Welder

Orion Electrotech Manufacturing; Swindon; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Swindon is seeking a skilled Welder to join their team. This hands-on role involves manual machining and TIG welding, with the opportunity for training in welding if needed. The ideal candidate will have experience in manual machining and confidence working independently. You will support a small, tight-knit engineering team, ensuring high-quality production of internal components. The position offers competitive pay and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Private Medical

Matched Pension up to 8%

Qualifications

• Experience with manual machining using manual lathes and mills.
• Ability to perform TIG welding and general fabrication work.
• Confidence working independently as the sole machinist on site.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual machining tasks with precision and care.
• Conduct TIG welding of stainless steel components.
• Produce high-quality components for internal use.

Skills

Manual machining experience

TIG welding experience (desirable)

Job description

Welder

£43,000 to £46,000

Days 9-Day Fortnight

Private Medical

Up to 8% Matched Pension

Location: Swindon

Were looking to bring in a skilled Welder to replace a long-serving team member retiring in March. This is a hands‑on role with a strong machining element, ideal for someone who enjoys variety and being the go‑to engineer on site.

Youll be working within a tight‑knit team of four and supporting a mix of welding, fabrication, and manual machining tasks.

What Youll Be Doing as the Welder

• Manual machining using manual lathes and manual mills
• TIG welding of stainless steel (training available if needed)
• Occasional brazing and general fabrication work
• Producing accurate, high‑quality components for internal use
• Working closely with a small, supportive engineering team

What Were Looking For in a Welder

• Essential: Manual machining experience
• Desirable: Any welding experience (TIG is ideal but not essential)
• Confidence working as the sole machinist on site
• A pract...