Welding Technician

Jaguar & Land Rove; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An iconic automobile manufacturer in Birmingham is seeking a Welding Technician to ensure the efficient operation of automated welding stations. You will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting technical issues, and maintaining high machine availability to support production readiness. The role is vital for delivering consistent weld quality and requires strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills as well as experience with welding processes. A rewarding environment with numerous benefits awaits you.

Benefits

Discounted car purchase scheme

Maternity and paternity leave policies

Performance-related bonus

Employee learning scheme

Employee-led support and social networks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in welding processes and automated welding systems.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance principles and lean manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on welding equipment.
• Maintain high machine uptime by monitoring performance.
• Diagnose and resolve welding technical issues.
• Ensure all welds meet quality standards.
• Adhere to strict health & safety requirements.

Skills

Welding processes expertise

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

In the Manufacturing team at JLR’s Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre (EPMC), you’ll help power iconic electric cars. You will be working alongside incredible technicians and leaders to drive our commitment to shape a future we truly believe in, together. Use your expertise, cutting‑edge technology, and problem‑solving skills to ensure efficient, sustainable and high‑quality production. Fuel the exceptional.

As a Welding Technician here at JLR, you will ensure the efficient operation of automated welding stations by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting technical issues, and maintaining high machine availability. The role is critical in supporting production readiness and delivering consistent weld quality.

This role will be required to work a three shift pattern consisting of nights, afternoons, mornings.

WHAT TO EXPECT

In this role, no two tasks are the same. With lots of projects and relationships to build with people across the business and beyond, it’s a challenge that will help your career grow within an iconic organisation. Here’s what to expect:

• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance on welding equipment to required standards, ensuring accurate documentation for compliance and traceability
• Maintain high machine uptime by monitoring equipment performance and proactively preventing breakdowns
• Diagnose and resolve welding and technical issues impacting downtime or weld quality, working closely with engineering and production teams
• Ensure all welds meet specified quality standards and customer requirements, supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Adhere to strict health & safety, and compliance requirements while maintaining a clean and organized work environment

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills that you’ll need to have to help you succeed here, including:

• Proven experience in welding processes and automated welding systems
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance principles and lean manufacturing practices
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills

BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect a wide range of benefits:

• Discounted car purchase scheme (open to family members, too)
• A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available.
• A JLR company performance‑related bonus
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning.
• Access to open, employee‑led support and social networks

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.

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