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Welder

BAE SystemsWishaw, Lanarkshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 3 Mar 2026

Quick Overview

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

Job Description

Welder | Wishaw, United Kingdom | On-site | £38,662

We're hiring on behalf of a global leader in defence, aerospace, and security, known for pioneering advanced technology and protecting what matters most. This is an opportunity to join a company that delivers cutting-edge solutions and shapes a safer future.

The Role

  • Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminium using various processes including MMA, MAG, MIG, FCAW, and automatic/semi-automatic methods.
  • Produce high-quality butt and fillet welds, including specialized work with ceramic tiles.
  • Conduct self-verification of all welds to ensure consistent quality and adherence to standards.
  • Follow all safety working practices and SHE requirements, implementing effective fume control measures.
  • Work within a team environment to deliver complex welding solutions.

What You'll Need

  • A Modern Apprenticeship certificate or Trade Papers, along with relevant mechanical qualifications (e.g., SVQ3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
  • Experience in ceramic-tile welding, Flux-Cored Arc Welding, Metal-Cored Arc Welding, and associated equipment.
  • Demonstrated ability to produce welds that meet visual and NDE examination standards.
  • Skill in welding carbon-steel materials within the 4–15 mm thickness range.
  • A strong understanding of SHE requirements and risk assessment principles in welding activities.
  • Background in maritime, construction, manufacturing, or similar environments, including MIG aluminium welding.

What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary with potential shift allowance.
  • Opportunities for lifelong learning and career growth.
  • A supportive culture with a strong sense of shared purpose.
  • Recognition for contributions and rewards tailored to employee needs.

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Skills

Risk Assessment

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