Job Description
Join Our Team as a Welder!
Location: Glasgow – Govan and Scotstoun (On-site, must attend a recruitment day in Glasgow)
Salary: £38,662.00 (plus potential additional shift allowance of 33%)
Your Mission:
As a Welder at BAE Systems, you will play a crucial role in crafting world-class naval ships that support global security and defense. Your expertise will help us deliver the innovative Type 26 frigates to the Royal Navy.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Welding a variety of materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
* Utilizing multiple welding processes such as Manual Metal Arc, Metal Active Gas, and more.
* Achieving high standards in welding butts and fillets.
* Focusing primarily on FCAW/MAG welding using ceramic tiles.
* Conducting self-verification on all welds.
* Adhering to SHE standards related to welding, including fume control.
Your Skills and Experience:
* Modern Apprenticeship certificate (Trade Papers required).
* Current Weld Codings.
* Knowledge of ceramic tile welding.
* Experience with welding equipment and techniques.
* Background in Flux Core Arc Welding and Metal Core Arc Welding.
* Ability to produce welds that pass visual and NDE examinations.
* Experience welding carbon steel (thickness 4-15mm).
* Understanding of SHE and Risk Assessment.
* Experience in maritime or major construction/manufacturing environments.
* Proficiency in MIG welding of aluminum.
* Experience with automated welding equipment.
Important: Please attach a copy of your qualifications when submitting your application.
Why Join Us?
At BAE Systems, we offer more than just a job. Enjoy a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, and a wide range of flexible health and lifestyle benefits, including:
* Green car scheme
* Private health plans
* Shopping discounts
* Potential eligibility for an annual incentive
The Welder Team:
Join a dynamic team that is making a real impact in the world of defense. Our work is vital, and we operate on various shifts, including days, backs, nights, and weekends, to ensure we meet our commitments.
Why BAE Systems?
Here, you’ll make a difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity and empowers you to reach your full potential. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and strive to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.
Important Security Information: Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality and residency may affect your eligibility for certain roles. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.
Closing Date:
4th March 2026
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so don’t wait—apply today!