Welding Technician - Mechanical Repair

We are looking for an experienced Welding Technician – Mechanical Repair to join our team in Montrose, supporting the repair and refurbishment of critical equipment used in the energy industry.

This is a hands-on welding position where precision, technical competence and attention to quality are essential. You'll work on components that must meet demanding engineering and inspection requirements, using approved welding procedures to deliver safe, reliable repairs.

While welding experience is the primary requirement, the role also offers variety through opportunities to support mechanical dismantling, inspection, fitting and assembly activities when required. You'll work alongside experienced welding and mechanical colleagues, contributing to the safe and efficient completion of customer repair work.

You'll join an established welding 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).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, welding procedures and technical instructions.
• Good understanding of weld preparation, welding techniques, quality requirements and safe working practices.
• Ability to produce consistent, high-quality welds in accordance with approved welding procedures and technical specifications.
• Willingness and ability to complete NOV-specific welding qualifications and procedure approvals.

Desirable

• A recognised welding or fabrication apprenticeship, vocational qualification or equivalent technical training.
• Previous welding qualifications or coded welding approvals.
• Experience in weld repairs, hardfacing, cladding or specialist welding applications.
• Experience working with mechanical equipment, including dismantling, fitting, assembly or refurbishment.
• Background in agricultural machinery, heavy equipment, industrial maintenance or similar environments involving both welding and mechanical work.
• Mechanical fitting or engineering qualifications, or practical experience supporting mechanical repair activities.

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 welding 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 specifications and applicable qualifications.
• Prepare and weld components using engineering drawings, welding symbols, technical specifications and work instructions.
• Ensure weld quality by following approved procedures, selecting appropriate materials and consumables, and maintaining required welding parameters.
• Inspect completed welds visually, identify potential defects and support corrective actions to maintain required quality standards.
• Contribute to the repair and refurbishment of mechanical equipment, assisting with dismantling, fitting, assembly and inspection activities when required.
• Maintain accurate welding, inspection and material traceability records in accordance with NOV quality procedures.
• Work closely with welding colleagues, mechanical technicians and supervisors to complete work safely, efficiently and to the required standard.