Scotland, United Kingdom
Open
Welder
Plate, pipe and structural welders tested in the processes and positions the employer needs.
- SMAW (111)
- MIG/MAG (135/136)
- TIG (141)
£21 per hourOpenings: 10
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UK
Working in United Kingdom
Shipyards in Scotland and England, offshore energy and construction. Scotland is included in this guide: the same UK visa rules apply.
- Capital
- London
- Currency
- Pound sterling (GBP)
- Language
- English
- EU / Schengen
- Not EU or Schengen
Where the work is
- Shipbuilding (Glasgow, Rosyth, Barrow)
- Offshore energy (Aberdeen)
- Construction and engineering
How the work permit works
The usual route for skilled workers from India:
- 1
Employer must hold a UK sponsor licence and assign you a Certificate of Sponsorship.
- 2
The job must meet the current skill and salary rules for the Skilled Worker visa.
- 3
You apply online for the Skilled Worker visa and give biometrics at the visa centre in India.
Official sources
Last reviewed October 2026. Rules can change; we confirm the current process for every placement.
Living & working there
- The UK is not in the EU or Schengen: your visa is for the UK only.
- Pay is in pounds (GBP). Visa and healthcare charges are set by the UK government.
- Scotland (Glasgow, Aberdeen, Rosyth) has strong demand in shipbuilding and offshore work.
- Climate: Mild and wet; colder in Scotland.
Trades we recruit for
These vacancies are open across our countries. Your recruiter confirms the country at screening.
Scotland, United Kingdom
Open
Welder fabricator
Plate, pipe and structural welders tested in the processes and positions the employer needs.
- SMAW (111)
- MIG/MAG (135/136)
- TIG (141)
- Marking & cutting
£22 per hourOpenings: 10
View & apply