Welder – £40,016 + Shift Allowance, Full‑time

About the role

BAE Systems is seeking an experienced welder to join its shipbuilding team in Glasgow. The role involves producing high‑quality welds for naval vessels, including the Type 26 frigate programme, on a full‑time basis.

Key responsibilities

• Weld carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminium using MMA, MAG, MIG, FCAW and automatic/semi‑automatic processes such as Submerged Arc and BUG‑O.
• Produce butt and fillet welds, including work with ceramic tiles in FCAW/MAG processes.
• Carry out self‑verification of welds to ensure compliance with visual and NDE standards.
• Follow safe working practices, adhering to SHE requirements and applying effective fume‑control measures.

Required profile

• Modern Apprenticeship certificate (Trade Papers) and relevant mechanical qualifications (SVQ3, City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Experience in ceramic‑tile welding, Flux‑Cored Arc Welding, Metal‑Cored Arc Welding and associated equipment.
• Proven ability to produce welds that meet visual and NDE examination standards.
• Background in maritime, construction, manufacturing or similar environments, including MIG aluminium welding and automated welding systems.

Required skills

• MMA welding
• MAG welding
• MIG welding
• FCAW welding
• Submerged Arc welding
• BUG‑O welding
• Ceramic‑tile welding
• Flux‑Cored Arc Welding
• Metal‑Cored Arc Welding
• MIG aluminium welding
• Automated welding systems

What we offer

• Base salary of £40,016 per annum
• 33% shift allowance where applicable
• Shift patterns covering days, nights and weekends
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge naval ship projects