Production Welder

Production Welder


Company
Travail Employment Group
Location
Sheffield
Salary
£12.72–£15.23 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
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Job Description
Salary: £12.72 - 15.23 per hour

Reference: 73001128

£12.72 & £15.23 plus premium overtime, Monday – Friday AM and PM shift, 33 days leave after 12 weeks, , training opportunities, free parking, modern manufacturing and welfare facility, changing rooms and showers.

Due to an increase in production an opportunity for a Production Welder has arisen to join a well-established global engineering company in the Sheffield area. The role is based at their UK Head office site which is commutable from both Rotherham and Barnsley and easily accessible via public transport. Reporting into the Shift Supervisor, day to day Production Welder responsibilities will include;
• Reading from basic engineering drawings
• MIG welding Mild steel
• Saw operating
• Working towards tight deadlines
• Maintaining a safe working area

We are open to hearing from welders of all capabilities from recently qualified, those that enjoy welding in their spare time and those with proven work experience in welding. On the job training will be provided for those with limited experience. This company can offer future training and progression due to their continued growth plans. This role would suit a candidate with MIG, Production or Spot welding experience working within a light to medium engineering, production or fabrication workshop.

Benefits of the role include;
• Monday – Friday, Rotating AM / PM shifts
• Overtime at premium rates
• 33 days holiday including bank hols after 12 weeks
• External training opportunities
• Free parking
• Ongoing assignment

For further information please call 0114 276 8228 or apply online now.

Travail Employment Group are advertising this vacancy and its services in this instance as an Employment Business.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the minimum hourly wage for welder jobs in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
The National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.50 per hour from 1 April 2026 as set by the UK government. Welders must receive this rate for all hours worked including overtime at 1.5 times the rate. Employers in construction and manufacturing sectors are required to pay this without exception.
Q What visa do overseas applicants need for welder jobs in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Overseas welders require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed UK employer with a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code 5211. The visa lasts up to 5 years and costs £719 for applications made in 2026. Applicants must also hold a valid Certificate of Sponsorship issued after 6 April 2026.
Q What qualifications and experience are needed to qualify for welder jobs in the United Kingdom?
Welders must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Welding or equivalent City & Guilds certification plus at least 2 years of documented experience in structural or pipe welding. Employers require proof of BS EN ISO 9606 certification for pressure welding roles. No formal degree is mandatory but apprenticeships completed after 2025 count toward eligibility.
Q What documents are required when applying for welder positions in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Applicants must submit a CV, welding qualification certificates, proof of right to work such as a passport or share code, and a DBS check certificate dated within the last 12 months. For sponsored roles a valid Certificate of Sponsorship reference is mandatory. Applications without these documents are rejected by 95% of UK employers.
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