Welder/ Fabricator in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire

We are looking for an experienced Fabricator / Welder to join our team.

This is a hands-on role suited to a skilled fabricator who is confident working from engineering drawings and can produce high-quality work using MIG and TIG welding. The position will involve a mixture of workshop-based fabrication and on-site fitting, so applicants should be comfortable working in both environments.

The Role

As a Fabricator / Welder, your responsibilities will include:

• Fabricating and assembling metal structures and components to drawings and specifications
• Carrying out MIG and TIG welding to a high standard
• MMA welding where required – experience would be beneficial but is not essential
• Reading and interpreting engineering and fabrication drawings
• Measuring, cutting, shaping, preparing and finishing materials
• Using hand tools, power tools and fabrication equipment safely and effectively
• Carrying out workshop fabrication as well as on-site fitting and installation
• Checking completed work to ensure it meets the required quality and dimensional standards
• Identifying and resolving fabrication or fitting issues where required
• Working closely with other members of the team to meet project and production deadlines
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment and following all health and safety procedures

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven welding and fabrication experience
• Good MIG and TIG welding skills
• Experience working from engineering drawings
• Good mechanical knowledge and practical problem-solving ability
• Confidence using hand tools, power tools and fabrication equipment
• Good measuring and basic maths skills
• The ability to work accurately and produce a high standard of finish
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Flexibility to work both in the workshop and on customer/project sites
• A full UK driving licence

Experience with MMA welding would be an advantage.

What We Offer

• Varied fabrication and welding work
• A mixture of workshop and site-based projects
• Opportunity to work on a range of fabrication projects
• Supportive team environment
• Competitive pay, dependent on skills and experience
• Cleint is open to temp, temp to perm and permanent applicants