Welding Coordinator

Welding Coordinator – Ambergate - £45,196 - £56,000 + Company Car

National Gas has an exciting and important role in achieving net zero and in leading a fair energy transition for the UK. We will do this by developing the green gas system of tomorrow, while delivering the natural gas needs of today.
 
National Gas Services is Britain's trusted authority in pipeline repair, maintenance and intervention. With our extensive expertise in both emergency and planned solutions, we ensure rapid 24-hour responses, 365 days a year - along with a full range of maintenance, inspection and repair services.

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About the Role

We are seeking a Welding Coordinator to ensure the correct application of on-site welding quality activities, oversee quality control execution, and implement quality guidelines and processes. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and managing welding plans, ensuring that all welding activities are carried out safely and in compliance with industry standards.

A key part of the role will be monitoring welding personnel, ensuring they are suitably qualified and working to approved welding procedures. You will also oversee the maintenance of welding equipment, making sure it remains in good condition and is suitable for the task. Additionally, you will manage welding consumables, ensuring they are ordered correctly and stored as per manufacturer recommendations.

To maintain quality and safety, you will conduct visual inspections and non-destructive testing (NDT) of welds before, during, and after welding. You will also be responsible for writing and reviewing welding procedure specifications and completing non-conformance reports when necessary.

Further responsibilities include developing and evaluating welding techniques, auditing welding personnel and processes, and participating in working groups to review and implement policies, procedures, and industry standards. You will also play a key role in identifying best practices and lessons learned, ensuring continuous improvement in future gas projects.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a highly skilled professional with a strong background in welding quality control, industry standards, and compliance within the gas sector. 

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of the entire welding process, including the use of non-destructive testing methods such as radiography and manual phased array ultrasonics.

A solid understanding of materials and quality control processes for gas transmission systems is essential. Experience with gas transmission and distribution systems, along with a strong grasp of relevant policies, procedures, and specifications, will also be important. Additionally, the ability to influence, negotiate, and communicate effectively will be highly valued in this role.

A working knowledge of ISO 3834 compliance will also be beneficial, along with experience using welding support standards such as WPS and welder qualifications

Candidates must hold relevant NDT qualifications (PCN or BGAS-CSWIP), be registered with the Engineering Council, and possess a full UK driving licence. While not essential, a HNC or equivalent in an engineering discipline would be advantageous, as would additional qualifications in auditing, IOSH, NEBOSH, design management, or CDM.

If you have the skills and experience required to drive welding quality and safety within the gas industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply today

What we can offer you

• Annual bonus of 6% based on personal and company performance 
• 26 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra or sell days 
• Generous double-match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we'll add £2 (max company contribution 12%) 
• Flexible benefit scheme, including private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans and more 
• Overtime at x1.5 normal and then x2 on Sunday
• Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you're unable to work due to long term illness or injury 
• Excellent family friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental leave 
• Annual Technical Training budget of circa £1800 rising to £2500 in our next regulatory period
• On the job training and mentorship from experienced professionals
• Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7 
• Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions 

About us

National Gas is leading a clean, reliable, and affordable energy future for everyone.  Our skilled colleagues bring gas to 23m homes, and over 500,000 businesses, including heavy industries and power stations that keep Great Britain's lights on.  We fuel growth and innovation, whilst transitioning our network to hydrogen, to play our part in the journey to net zero. 
 
At National Gas, we are committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation, and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.  

We are disability confident, and we are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation, and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

Apply now to be part of a team that values your expertise and supports your professional journey.
 
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