Welding Supervisor

**Job Title**:Welding Supervisor

**Company**:Laker Vent Engineering Ltd

**Location**:Ayrshire

**Contract Type**:PAYE Only (NAECI Categorised) Grade 7

**About Us**:
Laker Vent Ltd is a mechanical contractor operating within the engineering construction industry. We specialise in the installation of highly regulated process piping systems, serving blue chip clients across the Power & Energy, Pharmaceutical, and Petrochemical industries.

**The Role**

You will oversee and coordinate the work of welders and fabricators, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency in welding operations. You will be responsible for leading, instructing, and managing a team, implementing quality control procedures, and maintaining safety standards. Additionally, you will be involved in scheduling, resource allocation, and troubleshooting welding-related issues.

**Key Responsibilities**:
Team Leadership & Management
- Lead, instruct, and motivate a team of welders and fabricators.
- Coordinate and assign tasks, manage schedules, and oversee work progress.
- Conduct regular team meetings to communicate objectives and address concerns.

Quality Control & Assurance
- Ensure welding work meets quality standards and specifications.
- Liaise with QA/QC on the Inspection of weld joints and Implement and maintain quality assurance procedures.

Safety Compliance
- Ensure welders adhere to safety protocols and wear appropriate protective gear.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation measures.
- Maintain a safe working environment.

Technical Expertise
- Possess a strong understanding of welding techniques, procedures, and codes
- Interpret technical drawings.

Resource Management
- Oversee the allocation and use of welding materials and equipment.
- Maintain welding plant and calibration checks.

Problem Solving
- Troubleshoot welding defects and resolve technical issues.
- Identify and address any challenges or delays in the welding process.

Documentation
- Maintain records of welds and materials used.
- Assist in the preparation necessary documentation for quality control and project management.

Training & Development
- Provide guidance and support to welders for continuous improvement.

Skills & Qualifications
- SSSTS or IOSH
- Extensive knowledge of welding processes, techniques, and codes.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Experience in quality control and safety management.
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Organizational and time management skills.

PAYE (NAECI Categorised 2025) Grade 7
- Basic rate - £24.66
- Rate A - £34.52
- Rate B - £44.38
- IBA Payment - £2.37/hour
- Travel & Accommodation - As per NAECI

Working Hours
Week 1
- Monday-Thursday: 9.5 hrs/day
- Friday: 8 hrs
- Saturday: 8 hrs
- Sunday: 8 hrs

Week 2
- Monday-Thursday: 9.5 hrs/day

**Benefits**:

- 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory holidays (pro-rata)
- Access to the Health Assured employee assistance programme
- Full ECIA welfare benefits package

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 140