Welders - Pembroke

Altrad Services A/S; Rhoscrowther; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodge provided

Travel paid

Job summary

Altrad are seeking experienced welders for outage works in the United Kingdom. The role operates 13 days on, 1 day off with 12-hour shifts, mobilisation starting 05/11/2026. The position is paid under the NAECI agreement with lodge and travel paid where applicable.

You will weld high-integrity pipework, read drawings, and ensure safety and quality standards across the project. The ideal candidate has NVQ 3 in Welding or equivalent, ISO9606/ASME IX qualifications, and a valid CCNSG Safety

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Welding or equivalent
• ACE Card or equivalent certification
• ISO 9606/ASME IX qualifications relevant to project
• CCNSG Safety Passport or site safety certs
• Welding apprenticeship or vocational qualification

Responsibilities

• Carry out welding on safety-critical components and high-integrity pipework per procedures
• Read engineering drawings, welding procedures and isometrics to determine work requirements
• Prepare materials, consumables and equipment; ensure safety compliance
• Assemble and set up welding equipment using approved procedures
• Perform TIG, MMA and FCAW welding on varied materials
• Weld large bore and small bore pipework to required standards
• Inspect weld preparations and completed welds using approved methods
• Identify defects and take corrective actions
• Support inspection of weld joints and finalize testing documentation
• Maintain permits to work, risk assessments and site safety procedures
• Store and manage welding materials and equipment
• Guide and support welding trainees
• Maintain high safety, quality and workmanship standards
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and clients

Skills

Welding

Safety compliance

Reading drawings

TIG welding

MMA welding

FCAW welding

Pipework welding

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Welding

ACE Card or equivalent

ISO 9606/ASME IX qualifications

Welding apprenticeship

CCNSG Safety Passport

Tools

Welding equipment

Inspection tools

Job description

About The Role

Altrad are currently looking for experienced Welders to join the team for Outage Works.

This role will involve working 13 Days On, 1 Day Off – 12 Hour Shifts, Mobilisation Start Date 05/11/2026

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.

About Us

At Altrad, our people create endless opportunities. We are the leading provider of support services transforming our nations critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably. With over 16,000 talented people across our region, we provide the full spectrum of critical services including consulting, design, engineering, construction, asset life optimisation through to decommissioning, for industries both onshore and offshore.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.
• As an employer, we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our people.

Inclusivity Statement

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you require any adjustments at any stage – including interviews or assessments, please let us know. We’re happy to discuss what would help you take part fully.