SHE Processes and Policies. This includes the use of appropriate extraction & ventilation as well as PPE & RPE. After each job is complete, a thorough quality check is done to ensure the business requirements and high standards are met.

Rates:

Glasgow Local Trade Rates (Inside 39 miles)

PAYE

Glasgow shift patterns

Hourly Rate

Hourly Holiday accrual or paid in advance

Total hourly rate inclusive of holiday

Standard shift

Weekday & Saturday overtime

£33.79(Inclusive of holiday)

Sunday overtime

£45.05(Inclusive of holiday)

Glasgow Non-local Trade Rates (Outside 39 miles)

PAYE

Glasgow shift patterns

Hourly Rate

Hourly Holiday accrual or paid in advance