Coded MMA / Stick Welder
Location: Near London Bridge
Hours: 10 hours per day, Monday-Friday
Start: ASAP
Requirements:
CSCS Skilled Worker Card (essential)
In‑date welding coding's - MMA/Stick (essential)
IPAF / PASMA (preferred but not essential)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced and fully coded MMA/Stick Welder to join a structural steel specialist working on a major project near London Bridge. The role involves carrying out high‑quality structural welding on beams, columns, plates and heavy steel fabrications in a busy, safety‑critical environment.
Key Responsibilities
Welding & Fabrication
Perform coded MMA/Stick welding to structural steel standards.
Weld structural members including columns, beams, stiffeners, base plates, connection plates, and various heavy steel components.
Carry out positional welding (e.g., vertical, overhead) in line with project specifications.
Complete repairs, modifications, and site welding as required.
Ensure all welds meet quality, visual, and NDT requirements where applicable.Quality Assurance & Compliance
Maintain up‑to‑date welding coding's and produce certification when requested.
Follow welding procedures (WPS) and project ITPs.
Complete weld logs, traceability sheets, and sign‑off documentation when required.
Work closely with site supervisors and quality inspectors.Health, Safety & Environment
Adhere to all site safety protocols and RAMS.
Use correct PPE at all times, including welding masks, gloves, fire‑retardant clothing, and respiratory protection where needed.
Maintain safe working areas, especially when hot‑work permits are in place.Access & Equipment
Operate MEWPs (if holding IPAF) or scaffold towers (if holding PASMA) for welding at height.
Conduct pre‑use checks on tools, welding sets, cables, leads, and gas equipment.
Requirements
Valid CSCS Skilled Worker Card.
Current, in‑date MMA/Stick welding codings (e.g., fillet/butt in multiple positions).
Proven experience welding structural steel on construction or infrastructure projects.
Ability to read fabrication drawings and weld symbols.
Strong understanding of structural steel erection and site welding requirements.
Good communication skills and ability to work independently or within a team.
Eligibility to work in the UK.
Preferred (Not Essential)
IPAF 3a/3b licence.
PASMA - Tower assembly/dismantling.
Experience on high‑rise, bridge, rail or major London projects.
Additional tickets such as Manual Handling, Working at Height, or Hot‑Works certification