Job Description:

Welder / Fabricator (MIG & TIG)

My client is seeking an experienced and reliable Welder / Fabricator to join their growing team. This is a workshop-based role offering the opportunity to work on a wide variety of bespoke fabrication and engineering projects across multiple industries.

The successful candidate will have strong MIG and TIG welding experience, excellent fabrication skills, and the ability to work independently from engineering drawings to produce high-quality finished products.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out MIG and TIG welding to a high standard within a workshop environment.
• Fabricate, assemble and repair a wide range of steel, stainless steel and aluminium components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication specifications.
• Manufacture bespoke fabrications and modify existing components as required.
• Operate fabrication machinery and hand tools safely and efficiently.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality and dimensional standards.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment in line with health and safety procedures.
• Work both independently and as part of a wider engineering team to meet production deadlines.

Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience as a Welder / Fabricator within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong MIG welding experience.
• TIG welding experience on stainless steel and aluminium.
• The ability to fabricate from engineering drawings with minimal supervision.
• Experience working with mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality workmanship.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Desirable Skills

• MMA (Manual Metal Arc) welding experience.
• Experience with coded welding (advantageous but not essential).
• Experience working on bespoke fabrication projects.
• Engineering or welding qualifications, or a recognised apprenticeship.
• Forklift or overhead crane experience.

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate, depending on experience.
• Overtime opportunities available.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• A varied workload with interesting fabrication and engineering projects.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and career development.
• Supportive workshop environment with modern equipment.

Hours: Monday to Friday (day shift) - 40 Hours

Salary: Up to £20 an hour - Overtime paid at time and a half