Welder
Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
Hours: Monday–Friday, 06:00–14:15
Pay: £17–£19 per hour DOE + overtime at 1.5x
Type: Permanent
Why join our client
Our client is a well-established UK contract manufacturer working with a range of British businesses. They offer stable, onshore production, a supportive culture and long-term opportunities for skilled welders who take pride in quality workmanship.
The role
This is a day shift position within a busy production environment, focusing primarily on high-quality TIG welding of thin gauge materials, alongside MIG welding and light fabrication work.
Key responsibilities
• TIG welding on thin gauge materials (approx. 0.9mm–10mm)
• Working with mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium
• MIG welding and basic fabrication tasks
• Reading and working from engineering drawings
• Carrying out self-inspection and quality checks
• Communicating progress and any issues to the Day Shift Team
Leader
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area
Skills and experience required
• At least 5 years’ TIG welding experience on thin gauge materials
• Confident MIG welding ability
• Able to read and understand technical drawings
• High attention to detail
• Reliable team player with good communication skills
Desirable (not essential)
• Aluminium TIG welding certification or experience
• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication
What’s on offer
• Competitive hourly rate with overtime paid at 1.5x
• Permanent role following probation
• 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Pension, profit share, private healthcare and wellbeing benefits
• Training, development and genuine career progression
Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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Salary description
£17.00 - £19.00 per hour