Welder — Build Type 26 Frigates

Matchtech; Uddingston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is sourcing welders in Glasgow for a major UK naval shipbuilding programme. You will contribute to Type 26 frigate construction, applying advanced welding skills and ensuring high-quality welds across carbon steel, stainless and aluminium components.

You'll join a collaborative team, benefit from ongoing training and develop specialist fabrication capabilities in a defence environment with long-term career potential.

Qualifications

• Modern Apprenticeship or Trade Papers required.
• SVQ3 or City & Guilds or equivalent.
• Experience with FCAW, metal-cored and ceramic tile welding.
• Experience welding carbon steel 4–15 mm thickness.
• Background in shipbuilding or heavy engineering.

Responsibilities

• Weld carbon steel, stainless and aluminium using MMA, MIG, MAG and more.
• Produce butt and fillet welds to exacting standards.
• Self-inspect and verify weld quality and compliance.
• Follow safety rules and SHE requirements at all times.
• Work in a skilled production environment delivering shipbuilding activities.

Skills

Welding

Self-inspection

Education

Modern Apprenticeship/Trade Papers

SVQ3 / City & Guilds

Job description

Matchtech is sourcing welders in Glasgow for a major UK naval shipbuilding programme. You will contribute to Type 26 frigate construction, applying advanced welding skills and ensuring high-quality welds across carbon steel, stainless and aluminium components.

You'll join a collaborative team, benefit from ongoing training and develop specialist fabrication capabilities in a defence environment with long-term career potential.