Welder {Mod, Marine, Defence

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence and engineering organization is seeking a Welder to work primarily on submarines and various ship projects in Plymouth. This position offers a competitive basic salary of £35,530 with a guaranteed OTE of £50,882, alongside training and progression opportunities. Ideal candidates will have a level 2 qualification or above and must be local to Plymouth or willing to move. Shift work is required, covering days and nights.

Benefits

Training

Progression opportunities

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must be a Welder or similar with a level 2 or above qualification.
• Local to Plymouth or willing to relocate.
• Ability to work shifts is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Weld primarily on submarines with tasks on ships and in a factory.
• Execute high-quality welding using specialized tools.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.

Skills

Welding

Interpreting engineering drawings

Team collaboration

Education

Level 2 qualification in welding or similar

Tools

Welding machinery

Job description

Welder {MoD, Marine, Defence}

Plymouth

£35,530 basic salary, guaranteed £50,882 OTE with shift allowance + 6% Pension + Training + Progression + Much much more…

Are you a Welder or similar with a relevant level 2 or above looking for a career with one of the UK's biggest defence and engineering businesses.

Do you want to work on some of the biggest projects in the defence industry right now, for a business who offer training, development and progression opportunities both short and long term.

On offer, is the exciting opportunity for a Welder to join once of the UK's largest and most well-respected defence and engineering organisations. World renowned, this business is responsible for building a large number of the Ministry of Defence's core infrastructure. Founded around 150 years ago, they have been at the forefront of innovation, earning themselves a great reputation as market leaders in all aspects.

The Role

• Work primarily on submarines, with additional tasks on ships and in factory environments.
• Executing high-quality welding using specialised tools and machinery
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and work instructions
• Supporting the HMS Victorious project within our Submarines business unit
• Collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders to meet project milestones

The Person

• Welder or similar.
• Level 2 or above.
• Local to Plymouth or moving to the area.
• Happy to work shifts.

The Shifts

• Week 1: Monday to Friday days.
• Week 2: Monday to Friday nights.
• Week 3: Monday to Sunday days.
• Week 4: Monday to Thursday days.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.