Job Title: Robot Welder

Location: Ferryhill
Salary: £15.25 per hour (including shift allowance) + Overtime

Working Hours:
38.5 hours per week on a rotating two-shift pattern:

• Early Shift: Monday–Thursday, 6:00am–2:30pm; Friday, 6:00am–12:30pm

• Late Shift: Monday–Thursday, 2:30pm–11:00pm; Friday, 12:30pm–7:00pm

The successful candidate will initially start on day shift for induction and training before transitioning onto the two-shift rotation.

Benefits

• Overtime paid at enhanced rates

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Company pension scheme*

• Death in Service (2x annual salary)*

• Employee Assistance Programme*

• 24/7 GP and wellbeing services*

• Discounted gym membership*

• Free on-site parking

• Kitchen facilities

• Safe working environment

Permanent staff benefits apply once transitioned from temporary to permanent employment.

The Company

Theo James Recruitment is proud to be supporting Hydram Engineering in the search for a Robot Welder.

Hydram Engineering is a leading manufacturing business based in Ferryhill, producing high-quality fabricated and manufactured components. This opportunity is ideal for someone with robotic welding experience who is looking to join an established engineering environment offering long-term prospects.

Job Description

This Robot Welder position involves operating and monitoring robotic welding machinery to produce welded components across a variety of material thicknesses. You will be responsible for maintaining quality throughout the welding process and ensuring completed components meet the required specifications.

• Operate and monitor robotic welding machinery.

• Produce precise welds across various material thicknesses.

• Remove weld spatter during machine cycle times.

• Follow standard operating procedures and technical drawings.

• Inspect finished components to ensure they meet specifications.

• Use manual power tools as required during production.

• Maintain a clean and organised working area.

• Follow all relevant health and safety procedures.

• Work effectively as part of the wider production team.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience operating robotic welding machinery.

• Ability to interpret standard operating procedures.

• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.

• Experience using manual power tools.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Good communication skills.

• Reliable with a strong work ethic.

• Basic manual welding skills would be advantageous but are not essential.

Why Should You Apply?

If you have experience operating robotic welding machinery and are looking for a long-term opportunity within an established engineering manufacturer, this role offers the chance to develop your skills while working within a supportive production environment.