Tank Welder

Overview / Responsibilities:
**Job title: Tank Welder**

**Ref No: 125994**

**Location: Ellesmere Port**

Wood is recruiting for talented Tank Welders for an upcoming project in the Ellesmere Port area.

If you are local to the area with proficient tank welding ability and looking for an exciting project to be part of then this role could suit you.

Prime Responsibilities:

- Welding of steel Tank plates (butt welds, fillet welds) in line with Weld Procedure Specifications (floor, shell, roof)
- Preparation of worksite (barriers, access routes, cables, sheeting, signage etc)
- The setting up of A/C and D/C machines.
- The storage and treatment of electrodes.
- Recognition of material to be welded
- Use of power tools in the back grinding of welds
- Use of welding tools and equipment.
- Use of gas cutting equipment (burning gear)
- Maintaining and checking own small tools and equipment
- Reading and interpreting drawings
- Reading and interpreting weld procedures
- Knowledge of effects of climate conditions on welds.
- Knowledge of safety precautions and risks associated with tasks
- Be proficient in more than one of the welder coding qualification (multi-coded). MMA, etc

Skills / Qualifications:
Essential:

- Previously Coded welder
- CCNSG safety passport
- Two years tank welding / shipbuilding or equivalent heavy fabrication
- Proficient in use of MMA welding techniques

Company Overview:
Diversity Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.