Welding Coordinator | ISO 3834 & NDT Expert (Avonmouth)

Framatome Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

8% employer pension contribution

Private health care

Job summary

Framatome Ltd in Avonmouth, Bristol, is seeking a Welding Coordinator to support the manufacturing team by coordinating welding processes, documentation, and activities across facilities. You will manage weld books, welder qualifications, and defect tracking while driving safety and continual improvement.

With a strong focus on health and safety, you will attend meetings, ensure proper welding procedures, and maintain WPQR/WPS records.

Qualifications

• 5+ years proven relevant experience within fabrication / welding biased industry.
• CSWIP 3.1 qualification or equivalent.
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent in engineering or a related subject.
• Good knowledge of fabrication and welding standards; EN 1090, ISO 3834.
• Good understanding of British/European welding standards for qualification of procedures and welders.
• Experience in NDT processes and highly regulated environments (nuclear advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and guidance to welding personnel.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards such as ISO 3834.
• Prepare and manage welding documentation, WPQR/WPS/WQ records.
• Lead welding activities to ensure adherence to weld books and procedures.
• Maintain welding database and training of staff on new techniques.
• Contribute to Design Reviews and Manufacturing Readiness Reviews.
• Lead improvement projects in support of business needs.

Skills

Welding coordination

Education

CSWIP 3.1

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Framatome Ltd in Avonmouth, Bristol, is seeking a Welding Coordinator to support the manufacturing team by coordinating welding processes, documentation, and activities across facilities. You will manage weld books, welder qualifications, and defect tracking while driving safety and continual improvement.

With a strong focus on health and safety, you will attend meetings, ensure proper welding procedures, and maintain WPQR/WPS records.