We are looking for a skilled Welder Fabricator to join our workshop team. The role involves fabricating and welding mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium to produce high-quality bespoke components and assemblies. The successful candidate will have experience in both MIG and TIG welding, be confident working from technical drawings, and take pride in producing precise, well-finished work.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out welding and fabrication using MIG and TIG on mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium.
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Fabricate and assemble components from sheet, plate, tube, and box section.
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Read and interpret technical/engineering drawings accurately.
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Operate workshop equipment such as guillotines, press brakes, rollers, and CNC/laser profiling machinery.
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Grind, polish, and finish welds to a high visual and structural standard.
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Ensure fabrications meet required tolerances and customer specifications.
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Maintain safe working practices, correct use of PPE, and workshop housekeeping.
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Work both independently and collaboratively to deliver projects on time.
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Support occasional site work, installations, or dispatch activities when required.
Skills & Experience Required
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Proven experience in fabrication and welding of mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium.
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Proficiency in MIG and TIG welding techniques; ability to work to high standards of accuracy.
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Skilled in cutting, shaping, and forming metal parts into assemblies.
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Competence in reading and working from fabrication/engineering drawings.
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Good attention to detail, especially in achieving high-quality surface finishes.
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Understanding of safe working practices in a fabrication shop.
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Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work within a small team environment.
Desirable Qualifications / Attributes
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Recognised welding qualifications/certifications (MIG/TIG for stainless and aluminium).
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Experience with aluminium polishing/finishing techniques.
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Exposure to precision fabrication projects requiring tight tolerances.
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Flexible and adaptable approach with willingness to take on varied projects.
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Positive, proactive, and reliable attitude