Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick
Welder
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About The Role
At Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick, we are delivering high-quality manufacturing solutions that support some of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects. We are currently seeking skilled Plate Welders to join our growing team at our Wirral manufacturing facility.
As a Plate Welder, you will be responsible for the fabrication and welding of high-integrity mild steel and stainless-steel ductwork. Working within a quality-driven and safety-focused environment, you will play a key role in ensuring products are manufactured to the highest standards whilst supporting project delivery requirements.
What you'll be doing
- Fabricate and weld bespoke high-integrity ductwork components manufactured from stainless steel and mild steel.
- Carry out welding of QC1 stainless steel and mild steel ductwork.
- Work in accordance with approved welding procedures and quality requirements.
- Ensure all equipment is inspected and maintained prior to use.
- Monitor workmanship standards and contribute to a "Right First Time" culture.
- Identify hazards and support the implementation of safe systems of work.
- Participate in daily production and planning meetings.
- Promote Balfour Beatty values, Zero Harm, and sustainability initiatives.
Who we're looking for
Essential
- Proven experience fabricating and welding stainless steel and mild steel ductwork.
- Welding qualifications in accordance with BS EN ISO 9606-1:2017.
- Understanding of isometric drawings, fabrication tolerances and welding procedures.
- Experience working with sheet metal thicknesses between 2mm and 3mm.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong commitment to health, safety and quality standards.
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Desirable
- Experience welding high-integrity HVAC products.
- Ability to analyse issues and identify practical solutions.
- Experience working to tight deadlines in a manufacturing environment.
Why work for us
At Balfour Beatty, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people can develop their skills, build rewarding careers and contribute to industry-leading projects. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment that prioritises safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.
About Us
Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick is a leader in mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions.
We design, install and maintain the complex systems and technologies that underpin the UK’s national infrastructure and bring buildings to life.
Diversity and inclusion
At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion.
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To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/.
We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com.
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