Welder – Glasgow & Scotstoun (Onsite)

About the role

BAE Systems is seeking an experienced welder to join the shipbuilding team delivering Type 26 frigates. You will work onsite in Glasgow, Govan and Scotstoun, applying a range of welding processes to carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminium.

Key responsibilities

• Perform MMA, MAG, MIG, FCAW, Submerged Arc and BUG‑O welding on structural components.
• Produce high‑quality butt and fillet welds, including ceramic‑tile welding within FCAW/MAG processes.
• Self‑verify all welds to ensure compliance with visual and NDE standards.
• Maintain strict SHE practices and effective fume‑control measures.

Required profile

• Modern Apprenticeship (Trade Papers) and relevant mechanical qualifications (SVQ3, City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Experience with ceramic‑tile welding, Flux‑Cored Arc Welding, Metal‑Cored Arc Welding and associated equipment.
• Proven ability to weld carbon‑steel 4‑15 mm thickness and MIG aluminium.
• Understanding of SHE requirements and risk‑assessment principles.
• Background in maritime, construction, manufacturing or similar environments.

Required skills

• MMA welding
• MAG welding
• MIG welding
• FCAW
• Submerged Arc welding
• BUG‑O welding
• Ceramic‑tile welding
• Flux‑Cored Arc Welding
• Metal‑Cored Arc Welding
• NDE examination
• SVQ3 qualification
• City & Guilds or equivalent

What we offer

• Salary £40,016 per annum plus a 33% shift allowance where applicable.
• Shift patterns covering days, nights and weekends.
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge naval vessels within a skilled team of 6‑12.
• Career development in a global defence and aerospace environment.