Welder

Amentum Services, Inc.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Welder to fabricate and assemble metal structures. The successful candidate will utilize MIG, TIG, and ARC welding techniques, ensuring high-quality welds based on technical drawings. Preference for candidates with NVQ Level 3 in Welding. This is a full-time, on-site role offering competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a welder or in a similar role.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG, and/or ARC welding on various metals.
• Set up and operate welding equipment and tools.
• Inspect and test welds for structural soundness.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

ARC welding

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Welding

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

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Job Description

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Welder to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for fabricating and assembling metal structures and components using various welding techniques, working from technical drawings and specifications to ensure high‑quality and safe welds. This role is temporary, paid weekly, and fully on‑site.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG, and/or ARC welding on a variety of metals including steel, stainless steel, and aluminium.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documents.
• Set up and operate welding equipment and tools.
• Inspect and test welds to ensure structural soundness and quality.
• Maintain equipment and ensure a clean and safe working environment.
• Collaborate with other team members to meet production deadlines.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and company policies.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a welder or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in welding techniques (MIG, TIG, ARC).
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• NVQ Level 3 in Welding or equivalent qualification (preferred).
• Valid CSCS card or CCNSG Safety Passport.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.

Our Culture

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity.

We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

Your application experience is important to us and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. We welcome feedback on our recruitment process and if you need more from us before deciding to join us then please contact the team.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing