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Whale Tankers Ltd
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• Birmingham
• 15/01/2026
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Solihull

£31,500 - £32,500 per annum

Permanent, Full Time

We are an employee focused business committed to developing people to ensure that we have the best there is as part of our ever-expanding team.

Are you ready to work for one of the largest manufacturers of liquid waste vacuum tankers and jetting equipment in Europe?

Then Join our Whale Family!

We are seeking an individual to work in a team environment to complete the tank build process. You must understand the relevant legislation and procedures to ensure that our tanks are welded to the standard required. The role includes welding in both Mild and Stainless Steel at a variety of thicknesses. You must work to standard operating procedures and engineering data sheets.

You will be working in the Tank House 5 days a week in the production department in Solihull. Some of the duties are:

• It is essential that you have MIG welding experience in both Mild and Stainless steel at various thicknesses
• Pipe welding experience is desirable
• The role will require the successful candidate to pass multiple welder qualification
• Background working in a production environment
• A positive attitude
• Ability to understand SOP's to assemble components for our tankers
• Good communication skills
• Methodical and organised approach to tasks
• Good time management
• It would be an advantage to have a forklift and overhead crane licence

If this sounds good to you and you feel you have the relevant skills and experience then apply today because not only will you be joining an expanding, enthusiastic and proactive company where no two days are the same, we also have some wonderful benefits on offer.

• One off £500 per annum holiday bonus when you take 5 days off in one block
• Bonus scheme based on the performance of the company
• Private medical insurance (BUPA)
• Competitive Company Pension Scheme
• Secure employment with a longstanding supportive business with opportunity for advancement
• Annual pay reviews
• 25 days holiday (plus statutory days) per calendar year - 5 days more than the legal requirement
• £500 Referral Scheme
• Death in service for employees
• Employee assistance programme - offering free wellbeing (mental and physical) and financial advice and support which offers access for you your partner and children under 18 for a Digital GP
• Employee discount scheme including restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more
• Cycle to work scheme
• Full training, equipment and PPE provided
• Long service awards
• Free parking