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Company Description
Kentec Electronics is a leading global manufacturer of life safety control systems with over 40 years of industry experience. The Kentec name is associated with high-quality products, reliable service, and strong technical support. Headquartered in the U.K., the company supplies control equipment to more than 90 countries and operates in multiple languages. Kentec offers opportunities to contribute to safety-critical solutions used worldwide while working within a well-established and growing organization.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Welder role based in Chatham. The Welder will fabricate and assemble metal components for life safety control systems using various welding techniques according to technical drawings and specifications. Daily responsibilities include:
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- Setting up and operating welding equipment
- Preparing and positioning materials
- Performing quality checks on welds
- Maintaining tools and workstations in a safe, orderly condition


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The role also involves:
- Collaborating with production and engineering teams
- Following health and safety procedures
- Meeting production deadlines while maintaining high standards of workmanship
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess strong welding skills, including Welding, Arc Welding, TIG Welding, and MIG Welding.
- Candidates should possess knowledge of Materials, including properties, preparation, and handling of metals used in fabrication.
- Candidates should possess the ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
- Candidates should possess a solid understanding of workshop safety practices and safe operation of welding and cutting equipment.
- Candidates should possess good manual dexterity, attention to detail, and the ability to perform consistent, high-quality welds.
- Relevant vocational training, certifications in welding, or equivalent practical experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment are beneficial.
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