Welder/Finishing Operative

Job Title: Welder / Finishing Operative Location: Rotherham Salary: £29,400 per annum Shift Hours: Monday - Thursday 6am - 2pm / 2pm - 10pm, Friday 5am - 1pm / 1pm - 9pm (Candidates must be open to night shifts) About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Welder / Finishing Operative to join our team. In this role, you will perform TIG welding to ASME IX standards, working with both ferrous and non-ferrous materials to repair and upgrade castings. You will also be responsible for stock control, equipment maintenance, and ensuring all welding operations are performed to the highest quality. Key Responsibilities: Perform TIG welding to ASME IX standards for the repair and upgrade of ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Manage consumable stock, including weld wire and electrodes. Conduct daily maintenance checks on welding equipment and chambers. Inspect parts for cleanliness and ensure chamber environments are ready for welding, especially in vacuum chamber welding scenarios. Assess and prepare excavation sites for welding, which may include manual dressing. Clean non-ferrous parts using the aqueous degreasing facility. Maintain weld wire usage logs and ensure accurate records. Weld components in accordance with the relevant Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) documentation. Conduct weld qualification tests as required. Perform weld mapping and visual inspections of welds (post-training for inspections by other welders). Operate overhead cranes and forklift trucks safely. Assist with casting upgrade and finishing activities when needed.Key Requirements: Experience in TIG welding to ASME IX standards or equivalent. Knowledge of working with both ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Experience in maintaining welding equipment and performing quality checks. Ability to interpret WPS documentation and conduct weld qualification tests. Experience in manual dressing and part preparation for welding is an advantage. Forklift truck and overhead crane operation experience is preferred. Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of work. Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including night shifts.Shift Pattern: Monday - Thursday: 6am - 2pm / 2pm - 10pm Friday: 5am - 1pm / 1pm - 9pm (Candidates must be open to night shifts)If you're a skilled welder with a strong understanding of finishing processes and are eager to contribute to a dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you