Cities
Welder (Mig&Tig)
Company
Jark Ltd
Location
Leeds
Salary
£15.50–£17.00 an hour
Posted
26 days ago
Via
via Indeed
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Job Description
My client in the LS11 area require x 2 experienced Welder / Fabricators.
Duties of the Role
• MIG and TIG welding on mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium
• Fabrication and repair work on structural and pipework components
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Carrying out repairs both in workshop and external locations
• Maintaining a clean and safe working area
• Working independently or as part of a team to meet deadlines
Experience Required
• Previous experience in MIG/TIG
• The ability to work to and interpret drawings
• Comfortable working in industrial environments
• Coding qualifications desired but not essential
• The ability to be flexible during busy periods (Weekends and nights)
Working days
IND123
Pay: £15.50-£17.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Duties of the Role
• MIG and TIG welding on mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium
• Fabrication and repair work on structural and pipework components
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Carrying out repairs both in workshop and external locations
• Maintaining a clean and safe working area
• Working independently or as part of a team to meet deadlines
Experience Required
• Previous experience in MIG/TIG
• The ability to work to and interpret drawings
• Comfortable working in industrial environments
• Coding qualifications desired but not essential
• The ability to be flexible during busy periods (Weekends and nights)
Working days
IND123
Pay: £15.50-£17.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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