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Welder

BAE SystemsDumbarton, Dunbartonshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 12 Feb 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
£38.7k/yr
Work Type
On Site
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Welder | Dumbarton, United Kingdom | On-site | £38,662 + 33% shift allowance

We're hiring on behalf of a globally recognised leader in advanced defence and security solutions. This employer is known for pioneering technological advancements and fostering a culture where employees are trusted to make a significant impact. Join a team dedicated to shaping a safer future through cutting-edge innovation.

The Role

  • Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum using various processes including MMA, MAG, MIG, FCAW, and automatic/semi-automatic methods like Submerged Arc and BUG-O.
  • Produce high-quality butt and fillet welds, including work utilizing ceramic tiles within FCAW/MAG processes.
  • Conduct self-verification of all welds to ensure consistent quality and adherence to standards.
  • Strictly follow safe working practices, SHE requirements, and implement effective fume-control measures.
  • Apply expertise to produce complex welding solutions for cutting-edge naval projects.

What You'll Need

  • Hold a Modern Apprenticeship certificate (Trade Papers) and relevant mechanical qualifications (e.g., SVQ3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
  • Proven experience in ceramic-tile welding, Flux-Cored Arc Welding, Metal-Cored Arc Welding, and associated equipment.
  • Ability to consistently produce welds that meet visual and NDE examination standards.
  • Skilled in welding carbon-steel materials within the 4–15 mm thickness range.
  • Good understanding of SHE requirements and application of risk-assessment principles in all welding activities.
  • Background in maritime, construction, manufacturing, or similar environments, including MIG aluminum welding and automated welding systems.

What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary of £38,662, plus a 33% shift allowance where applicable.
  • Opportunity to work on world-class naval ship projects, contributing to global security.
  • Lifelong learning and professional development opportunities in a supportive culture.
  • Recognition for your contributions and rewards tailored to your needs.

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