Hinkley Point Welders - Night Shift


Company:	Ledwood Mechanical Engineering Limited
Salary:	from £35.94 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	TA5 1UD
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	3 Nov 2026
Closing date:	3 Dec 2026

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Summary

Ledwood are currently recruiting at Hinkley Point C for experienced, qualified TIG/MMA Welders for night shift.

The Welding will form part of our work within the Arabelle steam turbine buildings, where we are installing equipment ranging from small 2Te pumps to a 2,440Te condenser. All applicants must meet strict competency, safety, and security requirements. Applicants must be willing and available to work nights.

Essential requirements

Requirements Welders: We are recruiting qualified TIG / MMA Welders who can achieve the appropriate weld codings and meet ISO welding standards. Required Qualifications Candidates should be qualified to ISO standards, including but not limited to: Butt weld – 2" carbon steel pipe – HL-L045 (6G) – TIG/MMA Fillet weld – 2" carbon steel pipe to plate – PH (5G) – TIG/MMA Stainless steel pipe weld – 2" – HL-L045 (6G) – TIG/MMA In addition It would be beneficial, however not essential that candidates are also qualified to: Fillet weld – 2” carbon steel pipe to plate – PH (5G) - FCAW Testing Requirements Before employment, you will be required to: Complete a weld test in Pembrokeshire Complete an additional weld test and exam at Bridgwater College Attend a short video interview Basic Requirements for all positions: Valid CCNSG Safety Passport is mandatory NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or Apprenticeship qualification required All personnel must successfully complete BPSS clearance, including: DBS check Identification verification You must be able to provide: Competency certificates Right to Work documentation All personnel will also complete an onsite Medical for Safety critical works, working at height and confined spaces. Additional training for working at height / confined spaces will also be provided. Project Specifics Start dates will be dependent on gaining your Site Clearance Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, Somerset Hours: 10 hours per shift, 10 shifts on 4 shifts off £29.34 basic rate ph + potential £2.94 Bonus Night-shift uplift: 22.5% on basic hourly rate only (Overtime after 38 hours) (Rate above Based on Grade 5 ECSA Site Agreement) (PAYE weekly paid ONLY) Lodge allowance £50.81 per night and or Travel Allowances are payable (All rates/ allowances are in line with the ECSA Site Agreement)

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