Coded MMA Welder - Cheshire

Job Title: Coded MMA Welder (Plate Work New Build Industrial Site)
Location: Cheshire
Rate: First 8 hours Monday to Friday - £24.00 per hour // Over 8 hours Monday to Friday £26.00 per hour // Weekends - £29.50 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.