Welder

Vacancy Summary

At Severfield, we're creating
better ways
to build for a world of changing demands.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Welder.

Our competitive advantage is our people, and we're always looking for talented individuals to join us as we continue to transform skylines across the UK & Europe. A career at Severfield presents the opportunity for you to develop, grow, and to feel part of something special, after all, we are all in it
together

Our Commercial & Industrial division designs, fabricates and constructs structural steelwork for a variety of different sectors including commercial offices, stadia & leisure, industrial & distribution, data centres, retail and health and education.

The division has manufacturing sites in three locations: Dalton, Lostock, and Enniskillen. Each has full-service capabilities and modern manufacturing processes enabling us to provide a high-quality product to a variety of different sectors. Each of our sites has its own strong reputation in the market and between them cover a wider geographical area, including Europe. They continue to set the
bar high
in their highly complex market

Vacancy Details

We are looking for an experienced and skilled Welde
r
to join our team. Working in a fast-paced structural steel environment, you'll be responsible for welding a variety of steel components to precise specifications, ensuring all work meets high-quality standards and project deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out MIG welding of structural steel components in accordance with engineering drawings.
• Perform tack welding and full welds on beams, columns, and other steel structures.
• Ensure all welds meet internal and client-specific quality standards.
• Operate overhead cranes and other material handling equipment safely.
• Conduct basic weld inspections and report any defects or inconsistencies.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment.
• Work closely with fabricators, supervisors, and quality inspectors to meet production targets.

Requirements

• Proven experience in MIG welding, ideally within a structural steel or heavy fabrication environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and fabrication drawings.
• Relevant welding qualifications (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
• Good understanding of health and safety practices in a workshop setting.

As part of the selection process, successful applicants will be invited to complete a practical weld test. This will involve a
Single Multi-Run Fillet Weld
and an
Open Root Butt Weld
to assess skill level, technique, and suitability for structural steelwork.'

What We Offer

At Severfield, we're all about doing the right thing, so as you'd expect, we offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.

We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets to apply. We value the unique perspectives that come from different life experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, religion, or faith. At Severfield, we believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success, and we are eager to hear from all who want to contribute to our dynamic workplace.

We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don't delay in submitting your application.

We look forward to receiving your application

Recruitment agencies - Please note that we kindly request no contact from recruitment agencies or third-party providers regarding this role. We genuinely appreciate your interest but are currently managing our hiring process in-house.

About Us
Severfield is the largest structural steelwork Group in the UK and among the biggest in Europe. We have been involved in the UK's highest profile structural steel projects and we have the design and engineering capabilities to deliver the UK's largest, most complex projects.

Today, with multiple sites in the UK, Europe, and our joint venture in India, we have an annual capacity to produce around 300,000 tonnes of fabricated steelwork.

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Acting on behalf of our clients, our project portfolio includes world-class stadia, bridges, national infrastructure, as well as shaping city skylines across the UK and further afield.

Benefits
Looking after our employees means both their physical and mental wellbeing. We're proud to offer a range of benefits including:

25 days holiday

7% employer pension contributions

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Employee benefits scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Save as you earn

Free onsite parking (role specific)

Business health insurance