Welder

Colas Ltd; Peacehaven; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UK is seeking a skilled Welder / Fabricator to join its Mechanical Services team. The role involves high-quality fabrication and welding tasks, as well as repairs on various vehicles and plant equipment. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds qualification in welding and a minimum of five years of experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of £33,000 - £38,000 plus benefits. Hybrid working options available.

Benefits

Salary of £33,000-£38,000

20 days annual leave

Colas Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme

Fully funded Professional Qualification opportunities

Employee discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices.
• Reliability and proactive attitude required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality fabrication and welding tasks.
• Perform planned maintenance and emergency breakdown repairs.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety procedures.

Skills

Welding techniques

Reading technical drawings

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds qualification in welding

Job description

Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a ‘Gold Investor in People’ award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.

Purpose of the role

Colas Ltd are currently seeking a skilled Welder / Fabricator to join our Mechanical Services team in Ringmer, BN8 5NP. This role involves the high-quality fabrication of structures and forms, as well as planned and emergency welding and repairs on various vehicles and plant equipment.

Main Responsibilities

As a Welder / Fabricator, you will be responsible for carrying out high-quality fabrication and welding tasks, ensuring all work meets required specifications and standards. You will perform both planned maintenance and emergency breakdown repairs on a range of vehicles and plant equipment. This role requires the ability to read and interpret technical drawings accurately, while adhering to all health and safety procedures to maintain a safe working environment. You will be expected to complete all necessary paperwork accurately and on time and ensure that all tasks are carried out with full regard for the safety of yourself, your colleagues, and visitors. Active participation in safety briefings is essential, along with strong timekeeping, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will foster positive working relationships and support the promotion of lean principles to drive efficiency and continuous improvement across the business.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds qualification in welding (or equivalent) and a minimum of five years’ experience in a similar role. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of various welding techniques and be comfortable working from technical drawings. Good communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as is a thorough knowledge of health and safety practices. You should be a reliable team player with a proactive attitude and hold a full, clean UK driving licence. While site work experience is desirable, it is not essential.

Package Description

• A salary of £33,000- £38,000 (overtime available paid at time and a half)
• Mon‑Fri 40 hours a week
• Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
• Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
• 21days annual leave per year + Public Holidays
• Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
• Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
• Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
• Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal