Welding Supervisor

Job Description

PERMANENT/FULL TIME ROLE

Oversee welding operations and ensure projects are delivered on time and to specification. Lead and develop the welding team, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Health & Safety

• Implement hot work protocols, confined space entry procedures, and manual handling safety.
• Conduct pre-job briefs, risk assessments, and toolbox talks tailored to welding tasks.
• Monitor welding environments for compliance and intervene when safety is at risk.

Quality

• Ensure strict adherence to Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Inspection Test Plans (ITP), and Project Quality Plans.
• Perform in-process checks: alignment, fit-up, bevel angles, root gaps.
• Oversee preheat, interpass, and post-weld heat treatment (PWHT) requirements.
• Liaise with QA/QC for inspections and maintain welding documentation (e.g., welding logs, NDT reports).
•  Lead root cause analysis for weld defects and implement corrective actions.

Technical/Operations

• Provide expertise in welding techniques (e.g., MIG, TIG, SMAW).
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of welding equipment and consumables.
• Track project hours and ensure timely delivery.
• Identify operational risks and escalate when necessary.

People Management

• Manage team performance, absence, and development.
• Support recruitment and onboarding of welders.
•  Deliver toolbox talks and performance reviews.
• Handle disciplinary and grievance procedures where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or advanced qualification in welding or fabrication engineering.
• Previous supervisory experience

Additional Information

***Please note as part of the onboarding process all candidates will need to complete BPSS security clearance***

We are an Opening Doors employer, committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. Our approach, shaped by our values of service, trust, excellence, agility, dedication, and you, we focus on removing barriers and recognising potential. We are committed to fairness at every stage, including providing reasonable adjustments and actively working to eliminate discrimination.

We believe talent is everywhere, and by widening access to opportunity and welcoming diverse experiences, we aim to create a workplace where every person feels valued and has an equal chance.

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at [email protected] and one of the team will be in contact to help you.