TIG Welder

TIG Welder Location: Northampton (NN4) Employment Type: 12-week Temp-to-Perm Start Date: ASAP Pay: £13.81/hour to start (higher rate may be offered at manager discretion, depending on experience and skills) About the Company: Join a leading specialised industrial services provider that helps keep vital industries moving.Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply.From precision components to niche engineered solutions, this organisation plays a crucial role in ensuring industry works better.Behind every successful project is a hardworking team people with specialist knowledge, hands-on skill, and a passion for doing things right.Thats where you come in.With over 170 sites across the UK and Ireland, support, development and long-term opportunity are always close by.In the past year alone, 72 workers who began in temp-to-perm roles secured permanent positions a testament to the companys commitment to career progression.If youre skilled, motivated, and ready to grow, this is the place for you.The Role: TIG Welder You will join a specialist team within a niche industrial hose and assembly environment, supporting production through high-quality TIG welding and assembly duties.Comprehensive in-house training will be provided, with a structured development programme and competency progression pathway.Key Responsibilities: TIG welding of components, including thin materials Picking components and preparing assemblies Providing downstream departments with completed assemblies Liaising with multiple teams to ensure smooth workflow Recording quality failures and reporting to the Quality Department Following fault-finding procedures Using in-house systems for H&S and quality data entry Essential Skills & Experience Competent TIG welder Experience with stainless steel, carbon steel or aluminium (aluminium highly desirable) Good English comprehension for safety compliance Basic IT skills (data entry, email) Able to work with measurements, angles and simple calculations Motivated, adaptable and willing to learn Able to work independently and as part of a team Good attitude and willingness to undergo extensive training Mechanical assembly experience beneficial but not essential ASME IX certification desirable but not essential Machinery operation or manufacturing background advantageous FLT licences beneficial but not required (training available) Hours & Pay: MondayFriday, 7am3pm (37.5 hrs/week) 1 x 15-min paid break , 1 x 30-min unpaid lunch Starting pay: £13.81/hour , due to training likely required Candidates with the necessary experience may receive a higher starting rate Pay may increase post-probation based on performance Temp-to-perm pathway: 12 weeks (9-week probation), followed by permanent offer upon successful performance Interview Process (On Site): Face-to-face with Engineering Manager on-site Welder 1-hour skills xwwtmva test (weld test using scrap materials) Site walk-through and process discussion PPE required: Bring steel toe caps and fire-retardant clothing Safety glasses & hi-vis provided on-site (or can bring your own) Team & Training: 4 Welders, 1 Hose Tester, 4 Assemblers Cross-training encouraged across roles Extensive training programme Full independence typically achieved after ~8 months Optional FLT training available Benefits: As a permanent employee (after the 12 week temp contract), you will receive: 25 days holiday bank holidays Contributory pension Cycle to Work scheme Life assurance Paid wellbeing day 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (mental health, GP, nutrition, PT sessions, wellbeing coaching, physiotherapy, financial & legal support) Discounts & savings scheme Company sick pay Group income protection Long service recognition Free LinkedIn Learning access Free branded workwear & eye tests