Posted: 19 June
The role
Vacancy Fitter/Welder
Location: ReFood Dagenham
Hours: Permanent Full time Monday to Friday
Join ReFood Dagenham and Help Drive Continuous Improvement
ReFood is a leading food waste recycling and renewable energy company, transforming food waste into sustainable energy and valuable resources. We are looking for a skilled and motivated Fitter / Welder to join our Dagenham site.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fabricator and welder who enjoys working in a heavy industrial environment and wants to expand their mechanical engineering knowledge. We invest heavily in training and development, offering opportunities to gain additional qualifications such as Confined Space Entry, Plant Operations, and other specialist competencies.
Working closely with the Engineering Team, you will be responsible for measuring, fabricating, assembling, and welding stainless steel and low carbon steel (LCS) pipework, frameworks, flanges, and associated components to required specifications. You will also support maintenance activities across the site while contributing to our culture of continuous improvement.
Weekend working and overtime may occasionally be required to support high-priority maintenance activities. Any overtime will be agreed in advance with your manager.
Key Responsibilities
Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications
Measure, cut, shape, and prepare metal materials for fabrication
Assemble and align fabricated components to ensure accurate fit and functionality
Perform TIG, MIG, and Arc welding to a high standard
Inspect completed work to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with specifications
Repair damaged metal structures, machinery, and equipment components
Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and workshop equipment
Follow all Health & Safety procedures and site requirements
Support maintenance and repair activities across the plant
Assist with general workshop duties when required
Identify opportunities for plant modifications and continuous improvement initiatives to improve reliability, quality, and reduce downtime
What We're Looking For
Essential
Welding qualifications with valid certification
Experience working within a heavy industrial environment
Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Self-motivated, organised, and proactive approach
Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload effectively
Basic education including English and Mathematics
Desirable
Experience welding stainless steel pipework up to 6
Plant operation experience (Forklift Truck, MEWP)
Experience using maintenance data and logging systems for Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles including 5S/6S and 5 Why methodologies
Experience within manufacturing, recycling, or waste processing environments
Experience preparing formal documentation
General IT skills
Strong mechanical fault-finding abilities
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and overtime opportunities
Extensive training and development investment
Opportunity to gain additional qualifications and certifications
Exposure to broader mechanical engineering disciplines including bearings, gearboxes, pumps, and rotating equipment
Supportive team environment focused on continuous improvement
Long-term career development within a growing renewable energy business
If you are a skilled Welder/Fitter looking to develop your career within a progressive and environmentally focused organisation, we'd like to hear from you. (url removed)
