Welder

Job description

Job Title Welder

Location Glasgow, United Kingdom

Salary & Shifts Range of payrates based on shifts, full breakdown below

Qualifications SVQ level 3 or equivalent and a modern apprenticeship

Introduction - What’s special about us?

Our partner, BAE Systems, are seeking experienced Welders to join their growing team in Glasgow on a 12-month contract, offering competitive rates for both locals and those willing to commute from further afield.

As part of a specialist team, you’ll be working on the latest generation of naval frigates, the Type 26.

If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity, reply to this email!

What will I be doing?

BAE Systems are looking for a talented Welder to join their team and make your mark in both shop and ship environments.

Welders are qualified to weld different materials ranging from carbon steel to Aluminium across all welding positions. This will include the use of automated/mechanised welding equipment to improve quality where possible.

Located in areas from on ship to fabrication shed to smaller areas such as the steel outfit ship. You will assist in the ships construction by welding smaller sub-assemblies & piece parts to larger tasks such as block link up butts and seams.

You must have thorough comprehension of the SHE Processes and Policies. This includes the use of appropriate extraction & ventilation as well as PPE & RPE. After each job is complete, a thorough quality check is done to ensure the business requirements and high standards are met.

Rates:

Glasgow Local Trade Rates (Inside 39 miles)

PAYE

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Glasgow shift patterns

Hourly Rate

Hourly Holiday accrual or paid in advance

Total hourly rate inclusive of holiday

Standard shift

£20.80

£3.02

£23.82

Weekend & Nightshift

£27.66

£4.02

£31.68

Weekday & Saturday overtime

£33.79(Inclusive of holiday)

£33.79

Sunday overtime

£45.05(Inclusive of holiday)

£45.05

Glasgow Non-local Trade Rates (Outside 39 miles)

PAYE

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Glasgow shift patterns

Hourly Rate

Hourly Holiday accrual or paid in advance

Total hourly rate inclusive of holiday

Standard shift

£28.80

£4.19

£32.99

Weekend & Nightshift

£35.66

£5.19

£40.85

Weekday & Saturday overtime

£33.79(Inclusive of holiday)

£33.79

Sunday overtime

£45.05(Inclusive of holiday)

£45.05

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Glasgow

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

12-08-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English