Job Description TIG Welder

Job Title

TIG (tungsten inert gas) Welder

Line Manager/ Reports to

Insert as applicable e.g. Site Manager

Team/ Department

Insert as applicable

Location

Insert as applicable e.g. Poole site or such other location that may be required of the job role

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Job Ref & about the organisation  

Social Media info etc 

Core Objectives

Main Tasks/Duties and Responsibilities  

– understand plans and requirements for each task

– prepare/cut required shapes and weld according to structure plans

– carry out skilled TIG welding work

– inspection, diagnosing problems and carry out appropriate checking/testing

– use grinder to smooth and clean as appropriately prior to and after welding

– effectively operate welding units and equipment to fabricate, repair, maintain and install metal items equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures etc

– inspect work and fill/repair as necessary

– assemble component parts using appropriate hand/small power tools.

– identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair to ensure compliance with appropriate codes, law, working practices and health and safety

– clean and maintain all equipment and tools and maintain a clean working area

– carry out planned tasks in accordance with contract requirements

– organise all supplies (materials, tools and equipments) required, liaising with appropriate parties

– carry out tasks to meet applicable safety standards, targets, criteria and deadlines and to maximise productivity and profitability

– carry out tasks within prescribed time limits

– help minimise downtime and wastage

– assist team members on  projects to ensure efficient operations and to ensure targets are met

– assist with relevant costing/supply/budgets

– effectively liaise and communicate and maintain a good relationship with team members,  contractor/suppliers and other stakeholders as required

– maintain accurate records/documentation associated with your work

– report to Line Manager

– immediately report problems/failures that may impact on the organisation and/or its clients/customers to Line Manager

– meet your targets and contribute to those of the team as a whole

– contribute towards the efficient running of the team

– responsibly use resources and control expenses to meet budgetary controls

– adhere to all organisation policies and procedures

– ensure compliance with health and safety and all related legal/statutory regulations, policies and procedures, codes,  professional duties, responsibilities and obligations and insert as applicable

– set an example for team members of commitment, application of skills, work ethics and habits and personal character

From time to time you may be expected to be part of special projects as are reasonably required of your job role.

You are responsible for your allocated workload and must meet all targets as agreed with your Line Manager. You must contribute towards the smooth running of the organisation generally.

Hours

OR

In view of  the nature of the job you may be required to perform shift work (such as 12 Hour shifts including days, nights and weekends on a rota basis) and you will be expected to work as and when necessary to meet the needs of the team and your targets.

Insert following if applicable Your job will involve travel to sites within the agreed area. The agreed area is insert e.g. 20 mile radius, county etc

Secondary Tasks/Duties

You must carry out your duties to the best of your ability, having consideration for the needs of your colleagues and the Organisation and its clients/customers. You must obey all lawful and reasonable orders given to you and comply with the Organisation’s rules, procedures and policies

Management / Supervisory Responsibilities

People or equipment

You are responsible for the equipment provided to you for use in your job role. This means you must ensure that equipment is used in accordance with training provided, all of the organisation’s policies and procedures and the law and using, where applicable, any safety equipment or Personal Protective Equipment provided. You are responsible for ensuring that the equipment you use is maintained and can be used/operated at all times.

Essential Abilities/ Competencies of this job role

– to have achieved the qualifications and have completed an appropriate apprenticeship for insert as applicable e

– to hold the following additional certificates insert as applicable

– to hold the following card insert as applicable e.g. CSCS Card, CCNSG  passport

– experience in this type of job role – insert as applicable e.g.   minimum 5 years

– requisite knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common to the  trade

– to demonstrate knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations for this role

– proven skills in using insert as applicable

– proven ability to work as a member of a team

– demonstrable deadline/time management and task management skills

– high degree of integrity and honesty in all dealings

– to be friendly and approachable

– to understand and deliver good customer service

– good attention to detail

– ability to work under pressure

– full driving licence

– this role requires the following security and medical checks insert as applicable

Insert anything else as required

You need to have and maintain (with regular training and updates as necessary) the knowledge, technical skills and qualifications that are necessary to perform your job role to comply with the requirements of the Organisation and any applicable rules, regulations (particularly of any professional body) and with any law which applies to your job role.

Special Working Conditions

The nature of your role will require you to travel within the area that your team covers. However, from time to time you may be expected to travel outside that area as the job role requires.

Salary level

Benefits

Approved by Name

John Smith

Job Role

Site Manager

Date approved

10/11/2012