Morson Talent

Welders

BT3 9EU

Key information

Pay
£24.20 to £43.30 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Contract
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
6 Oct 2026
Closing date
5 Nov 2026

About this role

EXPERIENCED FCAW WELDERS

Long-Term Shipbuilding Opportunities | Competitive Rates | Overtime Available

We are currently recruiting experienced FCAW Welders to join major naval, marine and shipbuilding projects across Belfast, Methil (Fife) and North Devon.

If you are an experienced FCAW Welder with a background in shipbuilding, marine, offshore or heavy engineering, this is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term work on major programmes with a leading shipbuilding organisation.

THE ROLE

As an FCAW Welder, you will undertake welding activities across a range of steel structures within naval, marine and new-build shipbuilding projects.

Duties will include

  • FCAW welding on structural steel
  • Welding a variety of steel structures and assemblies
  • Working from engineering and fabrication drawings
  • Ensuring welding work meets required quality and safety standards
  • Working safely within a heavy engineering environment
  • Working effectively as part of a production team to achieve project targets

We are looking for FCAW Welders with previous experience within shipbuilding, marine, offshore or heavy engineering environments.

LOCATIONS

Belfast

Methil, Fife

North Devon

WHAT'S ON OFFER

  • 3-month rolling contract with a strong likelihood of extension
  • Up to 60 hours per week may be available dependant on project requirements
  • Competitive day and night shift rates
  • Enhanced overtime and weekend rates
  • Travel allowance available for eligible candidates
  • Long-term opportunities on major naval and marine programmes

PAY RATES

PAYE – DAY SHIFT

£24.20 per hour + £3.52 holiday pay

£36.30 per hour overtime/weekend rate + £5.28 holiday pay

Plus £8.90 per hour travel allowance, up to 40 hours per week (£356 maximum per week)

PAYE – NIGHT SHIFT

£32.27 per hour + £4.69 holiday pay

£48.40 per hour overtime/weekend rate + £7.04 holiday pay

Plus £8.90 per hour travel allowance, up to 40 hours per week (£356 maximum per week)

UMBRELLA – DAY SHIFT

£32.38 per hour

£49.11 per hour overtime/weekend rate

Plus £11.68 per hour travel allowance, up to 40 hours per week (£467.20 maximum per week)

UMBRELLA – NIGHT SHIFT

£43.30 per hour

£65.48 per hour overtime/weekend rate

Plus £11.68 per hour travel allowance, up to 40 hours per week (£467.20 maximum per week)

Travel allowance is payable to candidates living 39 miles or more from site, subject to the applicable terms.

All successful applicants will be required to complete BPSS Security Clearance as part of the onboarding process.

Long-term work, competitive rates and the opportunity to work on high-profile naval and marine shipbuilding programmes.

Experienced FCAW Welders are encouraged to apply.