Welder/Fitter

We are looking for an experienced Welder / Fitter to join our team in Montrose, supporting the repair, refurbishment and maintenance of equipment used in the energy industry.

This is a dual-skilled position combining professional welding with practical mechanical fitting. You'll work on components that must meet demanding engineering, safety and quality standards, carrying out welding and repair activities in accordance with approved procedures and technical specifications.

You'll also support mechanical repair operations, including dismantling, inspection, fitting and assembly of equipment. Working across welding and mechanical activities according to operational requirements, you'll contribute to the safe, efficient delivery of customer repair and refurbishment work.

You'll join an established workshop team, working a 40-hour week over four and a half days, with an early finish on Fridays and opportunities for overtime.

Diversity & Inclusion

At NOV, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity in all its forms and believe different perspectives strengthen our teams, drive innovation, and contribute to our success. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Essential

• Demonstrable professional welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, maintenance or industrial repair environment.
• Practical experience with welding processes including SMAW (Stick), GTAW (TIG), GMAW (MIG/MAG) and SAW (Submerged Arc Welding).
• Practical mechanical fitting experience, including dismantling, repair, fitting or assembly of mechanical components and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, welding procedures and mechanical repair instructions.
• Good understanding of welding techniques, mechanical fitting practices, inspection requirements and safe workshop operations.
• Ability to produce consistent, high-quality welds and carry out mechanical fitting tasks to the required technical and quality standards.
• Willingness and ability to complete NOV-specific welding qualifications and procedure approvals.

Desirable

• A recognised apprenticeship, vocational qualification or equivalent technical training in Welding, Fabrication, Mechanical Engineering or Fitting.
• Previous welding qualifications or coded welding approvals.
• Experience in weld repairs, hardfacing, cladding or specialist welding applications.
• Experience in the repair and refurbishment of industrial equipment, heavy machinery or mechanical assemblies.
• Background in agricultural machinery, heavy equipment, industrial maintenance, oil and gas or similar environments involving both welding and mechanical fitting.

Selection Process

As part of the selection process, candidates may be invited to complete a practical welding assessment to demonstrate their skills and experience.

• Perform welding and fabrication activities using approved procedures, including Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW/Stick), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG/MAG) and Submerged Arc Welding (SAW), as appropriate to the work.
• Carry out weld repairs, weld build-up, hardfacing and cladding activities in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications and approved welding procedures.
• Prepare, fit and weld components, ensuring correct materials, consumables and welding parameters are used to achieve the required quality standards.
• Dismantle, inspect, repair, fit and assemble mechanical components and equipment using appropriate hand tools, power tools and workshop machinery.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, repair procedures and technical documentation to carry out welding and mechanical fitting activities accurately.
• Measure and inspect components to verify dimensions, alignment, fit and tolerances, identifying defects or deviations and reporting non-conformances.
• Maintain accurate welding, inspection, production and material traceability records in accordance with NOV quality procedures.
• Work flexibly across the Welding and Fitting Departments, collaborating with colleagues and supervisors to complete repair and refurbishment work safely, efficiently and to the required standards.