Job Description

Job Title: Coded MMA Welder (Plate Work New Build Industrial Site)
Location: Cheshire
Rate:
First 8 hours Monday to Friday - 324.00 per hour
Over 8 hours Monday to Friday 326.00 per hour
Weekends - 329.50 per hour
Duration: 4-6 months
Hours: 10 hours per day Monday to Friday // 8 hours Sunday
Job Overview:
We are currently recruiting for a Coded MMA Welder to join a new build industrial site project. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing high-quality manual metal arc (MMA) welding on heavy plate work, adhering to project specifications, safety standards, and welding procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform coded MMA welding on carbon steel plate, structural steelwork, or fabricated assemblies.
Carry out multi-pass welds on fillet and butt joints in varying positions (including vertical and overhead).
Read and interpret technical drawings, welding procedures, and fabrication schematics.
Conduct welding to coded standards (BS EN ISO 9606 or equivalent).
Work to tight tolerances and high standards of weld quality with minimal supervision.
Ensure all welding equipment is properly maintained and safe to operate.
Follow all site health & safety procedures and permit systems.
Participate in toolbox talks and safety briefings as required.
Requirements:
Valid coded MMA welding qualification (e.g., BS EN ISO 9606-1 111).
Proven experience in heavy plate welding on industrial or construction projects.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and weld maps.
Strong understanding of welding symbols, tolerances, and procedures.
CSCS or CCNSG Safety Passport (required).
Experience working on industrial new builds such as power plants, refineries, or manufacturing facilities (preferred).
Own PPE and welding equipment (if not provided).
Desirable:
Additional welding codes (TIG, FCAW, etc.).
IPAF or PASMA certification.
Experience with overhead crane use or heavy lifting. '