MDE UK
Grinder / Weld Finishing Operative
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Grinder / Weld Finishing Operative
Location: Bideford Area, North Devon
Pay Rate: £16.25 - £18.49 per hour PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay)
Weekly Earnings: £650 - £832.05 gross per week, depending on rate and hours worked
Contract Duration: 8 Weeks
Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary Contract
Job Description
We are recruiting experienced Grinders / Weld Finishing Operatives for an eight-week marine engineering project in North Devon.
The work will primarily involve grinding, dressing and preparing completed welds on steel structures and fabricated components, ensuring they are finished to the required standard and ready for inspection.
This is not a heavy fabrication or heavy grinding position. The focus is on precision finishing, quality workmanship and attention to detail.
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in shipbuilding, ship repair, structural steelwork, fabrication or similar engineering environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Grinding and dressing completed welds to the required finish.
- Preparing welds and surrounding surfaces for visual inspection and quality checks.
- Removing weld spatter, excess material, sharp edges and surface imperfections.
- Using handheld grinders and finishing equipment safely and accurately.
- Ensuring weld preparation and finishing meet the required quality standards.
- Identifying and reporting any defects or areas requiring further attention.
- Working alongside welders, fabricators and inspection teams.
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
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Essential Requirements
- Minimum 1 year's professional experience using handheld grinders in an engineering, fabrication or industrial environment.
- Experience in weld dressing, weld finishing or preparing welded components for inspection.
- Excellent attention to detail and a high standard of workmanship.
- Ability to work accurately and consistently with minimal supervision.
- Good understanding of workshop health and safety procedures.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable Experience
- Previous experience within shipbuilding, ship repair or marine engineering.
- Experience preparing welds for visual inspection or quality control.
- Familiarity with engineering drawings and fabrication instructions.
- Experience working with structural steel components and fabricated assemblies.
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Working Hours
- Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:45pm, with potential extensions to 6:00pm.
- Friday: 7:30am - 12:30pm.
- Additional Hours: Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings may be available depending on project requirements.
Pay & Contract Details
- Hourly Rate: £16.25 - £18.49 PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay).
- Weekly Earnings: £650 - £832.05 gross per week, based on standard and extended weekday working hours.
- Potential for additional earnings through Friday afternoon and Saturday morning working.
- Eight-week temporary contract.
- Full-time, site-based position.
How to Apply
If you have experience in grinding, weld dressing or preparing welded components for inspection and are available for an eight-week contract in North Devon, please apply with an up-to-date CV.
Applicants with relevant experience in shipbuilding, fabrication and heavy engineering environments are encouraged to apply.
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