The Role: Welder/Fabricator
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a skilled Welder/Fabricator to join a long-established and highly respected engineering manufacturer. This hands-on Welder/Fabricator role offers the chance to work on bespoke food processing equipment supplied to both UK and international clients. The position would suit a motivated and experienced Welder/Fabricator who takes pride in quality workmanship and enjoys working on varied fabrication projects.
Based in the UK, this is a permanent, full-time Welder/Fabricator position within a stable and growing manufacturing environment. The successful Welder/Fabricator will join a close-knit production team, working both in the main workshop and occasionally supporting site-based activities where required. The company operates within a specialist engineering sector and has built a strong reputation for quality, reliability and long-term customer partnerships.
Main Responsibilities:
• TIG welding stainless steel from 1.0mm – 12mm thickness, including pipework and purge welding
• Fabrication of bespoke equipment to engineering drawings
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, understanding tolerances and bend allowances
• Operating fabrication and sheet metal machinery
• Working within production and site teams as required
• Maintaining high standards of quality engineering both in the workshop and on-site
• Adhering to Health & Safety, hygiene and inspection standards
• Maintaining excellent timekeeping, discipline and attendance
Skills/Experience:
• Proven experience as a Welder/Fabricator within an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Strong TIG welding experience, particularly with stainless steel
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience with sheet metal and fabrication machinery
• Understanding of tolerances and fabrication processes
• City & Guilds qualifications in Welding/Fabrication or a recognised apprenticeship (advantageous)
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
Salary & Working Hours:
Salary dependent on experience
Permanent, full-time role (39 hours per week)
Working Hours:
- Monday: 7:30am – 1:00pm / 1:30pm – 4:00pm
- Tuesday: 7:30am – 1:00pm / 1:30pm – 4:30pm
- Wednesday & Thursday: 7:30am – 1:00pm / 1:30pm – 5:00pm
- Friday: 7:30am – 12:00pm
Overtime is generally available and paid at 1.5x hourly rate Monday–Friday and Saturday mornings. A reasonable amount of overtime is expected when requested.
Benefits:
• Annual bonus based on company performance
• 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing to 26 with service)
• Life assurance
• Sick pay scheme
• Pension scheme
• Workwear provided
• Subsidised drinks and snacks
• Staff meals and company events
If the position of Welder/Fabricator is of interest, please click Apply. We aim to respond to all applicants; however, if you haven’t heard from us within 10 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
If you have any questions regarding this Welder/Fabricator role, please don’t hesitate to contact our office on 01480 431888.