Structural Welder

JAM Recruitment Ltd

Structural Welder

We're recruiting experienced Structural Welders to join a leading UK engineering and manufacturing organisation working on complex, large-scale projects within a highly regulated environment.



Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out structural steel welding and fabrication activities to required quality standards and tolerances.
  • Work from engineering drawings, welding procedures, and technical specifications.
  • Use a variety of welding processes and associated tools and equipment.
  • Complete fitting, alignment, forming, grinding, and finishing activities as required.
  • Conduct self-inspection of completed work to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Work safely and adhere to all Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) procedures.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to team performance targets.


Essential Requirements

  • Time-served Welder with a completed Engineering Apprenticeship (or equivalent recognised qualification).
  • Proven experience in structural steel welding within a heavy engineering, manufacturing, marine, defence, or industrial environment.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and welding procedures.
  • Experience working to strict quality standards and tolerances.
  • Competent in the safe use of welding, fabrication, and measuring equipment.
  • Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.


Desirable Experience

  • Flux Core (FCAW), MAG/MIG, TIG, or Submerged Arc Welding experience.
  • Experience working in confined spaces or restricted access environments.
  • Previous experience within shipbuilding, defence, heavy fabrication, or large-scale manufacturing projects.


What's on Offer

  • Long-term contract opportunities.
  • Competitive rates.
  • Opportunity to work on nationally significant engineering programmes.
  • Overtime opportunities available.
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