Cities
Production Welder
Company
Travail Employment Group
Location
Sheffield
Salary
£12.72–£15.23 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Indeed
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.
INDSL
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.
INDSL
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.
