Welder

Rolls-Royce; West of England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Bristol Machining facility is seeking a Skilled TIG Welder to support on a rotating shift pattern (mornings, afternoons and nights). The role involves welding NGVs to high specifications, following manufacturing instructions and health & safety standards.

Successful candidates will have completed an approved apprenticeship (City & Guilds/NVQ3 or equivalent) and TIG welding experience, with ability to read drawings; security clearance may be required for access to sensitive assets.

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised time-served apprenticeship including City and Guilds, NVQ3/SVQ3 or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
• Experienced of TIG Welding to agreed standards is essential.
• As a Skilled Welder you will have experience in working with Nickels/Steels and Alloys.
• Ability to read and interpret design drawings (considered an asset).
• An up-to-date working knowledge of health, safety (including COSHH) and environmental procedures.

Responsibilities

• Welding Nozzle Guide Vanes (NGVs) using Work Instructions, Technical Information & drawings, to ensure all Engine components are welded to the highest standard and conform to required specification.
• Working to set deadlines to achieve performance targets and Customer delivery commitments.
• Ensuring Health & Safety is adhered to a high standard, at all times.

Skills

TIG Welding

Read engineering drawings

Health & Safety

Security clearance

Education

Apprenticeship + City & Guilds/NVQ3/SVQ3

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Welder

Working Pattern: rotating shift pattern (mornings, afternoon and nights).

Working location: Bristol/Onsite

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a contract position at their Bristol Machining facility, within the Turbines sector. We are looking for a Skilled TIG Welder to join on a rotating shift pattern (mornings, afternoon and nights).

Why join Rolls‑Royce?

At Rolls‑Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls‑Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world‑class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high‑performance culture

What you will be doing:

On a typical day as a Skilled Welder, you will be expected to; engage in Health and Safety activity, produce components at the highest Quality, follow Manufacturing Instructions and Data Cards and work to meet high volume requirements.

What you will be doing:

• Welding Nozzle Guide Vanes (NGVs) using Work Instructions, Technical Information & drawings, using the information to ensure all Engine components are welded to the highest of standard and are conforming to the required specification.
• Working to set deadlines to achieve performance targets and Customer delivery commitments.
• Ensuring Health & Safety is adhered to a high standard, at all times.

Who we’re looking for:

At Rolls‑Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

• Completed a recognised time-served apprenticeship including City and Guilds, NVQ3/SVQ3 or equivalent in an engineering discipline. (Original trade papers must be available for review at interview).
• Experienced of TIG Welding to agreed standards is essential.
• As a Skilled Welder you will have experience in working with Nickels/Steels and Alloys.
• Ability to read and interpret design drawings (considered an asset).
• An up-to-date working knowledge of health, safety (including COSHH) and environmental procedures.

To work for the Rolls‑Royce business an individual has to hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls‑Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls‑Royce into a high‑performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls‑Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive

Grade: Bristol Works level C

Closing date: 30/09/26

Any questions please contact Chris Jefferies

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

Job Category

Factory Staff

Posting Date

16 Sept 2026; 00:09

Posting End Date

29 Sept 2026