Welding Superintendent

Summary: The Welding Superintendent will oversee welding operations at Hinkley Point C, a major nuclear construction project in Somerset. This role involves ensuring compliance with welding standards, guiding contract partners, and promoting a culture of quality and safety. The position requires extensive experience in welding engineering within regulated environments and strong leadership skills. The contract is rolling for 12 months with a competitive day rate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and guide contract partners on all welding-related activities.
• Ensure welder qualifications and welding procedures meet project standards.
• Promote a culture of high-quality work, safety, and compliance.
• Oversee day-to-day welding activities and resolve on-site challenges.
• Liaise with stakeholders across six project programmes.
• Support the continuous improvement of welding and erection operations.

Key Skills:

• Extensive experience as an Expert Welding Engineer on large construction projects.
• Deep understanding of welding operations in regulated industries.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and quality management systems.
• Ability to write concise technical reports.
• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical/Materials Engineering (desirable).
• Hands-on welding or mechanical trade background (desirable).
• Experience in nuclear or similar regulated industries (desirable).

Salary (Rate): 650

City: Bridgwater

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: Other