Tig Welder

Tig Welder

Manchester, United Kingdom

Company
A5 Recruitment
Location
Manchester
Job Type
Internship
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via BeBee

Job Description
Fabricator / Welder (TIG) Eccles, Manchester | £18.00 per hour | Days, Monday – Friday

Job Type: Temporary A5 Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business for this vacancy.

Rate of Pay: £18.00 per hour — holiday pay is accrued separately in line with current statutory legislation Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm, with overtime available as required About the Company

Our client is one of the UK's leading suppliers of architectural sheet metal work, manufacturing fabricated structures and panel systems for key customers across the country. A long-standing business currently upgrading its facility, they've invested in modern CNC machinery and are continuing to invest to remain a key supplier in their field. The Role An opportunity for a time-served, apprentice-trained engineer — or an experienced fabricator/welder — to join a busy fabrication team in Eccles.

Steel fabrication work using aluminium, Plastisol and other specialised materials Producing fabrications from pre-cut sections and in-house sources TIG and MIG welding on material thicknesses of 0.7 – 5mm Working from engineering drawings to defined tolerances, self-certifying in line with ISO requirements General maintenance activities as required What You'll Need You must have the legal right to work in the UK * Experience in steel fabrication and ...
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United Kingdom

Q What is the minimum hourly rate for welders in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per the UK Government, the National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.50 per hour as of 1 April 2026, applying directly to welder roles. Overtime rates must be at least 1.5 times this base for hours exceeding 40 per week under standard contracts. Employers must display this rate on payslips from that date.
Q What visa is required for non-UK welders to work in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per the UK Government, non-UK welders need a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed employer with a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for welders, whichever is higher, from January 2026. The visa lasts up to 5 years and requires a Certificate of Sponsorship issued after 6 April 2026 rules. Applicants must score 70 points including English language at B1 level.
Q What qualifications are needed to qualify for welder jobs in the United Kingdom?
As per the UK Government, welders must hold at least an NVQ Level 2 in Welding or equivalent plus a valid CSCS card to work on construction sites from 2026. Three years of documented experience is required for most employer-sponsored roles under immigration rules. Additional certification such as BS EN ISO 9606-1 is mandatory for pressure vessel work.
Q What documents are required when applying for welder positions in the United Kingdom?
As per the UK Government, applicants must provide a valid passport, proof of qualifications such as NVQ certificates, and a CSCS card when applying for welder roles in 2026. For sponsored positions, a Certificate of Sponsorship reference number is mandatory before visa application. Right to work checks require original documents presented in person within 3 months of start date.
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