Mig Welder

Mig Welder


Company
Industrial Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Location
Birmingham
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via BeBee

Job Description
Job Description: Industrial Recruitment Services Ltd (IRS) are currently recruiting for an experienced MIG Welder Fabricator to join our client based in the West Midlands. Our client is a well-established engineering company offering long-term opportunities within a busy fabrication workshop. We are seeking skilled MIG Welder Fabricators to join the team on a full-time basis.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out MIG welding and fabrication work, producing high-quality metal components from engineering drawings and specifications. Candidates must be confident fabricating, welding, and working independently while maintaining excellent quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The Role

MIG welding and fabrication of metal components Reading and interpreting engineering drawings Fabricating products to specification Inspecting completed work to ensure quality standards are met Working to production schedules and deadlines Maintaining a clean and safe working environment Shift Pattern: Sunday to Thursday 10:00pm – 6:00am Benefits:

£20.00 per hour Full-time night shift Weekly pay Long-term ongoing work Opportunity for permanent employment The Person:

Previous MIG welding and fabrication experience essential Able to read and interpret engineering drawings Good attention to deta...

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the National Living Wage for welders in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per the UK Government, the National Living Wage for welders aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour from 1 April 2026, equating to £497.60 for a 38.9-hour week. Overtime must be paid at least 1.5 times this rate under the Working Time Regulations. Employers must display the current rates on payslips from that date.
Q What salary threshold applies for a Skilled Worker visa as a welder in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per the UK Government, welders applying for a Skilled Worker visa in 2026 require a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code 5211, whichever is higher. The visa lasts up to 5 years and requires a Certificate of Sponsorship issued no earlier than 3 months before application. Dependants are allowed only if the salary exceeds £38,700.
Q What qualifications and experience are required to work as a welder in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per the UK Government, welders must hold a Level 2 or 3 NVQ Diploma in Welding or equivalent plus a valid CSCS card for construction sites. Applicants need at least 2 years of documented experience verified by references. No formal degree is mandated but English language at B1 level is required for visa routes.
Q What documents are needed to apply for welder jobs in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per the UK Government, applicants must submit a CV, welding qualification certificates, passport, and proof of right to work such as a share code from the UKVI system. For sponsored roles, a Certificate of Sponsorship reference is mandatory. Applications via the gov.uk Find a Job service require these uploaded within 14 days of shortlisting.
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