About the role
The opportunity to create is all around you. Whatever your level, whatever your role, whatever the project, you’ll be able to take initiative here and get stuck in. Join our team as a Welder and shape something special. This role is based in Hereford.
What you'll be doing
The successful candidate will:
* Carry out all aspects of the Welding and Fabricating role;
* Operate as part of a team undertaking tasks as required;
* Work safely at all times following work instructions and maintain a clean working environment;
* Embrace our Zero Harm approach to safety;
* Produce quality product and work efficiently;
* Contribute to our Continuous Improvement approach and actively help to reduce waste in our processes;
* Undertake any other duties as required.
Who we're looking for
The following qualities/experience are essential:
* Proven Welding experience;
* A positive and enthusiastic and support a 'can do' attitude;
* Reliability and support towards a continuous improvement culture;
* Willingness to learn and embrace new ideas;
* Ability to work as part of a team and be self-motivated;
* Able to use air and electric hand tools, grinders, etc.;
* Able to read drawings and understand and complete documentation relating to processes within the workplace;
* Have a good understanding of Health and Safety and can maintain a safe and clean working environment.
The following qualities/experience are desirable:
* BS EN ISO 9606-1 135 P FW FM1 S t12 PB ml or BS EN 287-1 135 P FW 1.1 S T12 PB ml;
* MAG multi-layer fillet welding qualification in Carbon Steels greater than 3mm thick in the horizontal-vertical (PB) position, in accordance with BS EN287-1 or BS EN9606-1;
* BS EN ISO 9606-1 135 P BW FM1 S t12 PA ss nb or BS EN 287-1 135 P BW 1.1 S T12 PA ss nb;
* MAG butt welding qualification in Carbon Steels greater than 5mm thick in the flat (PA) position, in accordance with BS EN287-1 or BS EN9606-1.
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.
Why join us?
As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:
* Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
* 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
* Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
* Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…
About us
Balfour Beatty works at the heart of the UK’s rail networks – designing, enhancing and maintaining thousands of miles of the railways that connect communities and underpin growth.
From feasibility studies, planning and design through to implementation and asset management, we provide multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure services across the lifecycle of rail assets. Our expertise covers electrification, track, power, civils, specialist rail plant, railway systems and technologies.
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
We are 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
Job Reference: BBUK11125
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