A family-owned business, established in 1980, NVD was set up to assist vehicle manufacturers in the timely and incident free distribution of their products. We’ve established ourselves as a one stop shop providing the three main pillars of outbound logistics, including transporting, storing and enhancing our customers’ vehicles, prior to delivery to their end location. Since 1980 NVD has been at the forefront of pioneering the digitisation of the FVL industry. As early adopters of emerging technology we have been able to introduce huge efficiencies saving time and money for our customers. Our unwavering commitment to progress and continual service improvement remains at the heart of our business today.
We are looking for a skilled Welder to cut and join metals and other materials at our facilities or construction sites. You will operate appropriate equipment to put together mechanical structures or parts with a great deal of precision. Mechanical experience would be a benefit.
Pay and Benefits
* Full time contract
* Uniform
* Staff car parking
* Mental Health and Wellbeing Scheme
Requirements
* Proven experience as welder
* Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (MIG) + TIG welding steel and aluminium
* Working knowledge of welding machine settings
* Must have experience with forklift, bandsaw, drills and all workshop machinery / equipment also
* Assist with apprenticeship training
* Ability to work on your own initiative
* An awareness of general Health and Safety rules
* Proven ability to be flexible, working overtime, and changing shift patterns as required
* Excellent team working and communication skills
* Full driving license
Responsibilities
* Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
* Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
* Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements)
* Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
* Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces
* Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
* Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
* Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
* Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
National Vehicle Distribution is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value openness, innovation, customer focus, and operational excellence. Our organisation actively promotes equality and prohibits discrimination based on gender, marital/civil status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or membership of the Traveller community, in accordance with Irish and UK equality legislation. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.
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