Welder

We are currently seeking candidates for 2 year fixed term positions at Hinkley Point C location. We would be looking to deploy in January and March 2026.

This role will be responsible for carrying out welding activities to the required specification, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity in line with nuclear safety culture at site.

Key Deliverables:

• Perform welding operations on pipework, plate, and structural components to meet project specifications and nuclear quality standards.
• Interpret and work from technical drawings, welding procedures, and work instructions to ensure correct assembly and fabrication.
• Inspect and verify completed welds for compliance with quality, safety, and dimensional requirements, raising any non-conformances.
• Maintain accurate records of welds, consumables, and inspections in line with site and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and pre-job risk assessments to support a positive safety culture.
• Report hazards, incidents, or non-conformances promptly to the Supervisor and contribute to incident investigations as required.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work area to minimise risks and support operational efficiency.
• Engage with QA/QC Inspectors and other trades to resolve technical queries and ensure smooth workflow.
• Comply with all site-specific and nuclear safety requirements, including PPE, permit-to-work, and environmental controls.

Qualifications and Work Experience:

Essential: BS EN ISO 9606 Coded Welding Qualification

Essential: Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Welding/Fabrication or equivalent apprenticeship

Essential: ACE Card in Welding Pipe or Plate (or equivalent)

Essential: CCNSG Safety Passport

Essential: Demonstrable experience performing welding operations to technical specifications in a high-risk or regulated environment.

Essential: Experience working as part of a team to deliver to safety and quality specifications

Job Specific Knowledge:

Essential: Understanding of welding processes, materials, and quality standards

Essential: Knowledge of nuclear safety culture and site-specific requirements

Skills:

Essential: Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications

Essential: Effective communication and engagement skills

Essential: Attention to detail and commitment to safety

Essential: Ability to plan and organise work to meet deadlines and project requirements.

Ponticelli UK, based in Aberdeen, is a leading engineering, construction, and maintenance services Provider. Their expertise spans from pre-feed engineering to project completion. They prioritise sustainability, ensuring a long-term future for employees, clients, and partners. With a focus on safety and performance, Ponticelli UK manages projects across various sectors, including oil and gas, petrochemical, and Renewable energy. Their services cover the entire lifecycle of industrial facilities, from engineering and construction to ongoing maintenance. Explore their range of offerings and discover how they contribute to industrial performance and efficiency.

Ponticelli UK also collaborates with consortium partners Brand Energy & Infrastructure Services and Semco Maritime to bring PBS to the UK market.

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