Welder

Overview

Carry out specialist rail welding activities across the UK in line with industry standards and company procedures, ensuring all work sites are left clean, safe, and compliant.

Responsibilities

• Perform aluminothermic and electric arc welding on a range of rail types, including crane rail, grooved rail, crossings, and switches.
• Take responsibility for the safe use, maintenance, and inspection of welding equipment, tools, vehicles, and associated plant.
• Conduct visual inspections of completed welds and ensure all work meets required quality standards.
• Ensure all equipment is in good working order, properly maintained, and compliant with certification requirements.
• Safely transport equipment and materials to and from sites in accordance with road traffic regulations.
• Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring personal safety and that of colleagues, and take on safety leadership roles (e.g., COSS/SPIC) where required.
• Provide clear direction to assistant welders and support effective teamwork on site.
• Accurately complete and submit all required documentation at the end of each shift.
• Represent the company professionally at all times, particularly when working with clients or third parties.
• Report any quality issues, non-conformances, or safety concerns to management promptly.
• Liaise effectively with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders.
• Stay up to date with industry developments by attending relevant training courses.
• Comply with all health and safety requirements, taking responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others under your supervision.

Qualifications

• Experience in Track Construction and/or Renewals.
• PTS and Track Welding competencies (TW3/RT3).
• Full UK driving licence (LGV).
• Training in Manual Handling, Fire Safety, Small Tools, and Hand Trolley Operations.

Desirable

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above).
• Light Rail experience.
• Additional welding and rail competencies (MMA 1-7, GCR Operator, FBW Operator, Weld Inspector).
• ICT/computer literacy.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurant vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities – comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
• Flexible working opportunities
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service
• Drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory

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