Construction - Fitter/Welder

Glanua; Navan; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave

10 bank holidays

Competitive base salary

EAP – 24/7 confidential employeeCouns 

Early Friday finish

Ambitious growing organisation

Job summary

Glanua is seeking a Fitter/Welder to join its growing construction team. You will weld in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions and work on tanks, sub-assemblies, and small parts across projects nationwide.

The role requires 3+ years’ experience, TIG welding, ability to read drawings and P&ID, and good teamwork, communication, and time management. Travel between Republic of Ireland sites (and to Northern Ireland) is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experienced in TIG welding with flat, folded, and pipe projects.
• Ability to liaise with Engineering Department to support product improvements.
• Must have basic Weld polishing & cleaning experience.
• Ability to work as part of a team with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time when given a work list, including feedback to the line manager on close-out.
• Main thicknesses used are 1mm to 6mm, comfortable with light materials.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team in delivering projects with a “one team” ethos.
• Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental standards are followed.
• Review design drawings and P&ID; validate designs and provide feedback for DfMA efficiencies.
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
• Complete tanks, sub-assemblies and small parts as required.
• Complete test documentation and inspection and test plans (ITPs).
• Maintain neatness and good housekeeping.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Manual

Skilled Trade

Education

Level 6 (incl Higher Advanced Certificate & National Craft Certificate)

Tools

TIG welding

Welding polishing

Job description

Map Share/Print

Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

Leinster / Covering roles nationwide

Please note that for this role you must be able to travel between sites in Republic of Ireland. and if needed, to be able to travel to Northern Ireland

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The main duties and responsibilities of the Fitter / Welder are outlined as follows:

• Work as part of a team in the delivery of one or more projects at any one time, embracing the ethos of a “one team” culture.
• Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental standards, policies and procedures always adhere.
• Review of design stage mechanical drawings and P&ID in order to validate designs, familiarise with the project, and spot issues before they arise. Provide input and feedback on design in order to contribute to DfMA efficiencies.
• Work well on own initiative with a good work ethos to achieve a high production output.
• Complete tanks, sub-assemblies & small parts as required.
• Quantity and Quality of work to be of a high standard, free of defects and with attention to detail.
• Ability to problem solve, able to complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Complete all test documentation and inspection and test plans (ITPs) as required
• An ability to weld in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
• Actively participate in product and process improvement by providing lessons learned feedback and innovative solutions for adoption on future projects.
• Other duties as required from time to time.
• Must be neat and have good housekeeping skills

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

The main knowledge, skills and experience required of the Fitter / Welder are outlined as follows:

• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience working in a similar role
• Experienced in TIG welding with flat, folded, and pipe projects.
• Ability to liaise on a technical level with Engineering Department to support product improvements.
• Must have basic Weld polishing & cleaning experience.
• Ability to work as part of a team with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time when given a work list, including continuous feedback to the line manager on work close-out.
• Main thicknesses used are 1mm to 6mm so the applicant must be comfortable with working on light materials.
• Ability to use own initiative, problem solve and adjust as issues arise

What we offer you

• The opportunity to join an ambitious and growing organization.
• Monday to Friday working week finishing early on Fridays.
• 22 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays.
• Competitive base salary
• Access to EAP – 24/7 365 days confidential employee counselling service, free for employees and their families.
• Sector: construction

Career Level

• Not Required

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 3
• Minimum Qualification: Level 6 (incl Higher Advanced Certificate & National Craft Certificate)

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Communications, Interpersonal Skills, Manual, Skilled Trade(s)
• Competency Skills: Problem Solving, Teamwork, Time Management, Working on own Initiative