TIG Welder

Burton, Dorset
10 months ago
Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

TIG Welder

TIG Welder

Field Service Welder (TIG) - Submarines

Welder

Welder

Aviation Welders

TIG Welder
TIG Welder Salary: £18-18.40

Please only apply if you have the permanent right to work in the UK

The Company
A well-established aerospace company in Christchurch, Dorset, specialises in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of aircraft systems. Supporting both commercial and defence aviation sectors, the site focuses on ensuring high standards of safety, performance, and reliability across a range of critical components. This facility is recognised for its expertise in delivering quality solutions that keep aircraft operating at their best.

TIG Welder Role & Responsibilities

TIG welding aluminium and stainless steel to a high standard.
Experience with Inconel is an advantage but not essential.
Working confidently with thin-gauge materials and components of varying sizes.
Reading and working from detailed engineering drawings.
What We’re Looking For

A strong background in TIG welding.
A keen eye for detail and precision in your work.
The ability to deliver high-quality results under strict specifications. 
Why Apply for the TIG Welder Position?
This is your chance to be part of an industry-leading team where your skills and expertise will directly contribute to the success of vital aerospace operations.

Next Steps
Apply now or for more information on the TIG Welder role, call or message Hayden at Holt Engineering on (phone number removed)

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

What Hiring Managers Look for First in Space Sector Job Applications (UK Guide)

The space industry is one of the most exciting and multidisciplinary sectors in technology and engineering today. Whether you’re applying for roles in spacecraft design, aerospace systems, robotics, satellite communications, mission operations, payload engineering, space software, ground systems, or scientific research, your application must quickly show hiring managers that you are relevant, technically credible and ready to deliver. In the UK space jobs market — spanning organisations from startups to defence primes, agencies, research labs and commercial constellations — hiring managers do not read every word of your CV. They scan applications rapidly, often making a judgement about whether to read further within the first 10–20 seconds. This guide breaks down exactly what hiring managers look for first in space sector applications, how they assess CVs and portfolios, why specific signals matter, and how you can position your experience to stand out on www.ukspacejobs.co.uk .

The Skills Gap in UK Space Jobs: What Universities Aren’t Teaching

The UK space sector is one of the most exciting and fastest-growing high-tech industries in the world. From Earth observation and satellite communications to space robotics, launch systems and deep-space exploration, the breadth of opportunity is enormous. The UK Government’s ambition to capture a significant share of the global space economy has driven investment, policy support and a wave of innovative companies — both established and start-up. Yet despite strong academic programmes and a pipeline of graduates with relevant degrees, employers in the UK space sector consistently report a persistent problem: Many graduates are not prepared for real-world space industry jobs. This is not a matter of intelligence or motivation. Rather, it reflects a growing skills gap between what universities are teaching and what employers actually need from space professionals. In this article, we’ll explore why that gap exists, what universities are doing well, where they fall short, what employers want, and how jobseekers can bridge the divide to build thriving careers in the UK space sector.

UK Space Jobs for Career Switchers in Their 30s, 40s & 50s (UK Reality Check)

The UK space sector is no longer a niche reserved for astronauts and rocket scientists. It is a broad, fast-growing industry covering satellites, Earth observation, navigation, telecoms, space data, launch services, space sustainability and defence-related capability. That breadth creates genuine career opportunities for professionals switching careers in their 30s, 40s or 50s — especially in roles where delivery, quality, operations, safety, regulation and customer outcomes matter as much as pure engineering. This article gives you a UK reality check: what space jobs actually look like, which roles are realistic for career switchers, what skills UK employers value, how long retraining tends to take and whether age is a barrier (usually far less than people fear).