Fabricator Welder

About the role

The role involves manufacturing structural steel components in a busy workshop environment. Working from detailed engineering drawings, the Fabricator Welder will carry out fabrication, assembly and MIG welding to a high standard.

Key responsibilities

• Set out and mark up materials according to engineering drawings.
• Prepare steel using saws, plasma cutters, grinders and drills.
• Assemble components using tack welding, clamps, jigs and fixtures.
• Fit end plates, stiffeners and cleats.
• Operate overhead cranes safely and efficiently.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Fabricator Welder working with structural steel.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings.
• Experience using saws, plasma cutters, grinders and drills.
• MIG welding experience.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline.

Required skills

• MIG welding
• Engineering drawing interpretation
• Saw operation
• Plasma cutting
• Grinding
• Drilling
• Overhead crane operation (licence preferred)

What we offer

• Pay £16.00‑£20.42 per hour (permanent rate after successful temporary period).
• Full‑time schedule: Monday‑Friday 8:00‑16:30 with a 40‑minute lunch break and two paid 10‑minute tea breaks.
• Statutory pension, 22 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Free parking and a supportive workshop team.