Multi-Skilled Coded Welder & Plater (MIG/MAG, FCAW & TIG)
Job Title: Multi-Skilled Coded Welder & Plater
Location: Bridgend, South Wales, United Kingdom
Employment Type: 12 Week Fixed Term Contract, 50 hours per week
Join a Business Where We’re Making Stuff That Matters
At LTi Vessco, we’re proud to manufacture bespoke pressure vessels and engineered fabrications that support some of the world’s most demanding industries. Our work plays a vital role in sectors where safety, quality and reliability are critical, including Nuclear, Energy, Oil & Gas and Industrial manufacturing.
As part of the wider LTi Group, we’re a people-focused engineering business built on strong values, long-term relationships and pride in what we produce. We believe our people are the foundation of our success, and we’re committed to creating an environment where skilled professionals can develop, thrive and take pride in their work.
As our business continues to grow, we’re looking for experienced Multi-Skilled Coded Welders & Platers to join our established production team in Bridgend.
Why Join LTi Vessco?
Working with us means becoming part of a business that genuinely values its people and invests in their future.
We offer:
- A supportive and people-focused working environment
- Stable work within highly regulated, safety-critical industries
- The opportunity to work on bespoke, technically challenging engineering projects
- A business that values quality, craftsmanship and continuous improvement
- A team where your skills, experience and contribution are genuinely recognised
Our Values
Everything we do is underpinned by our values:
Responsible – Working safely, ethically and with integrity.
Collaborative – Supporting one another and working together with trust and respect.
Progressive – Continuously improving, developing our people and investing in our capabilities.
Overview
We are seeking experienced and highly skilled welders & platers to join our fabrication and manufacturing team. Successful candidates will be capable of welding carbon steel and stainless-steel components using a range of welding processes, including MIG/MAG (135), Flux-Cored Arc Welding (136), and TIG (141).
The role will involve the fabrication and welding of precision components and specialist stainless-steel assemblies to a high standard of quality and safety. The required weld tests include carbon steel plate welding, stainless steel plate welding, and 6G stainless steel pipe welding.
Key Responsibilities
Perform welding using:
- MAG/MIG (Process 135)
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding (Process 136)
- TIG Welding (Process 141)
- Weld carbon steel and stainless-steel components to engineering drawings and welding procedures.
- Complete butt welds, fillet welds and pipe welds to a coded standard.
- Carry out stainless steel pipe welding in the 6G position.
- Prepare materials, fit-up assemblies and ensure joint preparation is completed correctly.
- Read and interpret fabrication drawings, welding symbols and technical specifications.
- Conduct visual inspection of completed welds and rectify defects where necessary.
- Work safely in accordance with company Health & Safety procedures.
- Maintain high standards of workmanship and quality throughout production.
Essential Skills & Experience
Candidates must have experience with:
| Welding Processes 135 MAG (MIG/MAG) Welding 136 Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) 141 TIG Welding | Material Experience Carbon Steel Stainless Steel |
| Welding Positions PA (Flat) PB (Horizontal Fillet) PF (Vertical Up) 6G Pipe Position | Technical Skills Pipe welding and fabrication Stainless steel welding and purging techniques Blueprint and drawing interpretation Measuring and inspection techniques Use of fabrication tools and workshop equipment |
Preferred Qualifications
- Current or previous ISO 9606 and/or ASME coded welding qualifications.
Experience within one or more of the following industries would be advantageous:
- Oil & Gas / Power Generation / Process Plant / Pharmaceutical / Food & Beverage / Data Centres / Heavy Engineering
Weld Test Requirements
Applicants should be capable of completing the following practical weld tests:
| Carbon Steel Butt Plate 135 (MAG) Root Pass136 (FCAW) Fill and Cap | Carbon Steel Fillet Plate 135 & 136 Process |
| Stainless Steel Plate 141 (TIG) & 135 (MAG) | 3″ Stainless Steel Pipe 141 (TIG) 6G Position Purged Root Welds |
Personal Attributes
- Strong attention to detail
- Quality-focused mindset
- Reliable and punctual
- Able to work independently and within a team
- Positive attitude towards safety and continuous improvement
Ideal Candidate Summary
An experienced coded welder with proven MIG/MAG (135), FCAW (136) and TIG (141) capability, able to weld both carbon steel and stainless-steel plate and pipework, including high-quality 6G stainless steel pipe welds.
You will take pride in producing high-quality workmanship, enjoy working as part of a collaborative team and be committed to maintaining the high standards our customers expect.
Join Our Team
If you’re looking to join a business where your work matters, your development is supported and your contribution is genuinely valued, we’d love to hear from you.
Join LTi Vessco and help us continue Making Stuff That Matters.