Welder Jobs

Welding jobs offer exciting opportunities across a range of industries, from construction and civil engineering to manufacturing and fabrication. Welders are highly skilled tradespeople who work with metal materials using advanced tools and techniques to build, repair, and maintain vital structures.

At Stafffinders, we work with top employers across Scotland and the UK to connect experienced welders and apprentices with rewarding opportunities in this essential trade.

What Does a Welder Do?

Welders work with a range of metal materials, using various techniques to create and repair structures, components, and machinery. Each project demands precision, skill, and a deep understanding of both tools and materials. Typical responsibilities include:

• Operating and maintaining specialised welding machinery and tools

• Reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and plans to meet design specifications

• Fusing metal components together using different welding techniques, such as MIG, TIG, Arc, and Stick Welding

• Inspecting and testing completed welds for quality and structural integrity

• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards

• Working closely with engineers, fabricators, and production teams to meet project deadlines

Depending on the project, welders may work on-site at construction locations, in workshops, or within large manufacturing facilities. Welders are  also essential across multiple sectors, including: Construction and Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Engineering, Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering, Oil and Gas, and Automotive and Aerospace.

This diversity makes welding a versatile and rewarding career path with opportunities for long-term growth.

Skills and Qualifications

To secure a Welding job in the UK, you’ll need a strong technical understanding of metalwork, attention to detail, and excellent hand-eye coordination.

Key Skills:

• Proficiency in various welding techniques (MIG, TIG, Arc, etc.)

• Strong manual dexterity and physical stamina

• Good concentration and attention to detail

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills

• In-depth understanding of health and safety regulations

Training and Certification:

Most welders enter the trade through apprenticeships or vocational training programmes such as: NVQ/SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Fabrication and Welding Engineering, City & Guilds Diploma in Welding Techniques and Skills, or Apprenticeships in Welding and Fabrication

Additional certifications in specific welding methods or safety standards can boost employability and open doors to higher-paying roles.

Welding offers a stable and fulfilling career for those who enjoy practical, hands-on work and technical precision. Skilled welders are in constant demand across the UK, particularly as industries invest in infrastructure, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing. It’s also a trade with clear routes for progression, from Welder to Fabricator, Welding Supervisor, or Engineering Technician, and opportunities to specialise in high-precision or safety-critical sectors.

Browse our latest Welding jobs and take the next step in your engineering or construction career today.