Cities
Foundry Welder
Sheffield, United KingdomCompany
Elevation Recruitment
Location
Sheffield
Salary
£15 an hour
Posted
15 days ago
Via
via Totaljobs
Job Description
Elevation Recruitment Group is working with a well-established castings business in Sheffield, seeking an experienced Foundry Welder to join their team.
Role Overview:
As a Foundry Welder, you will be responsible for repairing and finishing cast metal components, ensuring they meet strict quality and industry standards. You’ll work within a skilled team, using various welding techniques to refine and perfect metal castings.
Shift Pattern:
4-day working week (Monday to Thursday)
Hours: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM (35-hour average week)
Hourly Rate: £15.00ph
Key Responsibilities:
• Carry out welding repairs on cast components using TIG, MIG, and MMA welding techniques
• Inspect, grind, and finish castings to required specifications
• Work from engineering drawings and follow strict quality control procedures
• Ensure all work meets health & safety and industry regulations
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the welding and finishing team
Key Requirements:
• Proven experience as a Castings Welder or similar role
• Strong TIG, MIG, or MMA welding skills, ideally within a foundry or heavy engineering environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Keen eye for detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship
• Team player with a proactive attitude
Benefits:
• 4-day working week – long weekends, every week!
• Competitive salary + company benefits
• Secure and well-established business with a strong order book
• Great working environment with a supportive team
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Castings Welder to join a leading Sheffield-based castings manufacturer and enjoy the benefits of a 4-day working week.
Apply today! Or contact Elevation Recruitment Group for more information.
Role Overview:
As a Foundry Welder, you will be responsible for repairing and finishing cast metal components, ensuring they meet strict quality and industry standards. You’ll work within a skilled team, using various welding techniques to refine and perfect metal castings.
Shift Pattern:
4-day working week (Monday to Thursday)
Hours: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM (35-hour average week)
Hourly Rate: £15.00ph
Key Responsibilities:
• Carry out welding repairs on cast components using TIG, MIG, and MMA welding techniques
• Inspect, grind, and finish castings to required specifications
• Work from engineering drawings and follow strict quality control procedures
• Ensure all work meets health & safety and industry regulations
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the welding and finishing team
Key Requirements:
• Proven experience as a Castings Welder or similar role
• Strong TIG, MIG, or MMA welding skills, ideally within a foundry or heavy engineering environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Keen eye for detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship
• Team player with a proactive attitude
Benefits:
• 4-day working week – long weekends, every week!
• Competitive salary + company benefits
• Secure and well-established business with a strong order book
• Great working environment with a supportive team
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Castings Welder to join a leading Sheffield-based castings manufacturer and enjoy the benefits of a 4-day working week.
Apply today! Or contact Elevation Recruitment Group for more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United Kingdom
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.
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.
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.
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.
