Welder / General Operative - Fort William, United Kingdom - Ferguson Transport & Shipping

Ferguson Transport & Shipping

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Fort William, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Ferguson Transport and Shipping are recruiting for a Welder/General Handyperson. The position is based primarily in Fort William and requires flexibility to travel with overnight stays at Kishorn Port when the need arises.

Responsibilities:

Operate forklifts and any plant/machinery where trained and competent to do so
Using a variety of tools and machines such as blowtorches, forklifts, levels, lifts, power drills, grinders, saws, pressure washers, and water spraying equipment where trained and competent to do so
Assisting the Welding/Fabrication team and carrying out welding/fabrication work when required including steel, aluminum and TIG welding
Assisting with and welding project work (including design and measurement)
General housekeeping duties in various sites including but not limited to tidying, sweeping, salting walkways/paths, emptying bins etc.
Assisting with project work as directed by Line Management
Cleaning and preparing job sites
Loading, unloading and delivering of materials and stock as required
Set up and take down ladders, scaffolding, and other temporary structures
Working from other depots, including Kishorn and Company vessels
Ensure daily checks are carried out on all plant and machinery prior to use, following the defect reporting procedure at all times
Ensure that all work is carried out in a safe and controlled manner
Complete all necessary paperwork relating to tasks carried out
Report any damage, accidents or any equipment you deem to be unsafe
Ensure all working areas are kept clean and tidy. Any spills or mess to be cleaned up immediately.
Any other tasks as assigned by management
Ensure that you conduct yourself in a business like and professional manner at all times

Requirements:

Car drivers licence is essential
Appropriate welding / fabrication certification
Previous forklift experience (certification is an advantage, however training will be provided)
Ability to work as a team member as well as on own initiative
Ability to adhere to H&S requirements at all times
Knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment
Excellent problemsolving skills
Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions