Welder HPC - Nuclear & Infrastructure Fabrication Expert

Severfield; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

7% employer pension contributions

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Employee benefits scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Save as you earn

Free onsite parking (role specific)

Business health insurance

Job summary

Severfield is recruiting a Welder (HPC) to work on the Hinkley Point C project. The role focuses on connecting materials using precise sizes and welding techniques within a highly regulated nuclear environment.

You will read fabrication drawings, control distortion, prep work areas, ensure quality, mark for traceability, and use various consumables to meet project requirements. 3+ years welding experience and Level 2/3 welding qualifications are expected.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2/3 Welding or Fabrication diploma or equivalent.
• Welding apprenticeship or equivalent required.
• Scotland: Level 5 qualification preferred if applicable.
• ACE Card in Welding Pipe or Plate required.
• Minimum 3 years welding experience in relevant industry.
• BS EN ISO 9606 coded welding qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret fabrication drawings to determine weld sizes and thickness.
• Control and minimise material distortion.
• Prepare work area and pre-heat tools as needed.
• Check quality of own work and prepare steel for paint.
• Dress product and remove sharp edges.
• Mark work for traceability.
• Read additional weld sheets for complex work.
• Gauge material to ensure correct depth and size.
• Use different consumables depending on project requirements.

Skills

3 years welding experience

Education

Level 2/3 Diploma in Welding or Fabrication

Welding apprenticeship or equivalent

Level 5 qualification (Scotland)

ACE Card (Welding Pipe or Plate)

BS EN ISO 9606 Coded Welding Qualification

Job description

Severfield is recruiting a Welder (HPC) to work on the Hinkley Point C project. The role focuses on connecting materials using precise sizes and welding techniques within a highly regulated nuclear environment.

You will read fabrication drawings, control distortion, prep work areas, ensure quality, mark for traceability, and use various consumables to meet project requirements. 3+ years welding experience and Level 2/3 welding qualifications are expected.