Industrial Member of Council

Industrial Member of Council

Industrial Members of Council

Closing Date: 20 November 2026

Industrial Member Non-Executive Director (Member of Council)

The Welding institute is seeking board members in the category of Industrial Members. Please could this advert be circulated within your business or directed to individuals within your company who may have appropriate skills or expertise aligned with those sought.

To be successful your employer is required to be an Industrial Member of TWI Ltd, you ideally will have board or senior management experience, a strong understanding of good corporate governance and an ability to scrutinise and challenge company performance. As part of our diversity and inclusion commitment, we welcome applications from aspiring board members to support their career development.

Applications for this role must consist of a CV and a covering letter outlining why you wish to apply for the role and how you believe you can add value to Council. Candidates should ensure their application provides evidence against the assessment criteria below, as these will form the basis of the panel's assessment and selection process.

Assessment Criteria

Applications will be assessed against the following criteria:

• Experience on boards, committees and/or in senior management positions, with the ability to contribute effectively to Council governance.
• Depth of understanding of materials, manufacturing, energy or allied sectors, including evidence of innovation and industry impact.
• Track record in commercial strategy, business development and/or fiscal oversight.
• Ability to bring new geographic, demographic or industry perspectives that enhance the breadth and diversity of Council.
• Demonstrable motivation and commitment to supporting the aims, objectives and future success of The Welding Institute.
• Ability to extend and strengthen TWI's external reach and influence across industry, government, academia or other relevant stakeholder groups.

Kindly note that interviews are planned to take place w/c 11 January 2027.

The TWI Group is a cutting-edge world-wide membership-based independent research organisation, specialising in materials, joining and structural integrity technologies. Our mission is to help industry solve problems through independent advice and developing the next generation of experts to address future industry challenges. Group operational turnover was £63m in 2021 with profits of £129m in 2022 (which mostly came from a once-off property deal).

As a non-profit distributing entity, all surplus generated by the group goes back into serving our purpose. We achieve this by reinvesting into research, staff, equipment and buildings to better serve our members.

The TWI governing body, known as Council (comprising of Non-Executive Directors), assists with the oversight and governance of the business through working in collaboration with the Chief Executive and an Executive Board.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of social and economic groups and especially from underrepresented groups. This is a non-remunerated role and requires a time commitment of up to eight days per annum however, reasonable expenses will be paid for attending meetings.

Declaration of Interests

To support transparency and good governance, candidates who are shortlisted for interview will be required to complete a Declaration of Interests form prior to interview. Any declared interests will be reviewed in accordance with The Welding Institute's governance processes and will not necessarily preclude an individual from appointment, but must be disclosed to ensure any actual, potential or perceived conflicts of interest can be appropriately managed.

To learn more about the organisation please visit our website, Who We Are - TWI & What We Do - TWI

Security requirements: This position will require a BPSS check which TWI will carry out.

Travel: Council-related activities typically require around 8 days of engagement per year, which may include attending meetings in Cambridge. While these meetings can be joined remotely, we encourage in-person attendance where possible to support collaboration. Please note that the overall time commitment may vary depending on individual involvement in Council responsibilities beyond formal meetings.

About us: TWI Ltd is a world expert in engineering, materials and joining technologies with significant property assets. We provide industry with advice and know-how in design, fabrication, failure analysis and prevention.

Diversity statement: TWI Ltd is committed to treating everyone fairly and to being an inclusive organisation. Our aim is to create an environment where our people can reach their full potential. We put Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of our people practices to attract, develop and retain the best talent.

Inclusion: We recognise that it’s the differences of our people that gives us our competitive edge and enables us to maintain our world leading reputation. This is why we are committed to ensuring there is diversity across every level of our organisation; representative of the Members and societies we serve. We have made Inclusion our number one corporate value to demonstrate our commitment to ensure it is at the core of everything we do at TWI.

Disability Confident Scheme: We are pleased to confirm that we have achieved the first stage accreditation, which means we are a ‘Disability Confident Employer’. This is a government-supported scheme that supports organisations like TWI to make the most of the talents that people with disability can bring to our workplace. The scheme helps us recruit and retain great people; draw from the widest possible pool of talent; secure high-quality employees who are skilled, loyal and hardworking; and improve employee morale and commitment by demonstrating that we treat all our people fairly.

Artificial Intelligence: At TWI, we want you to know that your application is in good hands. We do not use AI tools or automated systems to review or sift through applications. We believe in being open and transparent with our candidates, and we’re committed to giving your application the attention it deserves.

TWI Values:

Our six values provide a point of reference for the way we expect our people to operate and behave.

• Inclusion: Valuing the contribution from every individual, creating value for our customers
• Teamwork: Building effective working relationships, we accomplish more together
• Adaptability: Engaging positively with change to meet the needs of the business
• Taking Responsibility: Achieving our objectives and personal development
• Innovation & Expertise: Championing new ideas and sharing knowledge to solve industry problems
• Customer Focus: Building trusting relationships with our customers

About Us

TWI Ltd is a world expert in engineering, materials and joining technologies with significant property assets. We provide industry with advice and know-how in design, fabrication, failure analysis and prevention.

We offer opportunities to collaborate with inspiring and expert teams and a supportive environment in which you are actively encouraged to share your ideas and continually develop your own skills and knowledge.

If you are looking to join an organisation that is fuelled by innovation, teamwork, and openness, this role could be for you.