Welder

Job description

Overview:

This role is responsible for the high-quality, cost-effective fabrication of components to support the production and maintenance of new and used machinery. Working from technical drawings and sketches, the Fabricator/Welder will contribute to efficient and accurate manufacturing processes in alignment with business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fabricate components using stainless and mild steel sheets and sections
• Perform welding using MIG, TIG, and Manual Metal Arc techniques
• Execute manual cutting operations using plasma and flame cutting methods
• Weld to insurance and industry standards (e.g., BS5500 / BS EN 286); coded welders will undergo in-house testing for competency
• Interpret technical drawings and translate them into efficient fabrication solutions

Skills & Experience:

• Strong welding and fabrication abilities, including cutting, marking out, squaring, and bending
• Proficiency in operating metalworking machinery and tools such as guillotines, rolls, brake presses, and hand tools
• Experience working to technical drawings and manufacturing instructions

Salary:

£36,500-£40,500 - £17 to £18 Per Hour

Overtime rate paid at 1.5X times

Immediate Start!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hook

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English