Field Service Welder (TIG) - Submarines

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Field Service Welder (TIG) - Submarines

Full Time (Including Shifts & Field Service Work)

Derby, UK

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Welder within the IMRS (Inspection Maintenance and Repair Services) Welding Team in Derby. IMRS forms part of the Services Delivery Business Unit within Submarines. As the Field Service Welder you will join our busy welding team. The Welding team is responsible for developing and deploying tailored welding solutions to support the in-service maintenance of the UK submarine fleet, as well as support to submarine design and build programmes.

As the Welding Technician you will be based from our site in Derby and will be deployed to sites across the UK so shift work will be expected however this is rewarded with overtime payments and enhanced shift premiums. This role would suit a Welder with experience of Manual TIG Welding Stainless Steel.

Why join Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on word-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

What you’ll be doing:

As the Welder, as part of the Welding Team you will be development of welding techniques & technology to optimise weld parameters and achieve plant weld quality;

• Deliver in house or on-site practical welding services supporting production, repair and maintenance activities.
• Perform critical welds in line with nuclear quality standards (ASME, ISO, DGS and RRP) whilst ensuring full compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Interpret engineering drawings, WPS and specifications to perform complex welding tasks accurately.
• Ensure full traceability and documentation of welding activities is completed.
• Participate in procedure development and qualification (PQR/WPQR) in support of new welding method development.
• Promote a strong safety culture, complying with nuclear site rules, risk assessments, method statements and permit-to-work systems.

Position Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 3 Engineering / Welding Apprenticeship
• Experience and competent using the following manual welding process:
• - MMA / SMAW manual welding processes
• - TIG / GTAW manual welding processes
• - Experience with Orbital welding would be advantageous.
• Must be able to weld a variety of materials for example Stainless, Carbon Steel, Monel* & Inconel* (*Desired)
• Good understanding of ISO 3834 quality requirements.
• Able to undertake manual welding in several welding orientations.
• Ability to read and follow welding procedures with a good understanding of health and safety working practises.
• Good understanding of quality and process control with respect to welding

Shifts and Travel

• Undertake 12-hour shift working patterns as required, including weekends
• Be prepared to work at site for long periods (typically 2 weeks)

NOTE: Mandatory practical weld test(s) will be conducted to assess your competency level with the above requirements.

For more than 60 years Rolls-Royce Submarines has designed, supplied and supported the nuclear propulsion plant, providing power for all UK Royal Navy nuclear submarines.

To work for Rolls-Royce Submarines an individual must hold a Security Check clearance. We will support the application for Security Clearance if you don’t already have it. Due to the nature of work we conduct, we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

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