Company
Travail Employment Group
Location
Sheffield
Salary
£12.72–£15.23 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job description
Salary: £12.72 - 15.23 per hour
Reference: 73001128
£12.72 & £15.23 plus premium overtime, Monday – Friday AM and PM shift, 33 days leave after 12 weeks, , training opportunities, free parking, modern manufacturing and welfare facility, changing rooms and showers.
Due to an increase in production an opportunity for a Production Welder has arisen to join a well-established global engineering company in the Sheffield area. The role is based at their UK Head office site which is commutable from both Rotherham and Barnsley and easily accessible via public transport. Reporting into the Shift Supervisor, day to day Production Welder responsibilities will include;
• Reading from basic engineering drawings
• MIG welding Mild steel
• Saw operating
• Working towards tight deadlines
• Maintaining a safe working area
We are open to hearing from welders of all capabilities from recently qualified, those that enjoy welding in their spare time and those with proven work experience in welding. On the job training will be provided for those with limited experience. This company can offer future training and progression due to their continued growth plans. This role would suit a candidate with MIG, Production or Spot welding experience working within a light to medium engineering, production or fabrication workshop.
Benefits of the role include;
• Monday – Friday, Rotating AM / PM shifts
• Overtime at premium rates
• 33 days holiday including bank hols after 12 weeks
• External training opportunities
• Free parking
• Ongoing assignment
For further information please call 0114 276 8228 or apply online now.
Travail Employment Group are advertising this vacancy and its services in this instance as an Employment Business.
INDSL
Reference: 73001128
£12.72 & £15.23 plus premium overtime, Monday – Friday AM and PM shift, 33 days leave after 12 weeks, , training opportunities, free parking, modern manufacturing and welfare facility, changing rooms and showers.
Due to an increase in production an opportunity for a Production Welder has arisen to join a well-established global engineering company in the Sheffield area. The role is based at their UK Head office site which is commutable from both Rotherham and Barnsley and easily accessible via public transport. Reporting into the Shift Supervisor, day to day Production Welder responsibilities will include;
• Reading from basic engineering drawings
• MIG welding Mild steel
• Saw operating
• Working towards tight deadlines
• Maintaining a safe working area
We are open to hearing from welders of all capabilities from recently qualified, those that enjoy welding in their spare time and those with proven work experience in welding. On the job training will be provided for those with limited experience. This company can offer future training and progression due to their continued growth plans. This role would suit a candidate with MIG, Production or Spot welding experience working within a light to medium engineering, production or fabrication workshop.
Benefits of the role include;
• Monday – Friday, Rotating AM / PM shifts
• Overtime at premium rates
• 33 days holiday including bank hols after 12 weeks
• External training opportunities
• Free parking
• Ongoing assignment
For further information please call 0114 276 8228 or apply online now.
Travail Employment Group are advertising this vacancy and its services in this instance as an Employment Business.
INDSL
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.
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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