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Skilled Aluminium Welders
Company
InsideRight
Location
Birmingham
Job Type
Full–time and Internship
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via JobMESH
Job Description
Job Description
A prestigious manufacturing business in the West Midlands is looking for Skilled TIG Aluminium Welders who are flexible to work rotating shifts.
Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap.
Please do not apply unless you're an Aerospace TIG welder. Aerospace TIG welders are the only candidates who will be considered based on the client's requirements.
The role involves thin wall welding of stainless steel, Inconel and aluminium, so, you must have experience working with these materials. Experience in welding thin gauge material is essential.
Job Description:
Read and understand engineering drawings
Adhere to technical specifications
Self-inspection of welds following initial training
Requirements:
The ideal candidate will be apprentice trained; time served with City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in welding.
Previous welding experience in thin gauge Aluminium, Inconel or Stainless Steel
Good team member
Ability to communicate with colleagues
Willingness to be flexible and adaptable
Must have worked within the aerospace sector
37 hours standard hours, with regular overtime available once test pieces have been assessed and passed. Overtime is paid at enhanced weekday and weekend rates.
The roles can last up to for multiple years, with the opportunity to convert onto a permanent contract possible at certain junctures.
If this sounds like you, and you have aerospace experience please reply to this advert with an updated copy of your CV or call for more details.
Inside Right Ltd is acting as a recruitment business on behalf of a client.
Whilst we attempt to offer feedback to all applicants, sometimes, due to the sheer volume of applications we receive, this is impossible to do. Therefore, if you haven't heard back from us within two weeks of applying, on this occasion, you may have been unsuccessful.
This position may involve access to export controlled information and hardware where an export license would be required for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. xgikmsk Employment will be subject to satisfactory security checks, export license approval, and, if required completion of a non-disclosure agreement.
Skills Required
Aerospace
team player
skilled welder
experience of welding thin gauge material
welding
Qualifications Required
City & Guilds qualification or equivalent
Keywords
Aerospace
Skilled Welder
Aluminium
Stainless
city & guilds
team player
Weld
TIG
Coded
A prestigious manufacturing business in the West Midlands is looking for Skilled TIG Aluminium Welders who are flexible to work rotating shifts.
Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap.
Please do not apply unless you're an Aerospace TIG welder. Aerospace TIG welders are the only candidates who will be considered based on the client's requirements.
The role involves thin wall welding of stainless steel, Inconel and aluminium, so, you must have experience working with these materials. Experience in welding thin gauge material is essential.
Job Description:
Read and understand engineering drawings
Adhere to technical specifications
Self-inspection of welds following initial training
Requirements:
The ideal candidate will be apprentice trained; time served with City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in welding.
Previous welding experience in thin gauge Aluminium, Inconel or Stainless Steel
Good team member
Ability to communicate with colleagues
Willingness to be flexible and adaptable
Must have worked within the aerospace sector
37 hours standard hours, with regular overtime available once test pieces have been assessed and passed. Overtime is paid at enhanced weekday and weekend rates.
The roles can last up to for multiple years, with the opportunity to convert onto a permanent contract possible at certain junctures.
If this sounds like you, and you have aerospace experience please reply to this advert with an updated copy of your CV or call for more details.
Inside Right Ltd is acting as a recruitment business on behalf of a client.
Whilst we attempt to offer feedback to all applicants, sometimes, due to the sheer volume of applications we receive, this is impossible to do. Therefore, if you haven't heard back from us within two weeks of applying, on this occasion, you may have been unsuccessful.
This position may involve access to export controlled information and hardware where an export license would be required for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. xgikmsk Employment will be subject to satisfactory security checks, export license approval, and, if required completion of a non-disclosure agreement.
Skills Required
Aerospace
team player
skilled welder
experience of welding thin gauge material
welding
Qualifications Required
City & Guilds qualification or equivalent
Keywords
Aerospace
Skilled Welder
Aluminium
Stainless
city & guilds
team player
Weld
TIG
Coded
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the National Living Wage rate for welders in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
The National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour as of 1 April 2026 according to the Department for Business and Trade. Welders must receive this rate for all hours worked including overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 40 hours per week. Employers in construction must also pay at least £35,000 annual equivalent for sponsored roles under the Skilled Worker visa route.
What visa sponsorship requirements apply to non-UK welders seeking jobs in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Non-UK welders require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed employer with a valid Certificate of Sponsorship issued after 6 April 2026. The role must meet the £38,700 minimum salary threshold or the going rate for welders of £18.50 per hour whichever is higher. Applicants must also hold at least B1 English language certification and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge of £1,035 per year.
What qualifications and experience are required to work as a welder in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Welders must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Welding or equivalent plus a valid CSCS card at blue skilled worker level. A minimum of 2 years documented experience in MIG TIG or arc welding processes is required for most construction sites. Employers must verify qualifications through the UK NARIC service before offering employment.
What are the legal working hours and annual leave entitlements for welders in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Welders are limited to an average of 48 hours per week over a 17-week reference period under the Working Time Regulations 1998. Full-time welders receive 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays equating to 28 days for a 5-day week. Night shift welders must receive an additional £2.50 per hour allowance and health assessments every 2 years.
