Welder/Fabricator for the Defence Sector x 2 – MTL Advanced Shift Rotation

HTA Group; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 24,121 - 29,177; Full time

Job summary

HTA Group in Rotherham is looking for a Highly Skilled Plater/Fabricator/Welder to join their growing team. You will perform precision welding on various materials including carbon and armour steel, and ensure optimal quality in your work.

The role offers a pay rate ranging from £17.51 to £21.18 per hour based on experience. Applicants should possess at least 12 months of relevant welding experience and ideally be coded welders.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 12 months Welding / Fabrication Experience.
• Understanding of quality procedures and specific customer requirements.
• Ideally a coded welder.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design and manufacturing procedures.
• Proficient with metal fabrication tools.
• Ability to lift and manipulate large metal objects.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding activities on carbon steel, armour steel, aluminium.
• Weld various joint configurations in all positions.
• Ensure equipment parameters are set to the optimum for weld quality.
• Review engineering drawings for parts to be welded.
• Satisfy production schedules to meet quality levels.

Skills

Welding / Fabrication Experience

Quality Procedures Understanding

Metal Fabrication Tools Proficiency

Mathematical and Engineering Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Job description

VACANCY: Highly Skilled Plater/Fabricator/Welder

LOCATION: Rotherham, S60 (Close to Meadowhall, Sheffield)

Shift Pattern – 3 shift rotating Days 6am- 2pm, Afternoons 2pm – 10pm and Nights 10pm – 6am ( some flexibility is available)

Pay rate: £17.51 – £21.18 an hour – depending on experience and weld test completed at interview.

ABOUT US

Due to major expansion with a brand-new factory, MTL Advanced in Rotherham are on the hunt for highly skilled Defence Welders to join the team.

We have invested in an extensive range of technology and equipment and provide services to a range of OEM’s from leading industries including defence, security, construction, quarrying, recycling and rail.

Our inhouse capabilities include, large format Laser Cutting and Press Braking, CNC Precision Machining, Fabrication & Welding, Shot Blasting, Painting and final Assembly.

We are on a recruitment drive for a number of experienced and highly skilled Welders to join our defence operations. You will be joining our skilled team to perform welding activities on armoured products and vehicles. The majority of the work will be MIG welding where your dexterity and hand-eye coordination will help to make welds clean and precise.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Perform welding activities on carbon steel, armour steel, aluminium
• Weld various joint configurations in all positions
• Ensure equipment parameters are set to the optimum to fully satisfy weld quality, integrity, and WPS requirements
• Review engineering drawings for parts to be welded
• Working to tolerances on fabrication drawings.
• Satisfy production schedules to the correct quality level and within the specified time scale
• Carry out and record the daily / weekly / monthly maintenance checks and record the necessary safety checks
• Ensure correct marking up of component parts

ABOUT YOU

• Must have a minimum of 12 months Welding / Fabrication Experience.
• Understanding of quality procedures and specific customer requirements
• Ideally a coded welder
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design and manufacturing procedures
• Proficient with metal fabrication tools
• Advanced mathematical and engineering skills
• Ability to lift and manipulate large metal objects
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
• Ability to remain focused on Quality and consistently reiterate its importance to others
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to generate innovative concepts and ideas

We know that our people are the most important asset to MTL Advanced, and we are looking for skilled, passionate and driven professionals to work with our inspirational leaders, promote our culture and enable change. With expertise across the manufacturing industry and a leading UK facility, innovation and investment make MTL a great choice for your career.