We are seeking a highly experienced Welding Manager / Rail Welding Specialist to lead and deliver welding excellence across a range of rail infrastructure, rolling stock, and maintenance projects throughout the UK and Ireland.
Operating from a Northern Ireland base, this role requires a hands-on leader with strong technical authority in welding management, inspection, and defect investigation. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance, driving quality, and supporting safe, efficient project delivery under demanding rail possession environments.
This position is suited to an individual who is comfortable working flexible hours including nights and weekends, in line with railway operational requirements.
Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:
Welding Leadership & Management
- Lead and coordinate all welding activities across rail infrastructure and rolling stock projects
- Ensure all welding operations are compliant with approved procedures, specifications, and industry standards
- Develop, review, and approve WPS, PQRs, and welder qualifications
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to welding teams and site personnel
- Monitor welding performance, quality trends, and site productivity
Inspection & Quality Assurance
- Conduct and oversee visual inspections before, during, and after welding operations
- Ensure compliance with acceptance criteria, specifications, and standards
- Manage and coordinate NDT activities and review inspection outputs
- Maintain accurate documentation, inspection reports, and quality records
- Support audits and client inspections
Defect & Failure Investigation
- Lead investigations into welding defects, failures, and non-conformances
- Carry out root cause analysis and produce detailed technical reports
- Implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate repeat issues
- Support incident investigations where welding is a contributing factor
Safety & Compliance
- Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all worksites
- Ensure compliance with Network Rail, RISQS, BS EN ISO, and company procedures
- Participate in site briefings, safety reviews, and operational planning
Pay: £55,000.00-£75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Experience:
- within the railway sector : 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
