Welding Instructor & Mentor — MIG & TIG Training

Wec Group; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Wec Group in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Welding Instructor to lead Level 3 Plate Welder training. You will mentor apprentices, teach MIG and TIG welding, interpret engineering drawings, and maintain a safe, well-equipped workshop environment.

The role focuses on practical coaching, performance feedback, and fostering confidence among trainees as they become skilled engineers with a strong emphasis on safety and continuous development.

Qualifications

• Excellent hands-on welding experience with MIG and TIG.
• Strong ability to coach and develop apprentices.
• Clear communication and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support the Level 3 Plate Welder Apprenticeship Standard.
• Provide onboarding for new apprentices.
• Teach welding and fabrication techniques, with emphasis on safety.
• Assess apprentice performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Support apprentices throughout their learning journey.
• Maintain training equipment and workshop safety standards.
• Promote a positive learning culture and continuous development.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Mentoring

Communication

Independence

Education

Fabrication experience

Engineering drawings

Job description

Wec Group in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Welding Instructor to lead Level 3 Plate Welder training. You will mentor apprentices, teach MIG and TIG welding, interpret engineering drawings, and maintain a safe, well-equipped workshop environment.

The role focuses on practical coaching, performance feedback, and fostering confidence among trainees as they become skilled engineers with a strong emphasis on safety and continuous development.