Welder - Tranmere

Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics is seeking a production welder for an 11 day fortnight on a site in Birkenhead. You will weld safety-critical components and pipework to approved procedures, read drawings, set up equipment, and work under the NAECI agreement with lodge and travel paid where applicable.

The role requires NVQ Level 3, ACE Card, ISO 9606 or equivalent, CCNSG, two years' experience, and proficiency in TIG, MMA, FCAW.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Welding or equivalent vocational qualification.
• ACE Card or equivalent welding certification.
• Iso 9606/ASME IX or equivalent welding standards.
• CCNSG Safety Passport or site safety certification.
• IOSH Managing Safely is desirable for site safety.

Responsibilities

• Carry out welding on safety-critical components and high-integrity pipework.
• Read and interpret drawings, procedures and specifications to determine work requirements.
• Prepare materials, consumables and equipment prior to welding activities.
• Set up welding equipment and perform TIG, MMA and FCAW welding.
• Inspect welds and identify defects, applying corrective actions when needed.
• Support inspection of weld joints and document quality records.
• Follow permits to work, risk assessments and site safety procedures.
• Provide guidance to Welding Trainees and maintain high safety standards.

Skills

TIG welding

MMA welding

FCAW welding

Reading drawings

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Welding

ACE Card

ISO 9606 / ASME IX equivalent

CCNSG Safety Passport

IOSH Managing Safely (desirable)

Job description

This role will involve working an 11 day fortnight. Mobilisation date is either October or November, with the exact date to be confirmed.

The position is paid under NAECI agreement, with lodge and travel paid where applicable.

Key Deliverables

• Carry out welding activities on safety-critical components and high-integrity pipework in accordance with approved welding procedures and specifications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, welding procedures, isometric drawings and contract specifications to determine work requirements.
• Prepare materials, welding consumables and equipment prior to commencing welding activities, ensuring all safety requirements are met.
• Assemble and set up welding equipment using approved procedures and safe working practices.
• Perform TIG, MMA and FCAW welding processes on a variety of materials and pipework systems.
• Weld large bore and small bore pipework to the required quality, dimensional and technical standards.
• Inspect weld preparations and completed weld joints using approved inspection methods.
• Identify welding defects, variations and non-conformances and take corrective action where required.
• Support the inspection of weld joints produced by pipefitters and other fabrication personnel.
• Complete quality documentation and support final visual and volumetric testing activities.
• Work in accordance with permits to work, risk assessments, method statements, POWRA requirements and site safety procedures.
• Store and manage welding consumables, equipment and materials in accordance with company procedures.
• Reinstate equipment and work areas to a safe condition following completion of welding activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and reporting issues, defects and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide guidance and support to Welding Trainees where required.
• Maintain the highest standards of safety, quality and workmanship at all times.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, chargehands, engineers, clients, subcontractors and regulatory representatives.

Key Requirements / Qualifications

• General secondary education or equivalent.
• Completed a recognised Welding Apprenticeship or equivalent vocational qualification.
• NVQ Level 3 in Welding, ACE Card or equivalent industry-recognised certification.
• Current welding qualifications to ISO 9606, ASME IX or equivalent standards relevant to the project requirements.
• Valid CCNSG Safety Passport or equivalent site-required safety certification.
• IOSH Managing Safely certification is desirable.
• Minimum two years' experience as a production welder within an industrial environment.
• Demonstrable experience welding high-integrity pipework and safety-critical components.
• Proficient in TIG, MMA and FCAW welding processes.
• Experience welding large bore and small bore pipework across a range of materials.
• Experience within the oil & gas, petrochemical, thermal power generation or nuclear sectors is desirable.
• Understanding of human performance principles and safe working practices.
• Ability to read and interpret welding specifications, engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Critical task training and site-specific authorisations as required by the project.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• Strong teamwork skills with a respectful and professional approach.
• Adaptable and responsive to changing project requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds.
• Ability to identify defects and implement corrective actions effectively.
• Reliable and efficient in delivering work to required standards and deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates a strong safety-first mindset and commitment to compliance.
• Maintains high standards of quality, productivity and workmanship at all times.
• Ability to guide and support trainee welders and share best practices.