Welder (TIG & MMA)
Reference Number: 446438
Published Date: 26/08/2026
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £57975 - £57975 Per annum
Industry: Engineering
Hours: Full Time
TIG / MMA Welder
Somerset
Competitive Pay | Enhanced Overtime Rates | Excellent Benefits | Long-Term Project
Are you an experienced TIG / MMA Welder looking for your next challenge? We are recruiting skilled welders to join a major UK infrastructure project in Somerset, offering excellent earning potential, long-term work, and the opportunity to contribute to a highly prestigious engineering environment.
With competitive industry pay rates, enhanced overtime rates (where available), and a comprehensive benefits package, this is an excellent opportunity for skilled welders seeking stability and career progression.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive industry-leading pay rates
- Enhanced overtime rates (where available)
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Contributory pension scheme
- Long-term project stability
- Opportunity to work on one of the UK's most significant engineering projects
- Ongoing career development and progression opportunities
The Role
As a TIG / MMA Welder, you will be responsible for:
- Carrying out welding operations to radiographic standards
- Conducting routine equipment inspections
- Following established welding procedures and safety regulations, including fume control requirements
- Identifying and reporting welding defects or potential issues
- Ensuring weld traceability and quality control through weld identification practices
- Completing all relevant quality documentation in line with project requirements
- Maintaining high standards of workmanship and compliance at all times
What We're Looking For
Successful candidates will have:
- Proven experience welding to radiographic standards
- Experience welding a variety of materials, particularly:
- Carbon Steel
- Austenitic Stainless Steel
- Strong understanding of quality standards and welding procedures
- Ability to work safely and effectively in a highly regulated environment
Required Qualifications
Applicants must hold one of the following:
- Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Welding, Fabrication, or a related discipline
- Completed Welding Apprenticeship
- Equivalent recognised apprenticeship in a welding discipline
In addition, candidates must hold:
- Valid CCNSG Safety Passport
Weld Test Requirements
Candidates will be required to successfully complete practical weld tests to ISO 9606 standards, including:
- Carbon Steel Pipe Butt Weld (TIG)
- Stainless Steel Pipe Butt Weld (TIG)
- Multi-Pass Fillet Welds using MMA and TIG welding processes
- Structural and pipe welding assessments in relevant welding positions
Apply Today
If you're a skilled TIG / MMA Welder looking for a long-term opportunity with competitive rates, excellent benefits, and the chance to work on a major engineering project, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to discuss the opportunity in confidence.
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