Welder

ZipRecruiter; Sunderland; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Time Served Welder to join their dynamic team in Sunderland. This role offers the chance to work with a forward-thinking organization that is rapidly expanding. As a welder, you'll be responsible for measuring, cutting, and welding metal components while adhering to safety regulations. The position requires physical fitness, the ability to read engineering drawings, and a full clean driving license. If you're looking for a long-term opportunity with growth potential in a supportive environment, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Must be a time served welder with experience in an engineering environment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and follow safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Measure and mark work pieces; cut and smoothen metal components.
• Read blueprints and collaborate with project managers for smooth operations.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Metal Cutting

Safety Compliance

Team Collaboration

Education

Time Served Welder

Engineering Background

Tools

Plasma Cutters

Portable Grinders

Measuring Instruments

Job description

Job Description

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU

Day shift: £14.46 / Night Shift: £16.46
OT 1.5x first 5 hours over, 1.67 after 5 hours (over 40)
Days: 7:30am-4:30pm Monday - Thursday, Friday is 7:30am - 12:00pm
Nights: 9pm-7:30am Monday and Tuesday, Wednesday is 8:30pm-7am.
Must drive as there is a lack of public transport to location for night shifts.
PPE - Overalls, safety boots for successful candidates, welders need their own welding helmet/screen.

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THE BUSINESS
Westray Recruitment Group are seeking an experienced Time Served Welder to work for our client in the Sunderland area. This role enables the successful welder to join a forward-thinking organisation who is growing rapidly via acquisition and accessing new markets.

THE ROLE

1. Measure and mark work pieces using straightedges, rules and callipers.
2. Cut and smoothen metal components using plasma cutters/portable grinders.
3. Read and interpret blueprints and production drawings in order to lay out a welding project.
4. Collaborate with project managers and welding supervisors to ensure smooth work operations.
5. Guide and direct the activities of inexperienced/trainee welders.
6. Maintain welding safety guidelines and regulations to ensure a risk-free work environment.
7. Carry out welding according to set dimensions to meet general test requirements.
8. Organise and clean welding equipment on a regular basis.
9. Weld materials in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
10. Use measuring instruments such as micrometres and callipers to inspect angles, grooves or gap allowances.

THE PERSON

1. You will be physically fit and have the ability to lift and handle heavy material.
2. Experience working within an engineering environment.
3. Able to read engineering drawings.
4. Must be a time served welder.
5. Flexible to work shifts and overtime to meet business demands.
6. Hold a full clean driving license.
7. Comfortable working alone once induction/training is complete.

TO APPLY
To apply for this position, send your CV to (url removed) or call the team on (phone number removed) (Option 1).