Fabricator Welder

Position: Fabricator / Welder
Location: Warwickshire
Salary: £36,050 basic - circa £40,000 OTE
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Benefits: Bonus scheme, 10% staff discount and additional company benefits
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HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy and Aerospace sectors. We have several permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas. The Role
 
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Fabricator / Welder to join a well-established and growing inland waterways boatyard based in Warwickshire.
 
This is a varied, hands-on position involving fabrication and welding work on marine vessels. You will also support the engineering team with basic mechanical work and general boatyard projects.
Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Fabricating and welding a variety of steel components for marine vessels.
• Carrying out hull repairs, modifications and general steelwork.
• Manufacturing and repairing hatches, lockers, rudders and other fabricated components.
• Completing MIG welding work to a consistently high standard.
• Supporting basic mechanical fitting, repairs and maintenance when required.
• Working alongside experienced engineers on boat repair and maintenance projects.
• Reading and working accurately from technical drawings.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and health and safety.
• Occasionally travelling to customer sites within the local area.
• Working occasional weekends when required.

Full training will be provided on the mechanical aspects of the position, so previous marine engineering experience is not essential.
 
Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous experience within fabrication and MIG welding is essential.
• ARC welding experience would be advantageous.
• TIG welding experience is desirable but not essential.
• Good practical and mechanical skills.
• Able to read technical drawings and work accurately.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
• Pride in producing high-quality workmanship.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to work occasional weekends.

Previous marine or boatyard experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience in structural steel, heavy plant, agriculture, automotive or other relevant engineering environments.
 
This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd, which has been appointed to act as the recruitment consultancy for this position.