Company
Try Temps Limited
Location
Birmingham
Job type
Full–time and Contractor
Salary
£570–£860 a year
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Jobmove
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Job description
MIG Production Welder – High Cosmetic Finish
Garretts Green, Birmingham B33
£15.50 per hour | Gross Weekly Pay £573.50 | Earn up to £868.00 per week with overtime
We are recruiting experienced MIG Production Welders to join a leading manufacturer of premium office desks and workstation furniture. Using modern manufacturing processes, the company produces high-quality steel-framed furniture supplied to commercial customers throughout the UK.
This is a 12-week temporary contract with an immediate start.
The role involves MIG welding light gauge mild steel components to a consistently high cosmetic standard within a fast-paced production environment. You will be working from engineering drawings, carrying out quality checks and ensuring every product meets the company's high standards.
Hours:
• Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
• Friday: 8:00am – 1:00pm
• 37-hour working week
Overtime:
• Monday to Friday: 6:00am – 8:00am paid at £20.15 per hour.
• Saturday: 6:00am – 10:00am paid at £23.25 per hour.
The Ideal Candidate:
• Previous MIG production welding experience.
• Able to produce high cosmetic finish welds on light gauge mild steel.
• Experience working from engineering drawings.
• Reliable, hardworking and quality focused.
Benefits:
• 12-week temporary contract.
• Regular overtime available.
• Early finish every Friday.
• Immediate start.
If you are an experienced MIG Production Welder looking for your next contract with excellent earning potential, apply today
Garretts Green, Birmingham B33
£15.50 per hour | Gross Weekly Pay £573.50 | Earn up to £868.00 per week with overtime
We are recruiting experienced MIG Production Welders to join a leading manufacturer of premium office desks and workstation furniture. Using modern manufacturing processes, the company produces high-quality steel-framed furniture supplied to commercial customers throughout the UK.
This is a 12-week temporary contract with an immediate start.
The role involves MIG welding light gauge mild steel components to a consistently high cosmetic standard within a fast-paced production environment. You will be working from engineering drawings, carrying out quality checks and ensuring every product meets the company's high standards.
Hours:
• Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
• Friday: 8:00am – 1:00pm
• 37-hour working week
Overtime:
• Monday to Friday: 6:00am – 8:00am paid at £20.15 per hour.
• Saturday: 6:00am – 10:00am paid at £23.25 per hour.
The Ideal Candidate:
• Previous MIG production welding experience.
• Able to produce high cosmetic finish welds on light gauge mild steel.
• Experience working from engineering drawings.
• Reliable, hardworking and quality focused.
Benefits:
• 12-week temporary contract.
• Regular overtime available.
• Early finish every Friday.
• Immediate start.
If you are an experienced MIG Production Welder looking for your next contract with excellent earning potential, apply today
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
Q
What is the National Living Wage for welders in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
The National Living Wage for welders aged 21 and over is £12.50 per hour as of April 2026 according to the latest rate update. Welders working overtime must receive 1.5 times this rate for hours beyond 40 per week. Employers in construction must also pay the Construction Industry Scheme deductions on top of this base rate.
Source: GOV.UK
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What visa and sponsorship salary threshold applies to overseas welders seeking work in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Overseas welders require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed UK employer with a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code 5211, whichever is higher, as of 2026. The visa lasts up to 5 years and requires a Certificate of Sponsorship issued no earlier than 3 months before application. Dependants are permitted only if the main applicant meets the £38,700 threshold.
Source: GOV.UK
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What qualifications and experience are required to work as a welder in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Welders must hold at least an NVQ Level 3 in Welding or equivalent plus 2 years of verifiable experience in coded welding processes such as MIG, TIG or MMA. Employers in regulated sectors require current CSWIP or ASME certification valid for the specific material and position. No formal degree is mandated but apprenticeships must be completed through an approved provider registered with the Education and Skills Funding Agency.
Source: GOV.UK
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Which documents are needed when applying for welder positions through the UK government apprenticeship or job schemes in 2026?
Applicants must submit a valid passport, National Insurance number, proof of NVQ Level 3 or CSWIP certificate, and a completed application via the Find a Job service by 31 March 2026 for the April intake. Right to work evidence and a Disclosure and Barring Service check dated within the last 12 months are mandatory for construction sites. All documents must be uploaded in PDF format under 5MB each.
Source: GOV.UK