Coded Welder

Coded Welder

Location: On-site Fabrication Shop in Birtley, Gateshead
Hours: 40 hours per week
Rate: Dependent on experience paid via CIS
Employment Type: Temporary to Permanent
We are looking for an experienced Coded Welder to join an established fabrication team. The successful candidate will work alongside the Fabrication & Welding Manager, welding stainless steel tanks, stainless steel pipework and mild steel frames.
The main requirement is strong experience in FCAW/Flux Core welding , with candidates ideally coded to ASME Section IX for Carbon Steel . Experience with GTAW/TIG welding of 316L stainless steel is also desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Weld and fabricate components from engineering and technical drawings.
• Carry out welding to the required standards and specifications.
• Prepare, grind and finish materials and completed products.
• Complete quality checks on finished work.
• Use a range of fabrication and welding equipment, including MIG, TIG, plasma cutters and hand tools.
• Assist with general fabrication tasks as required.
• Work efficiently to meet strict deadlines and agreed targets.
• Maintain high standards of quality and comply with all safety, HSEQ and company procedures.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience in a similar welding/fabrication role.
• Strong FCAW/Flux Core welding experience.
• Previous ASME IX coding preferred, ideally for carbon steel.
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
• Good communication skills and a proactive attitude.
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends when required.
• Eligible to work permanently in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence.

This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity for the right candidate. The successful person will need to be reliable, organised, quality-focused and comfortable working to strict deadlines within a small team.