Welder/Fabricator

KineticPlc; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is looking for a skilled welder in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role includes interpreting technical instructions, performing various welding techniques, and ensuring quality compliance. This full-time position offers an hourly rate of £18.14, a quarterly bonus potential, and generous holiday entitlements. Ideal candidates will work closely with engineering teams to improve processes and maintain safe working conditions.

Benefits

Quarterly bonuses

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical work instructions and SOPs.
• Cut, shape and assemble metal components using appropriate tools.
• Perform MIG, TIG welding on a range of materials.
• Understand and weld to WPS standards.
• Prepare jigs and fixtures for complex assemblies.
• Inspect finished products for accuracy and quality.
• Ensure compliance with dimensional tolerances.
• Follow all health and safety guidelines.
• Maintain welding equipment and tools properly.
• Work closely with engineers and manufacturing teams.
• Assist in continuous improvement of welding processes.

Job description

Newcastle upon Tyne, England, North East

Permanent

Package – Salary is £18.14 per hour
Monday to Thursday 07:00 until 16:45
Bonus up to £360 per quarter
25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical work instructions and SOPs
• Cut, shape and assemble metal components using appropriate tools and machinery
• Perform MIG, TIG weld on a wide range of materials
• Understand, follow and weld to WPS
• Prepare jigs and fixtures for complex assemblies
• Inspect finished products for accuracy and quality
• Ensure compliance with dimensional tolerances and welding codes
• Follow all health and safety guidelines, risk assessments and SSOW
• Maintain welding equipment and tools in good working condition
• Work closely with engineers and manufacturing teams to meet project deadlines
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives for welding and fabrication processes

Kinetic plc is a Recruitment Consultancy with over 40 years' experience delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing and technical industries. Kinetic plc treats all applications confidentially and we review all submissions. Those that do not meet the specification may not be contacted but their CV retained to be considered against future opportunities.