Welding Coordinator (IWT/EWT)

Employment; Stockport; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fabrication business in Stockport is seeking an experienced welding professional, certified in IWT/EWT and CSWIP 3.1. The role involves ensuring compliance with welding standards, leading audits, and resolving welding issues. With a salary range of £60k - £65k, this full-time position offers extensive benefits including pension contributions and flexible hours.

Benefits

7% Pension Contributions

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Life assurance

Sick pay

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing initiatives

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

EV charging points

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Technical Welding position with excellent knowledge of Weld procedures.
• IWT/EWT certified or above.
• CSWIP 3.1 certified.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with welding standards and procedures, acting as Responsible Welding Coordinator.
• Lead planning data for welding activities in SAP and coordinate welder audits.
• Identify and resolve welding issues using structured problem-solving methods.
• Develop Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and standard operating procedures for new and legacy programmes.
• Support production engineering and design teams on welding matters.

Skills

Technical expertise

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Education

IWT/EWT certification

CSWIP 3.1 certification

Job description

With a proud history of delivering high-quality engineering solutions for over a century, this leading fabrication business is a trusted partner to clients worldwide. From innovative product development to precision manufacturing, its dedicated teams work to the highest standards, ensuring excellence across engineering, operations, and support services.

Who this job would suit

This role would suit an experienced IWT/EWT & CSWIP 3.1 certified welding professional with recognised experience who thrives on maintaining exceptional quality standards. It is ideal for someone with strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to lead coordination activities, while also supporting wider engineering projects. Adaptability and proactive problem-solving skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with welding standards and procedures, acting as Responsible Welding Coordinator.
• Lead planning data for welding activities in SAP and coordinate welder audits.
• Identify and resolve welding issues using structured problem-solving methods.
• Develop Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and standard operating procedures for new and legacy programmes.
• Support production engineering and design teams on welding matters, driving improvements and change.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in Technical Welding position with excellent knowledge of Weld procedures
• IWT/EWT certified or above
• CSWIP 3.1 certified

Location: Stockport
Permanent
Full Time, 0700-1530 (Mon-Thurs), 0700-1200 (Fri) - flexible
Salary: £60k - £65k
Benefits: 7% Pension Contributions, 4% from candidate, 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, life assurance, sick pay, employee assistance programme, wellbeing initiatives, cycle to work scheme, free parking, EV charging points.

Contact Details:
For inquiries or to apply, please contact Jacob on 0161 4166249 or [e-mail]