Welder (Nights) in Sunderland, Tyne & Wear

Location

Location not specified

Employment Type

Full-time

Required Skills & Certifications

MIG Welding
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Posted on September 24, 2026

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced MIG Welder to join our production team, specialising in the fabrication of excavator buckets and heavy-duty attachments. You’ll be working with mild steel, carrying out multi-run MIG welds, and producing robust, high-quality components built to withstand tough environments.

Key Responsibilities:

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MIG welding (multi-run) on mild steel plate and structural components

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Reading and working from engineering drawings

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Operating workshop machinery, tools, and equipment safely

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Ensuring all welds meet quality and safety standards

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Working as part of a team to meet production deadlines

Requirements:

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Proven MIG welding experience (preferably in heavy fabrication)

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Strong ability to carry out multi-pass runs on mild steel

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Competent in reading fabrication/engineering drawings

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Good attention to detail and commitment to quality

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Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Shifts and Pay Rates

Shifts are Monday to Thursday nightshifs starting at 9pm. Paid for 10 hours daily. Overtime available before/after shifts.

  • Basic 40 hours = £15.22 (+£24.00 per shift Night Allowance)
  • 41-45 hours = £19.52
  • 45+ = £21.96
  • £20 nights allowance per shift.

If you're interested in a role that will see you clocking 40 hours a week, press apply now

How this job compares

What you'll be running

This posting calls for MIG. MIG (GMAW) feeds a continuous wire electrode through a shielding-gas nozzle. It lays down metal fast and is forgiving on clean material, which is why it dominates production and light fabrication work.

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