Construction - Fitter/Welder - Northern Ireland.

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The main duties and responsibilities of the Fitter / Welder are outlined as follows:

• Work as part of a team in the delivery of one or more projects at any one time, embracing the ethos of a “one team” culture.
• Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental standards, policies and procedures always adhere.
• Review of design stage mechanical drawings and P&ID in order to validate designs, familiarise with the project, and spot issues before they arise.
• Provide input and feedback on design in order to contribute to DfMA efficiencies.
• Work well on own initiative with a good work ethos to achieve a high production output.
• Complete tanks, sub-assemblies & small parts as required.
• Quality of work to be of a high standard, free of defects and with attention to detail.
• Ability to problem solve, able to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Complete all test documentation and inspection and test plans (ITPs) as required.
• Ability to weld in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
• Actively participate in product and process improvement by providing lessons learned feedback and innovative solutions for adoption on future projects.
• Other duties as required from time to time.
• Must be neat and have good housekeeping skills.

The main knowledge, skills and experience required of the Fitter / Welder are outlined as follows:

• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience working in a similar role.
• Experienced in TIG welding with flat, folded, and pipe projects.
• Ability to liaise on a technical level with the Engineering Department to support product improvements.
• Must have basic weld polishing & cleaning experience.
• Ability to work as part of a team with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time when given a work list, including continuous feedback to the line manager on work close‑out.
• Main thicknesses used are 1mm to 6mm so the applicant must be comfortable with light materials.
• Ability to use own initiative, problem solve and adjust as issues arise.

What we offer you:

• The opportunity to join an ambitious and growing organization.
• Monday to Friday working week finishing early on Fridays.
• 22 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays.
• Competitive base salary.
• Access to EAP – 24/7 365 days confidential employee counselling service, free for employees and their families.

About Glanua:

Glanua Industrial is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build, operate and maintain critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted provider to the municipal and industrial sector where our clients include Ireland and the UK’s largest water utilities, Uisce Éireann (formerly Irish Water), Thames Water, Yorkshire Water and Affinity Water.

Sector: construction

Career Level: Not Required

Candidate Requirements:

• Essential Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 3
• Minimum Qualification: Level 6 (incl Higher Advanced Certificate & National Craft Certificate)

Desirable Ability Skills: Communications, Customer Service, Manual, Skilled Trade(s)

Competency Skills: Problem Solving, Teamwork, Time Management, Working on own Initiative