Welder

BAE Systems · Not specified, Barrow-in-Furness

Welder at BAE Systems, based in Not specified, Barrow-in-Furness, paying £24.12 - £51.25 per hour. This is a contract role.

Salary
£24.12 - £51.25 per hour
Location
Not specified, Barrow-in-Furness
Contract
Contract
Posted
3 weeks ago
Closes
11 Aug 2026

Reference https://www.morson.com/jobs/aerospace-and-defence/contract/barrow-in-furness/wel

About the role

Morson are recruiting Welders on behalf of our prestigious defence client, for a 12-month initial contract, on site in Barrow-In-Furness (Cumbria). We are currently taking on application for anyone interested. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industrySalary:Local contractors:3 on 4 off PAYE: £24.12 (excluding holiday pay per hour) UMBRELLA: £32.21Overtime: £30.15 - £50.98Travelling contractors:3 on 4 off PAYE: £32.12 (excluding holiday pay per hour) UMBRELLA: £43.07Overtime: 30.15 - £51.25Job Description:Welding different materials (carbon & stainless steel & aluminium)Welding using different welding processes i.e., Manual Metal Arc, Metal Active Gas, Metal Inert Gas, Automatic & Semi-Automatic Machine Welding (Submerged – Arc & KAT) & Resistance Welding (Stud Welding)Welding butts and fillets to a high standardMain process – FCAW / MAG – using ceramic tilesSelf-verification on all weldsAdhering to all SHE related standards associated with welding, including fume controlYour Skills and requirements:Modern Apprenticeship certificate also known as Trade Papers (you will be required to provide papers)Ceramic Tile Welding KnowledgeKnowledge and experience in Welding and use of associated equipmentFlux core arc welding experienceDeposit welds that pass both visual and NDE examinationsMaterials experience of welding carbon steel thickness 4-10mm rangeClear understanding of SHE and Risk Assessment awarenessBackground in major construction / manufacturing environmentWelding with MCAW consumablesWelding aluminium with MIG processWelding with automated equipmentBenefits:- Favourable 3-on-4-off shift pattern (37 hour standard week)- Build your portfolio by working on advanced defence project- Opportunities to go permanent- Provide security for our country and allies for decades to come Full rate card available on request. Interested applicants who pass the screening call with the hiring manager will need to attend a trade test (usually 2 days). Candidates will be offered the position based on the trade test results.Successful candidates will be required to gain security clearance before eligible to start on site (we will help you with all paperwork)If interested, please send me your Cv and apprenitceship papers: [email removed]

Reference: https://www.morson.com/jobs/aerospace-and-defence/contract/barrow-in-furness/wel · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 11 Aug 2026 · Listed via BAE Systems

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