Job Description

Vacancy Summary

At Severfield, we're creating

better ways

to build for a world of changing demands.



We have a fantastic opportunity for a Responsible Welding Coordinator .



Our competitive advantage is our people, and we're always looking for talented individuals to join us as we continue to transform skylines across the UK & Europe. A career at Severfield presents the opportunity for you to develop, grow, and to feel part of something special, after all, we are all in it

together

!



Our Commercial & Industrial division designs, fabricates and constructs structural steelwork for a variety of different sectors including commercial offices, stadia & leisure, industrial & distribution, data centres, retail and health and education.



The division has manufacturing sites in three locations: Dalton, Lostock, and Enniskillen. Each has full-service capabilities and modern manufacturing processes enabling us to provide a high-quality product to a variety of different sectors. Each of our sites has its own strong reputation in the market and between them cover a wider geographical area, including Europe. They continue to set the

bar high

in their highly complex market!

Vacancy Details

In the Resp. Welding Coordinator position you will take the lead on all welding-related quality and compliance activities within our structural steel manufacturing operations. From producing weld plans and coordinating NDT and QC processes to managing welding qualifications and resolving complex non-conformances, you'll ensure every weld meets the highest standards.



Key Responsibilities:


Responsible for welding procedure qualification records (WPQRS) on material before welding. If not qualified for grade of material then review metallurgy and run trial tests organising third parties to witness tests. Produce Weld Plans Coordinate activities of NDT. Coordinate QC activities. Ensure that everyone is qualified in line with welding regulations. Deal with more complex non-conformances i.e. crack in weld, lack of fusion etc Investigate and follow rectification procedure for more complex non-conformances. Work with NDT and Production Manager to develop a solution. Maintain welding qualification records. Sign off NCRs. Complete a review for new projects looking at materials, position of weld and type of weld. Attend Technical Reviews. Complete paperwork for Traceability and special customer requirements.

Key Skills & experience

The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of the main welding processes typically used for structural applications within heavy engineering environments. They must have an International Welding Specialist (IWS) qualification.



You'll also


Be familiar with national and international codes and specifications required within a heavy engineering environment. They will come from a quality background and understand Quality Systems and Standards, from a technical or engineering related background, with knowledge or welding/fabrication/metals. Have or be able to achieve Responsible Welding Co-Ordinator (RWC) accreditation. You will hold health and safety to the highest regard and focused on ensuring delivery on cost and quality targets. Desirable to have Knowledge of EN1090-2, NHSS Series 1800

What We Offer

At Severfield, we're all about doing the right thing, so as you'd expect, we offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.



We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets to apply. We value the unique perspectives that come from different life experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, religion, or faith. At Severfield, we believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success, and we are eager to hear from all who want to contribute to our dynamic workplace.



We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don't delay in submitting your application.



We look forward to receiving your application!



Recruitment agencies - Please note that we kindly request no contact from recruitment agencies or third-party providers regarding this role. We genuinely appreciate your interest but are currently managing our hiring process in-house.

About Us

Severfield is the largest structural steelwork Group in the UK and among the biggest in Europe. We have been involved in the UK's highest profile structural steel projects and we have the design and engineering capabilities to deliver the UK's largest, most complex projects.



Today, with multiple sites in the UK, Europe, and our joint venture in India, we have an annual capacity to produce around 300,000 tonnes of fabricated steelwork.

Please click on the image below to watch our capabilities video on YouTube.

Acting on behalf of our clients, our project portfolio includes world-class stadia, bridges, national infrastructure, as well as shaping city skylines across the UK and further afield.

Benefits

Looking after our employees means both their physical and mental wellbeing. We're proud to offer a range of benefits including:



25 days holiday




7% employer pension contributions




Employee assistance programme (EAP)




Employee benefits scheme




Cycle to work scheme




Save as you earn




Free onsite parking (role specific)




Business health insurance






Job Reference: SUKIE00411