Welder

Are you a skilled welder ready to take your craft to the next level?

At BAE Systems, you won’t just be welding steel — you’ll be helping build some of the most advanced combat ships in the world. From cutting-edge frigates to next-generation naval platforms, your work will directly support the crews who protect our waters.

This is precision engineering with purpose.

• Welding different materials (carbon & stainless steel & aluminium)
• Welding using different welding processes i.e., Manual Metal Arc, Metal Active Gas, Metal Inert Gas, Automatic & Semi-Automatic Machine Welding (Submerged – Arc & BUG-O)
• Welding butts and fillets to a high standard
• Main process – FCAW / MAG – using ceramic tiles
• Self-verification on all welds
• Adhering to all SHE related standards associated with welding, including fume control

• Modern Apprenticeship certificate also known as Trade Papers (you will be required to provide papers)
• Current Weld Codings to supplied
• Ceramic Tile Welding Knowledge
• Knowledge and experience in Welding and use of associated equipment
• Metal Core Arc Welding experience
• Deposit welds that pass both visual and NDE examinations
• Materials experience of welding carbon steel thickness 4-15mm range
• Clear understanding of SHE and Risk Assessment awareness
• Background in Maritime or major construction / manufacturing environment
• Welding Aluminium with MIG process
• Welding with automated equipment

Please note we will require a copy of your qualifications when submitting your application