Welder

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

To carry out structural and piping fabrication and welding.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Fabrication and welding of metal components.
• Operation of welding and fabrication equipment.
• Understand and follow manufacturing drawings.
• Responsible for completing manufacturing work packs and timesheets.
• Perform cutting and heating tasks by use of Plasma Unit and oxygen and acetylene.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks to fleet / non-fleet equipment when required.
• General workshop labour
• Assist with stores duties when required.
• Loading and unloading of equipment and deliveries.
• Adhere to the stock control system and report any shortages or issues to the purchasing team.
• Keep work areas clean and organised.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Time served Apprenticeship in Fabrication, Welding, Mechanical Engineering, or NVQ/SVQ Level 2 or Level 3
• Proven relevant work experience at a comparable level may be accepted in the absence of formal qualifications
• Forklift Certification is preferred.
• Full UK Driving licence
• Working knowledge and prior experience of M.I.G / T.I.G and Flux Core welding processes and techniques in multiple positions.
• Good knowledge of health and safety.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to work to a high standard or workmanship.
• Ability to learn new skills.
• Work to tight deadlines in a safe and accurate manner.
• Ability to work unsupervised in diligent and safe manner.
• Experience of working in a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Enthusiastic, committed and a fast learner with previous experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable self-starter who can work independently as well as within a team, and under own initiative.

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