Welder/fabricator

**Role**

Reporting to Operations Manager you will be responsible for assembling and constructing metal products by cutting, bending, and welding materials according to specifications. You should be highly skilled in reading and interpreting technical drawings, as well as experienced in handling a variety of metal fabrication tools, equipment, and machinery.

The role will incorporate new builds, upgrades, repairs and decommissioning.

Your work will be to a high standard with a high degree of accuracy employing a right first-time philosophy

**Responsibilities**
- Review technical drawings and schematics to determine the requirements for metal fabrication projects.
- Cut, bend, and shape metal components using a range of fabrication equipment such as saws, lathes, drill presses, and grinders.
- Weld or join metal components together using various techniques and methods including MIG, TIG, and ARC welding.
- Assemble and construct metal products, ensuring that the final product is accurate, functional, and meets the required specifications.
- Conduct quality checks on finished products to ensure they meet safety and quality standards.
- Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Regularly maintain and clean all metal fabrication tools, equipment, and machinery used in the workshop.
- Collaborate with team members, including designers, engineers, and project managers to ensure project deadlines and objectives are met.
- Operate power tools correctly
- Requirements
- Proven experience as a Fabricator or a similar role in a manufacturing/fabrication environment

This Fabricator role requires an individual who is committed to quality and has strong attention to detail. We are looking for an adaptable, innovative, and enthusiastic problem-solver who is willing to continuously learn and grow their skills. If you fit this description and are passionate about metal fabrication, then we encourage you to apply
- Strong technical knowledge of metal fabrication techniques, tools, and machinery
- Excellent ability to read and interpret technical drawings
- Able to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects, and work in a variety of physical positions
- Expertise in welding techniques and procedures including MIG, TIG, and ARC
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot any issues that may arise during the fabrication process
- Excellent communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, designers, and project managers
- Willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new technologies and trends in the industry

**Skills & Experience**
- Ability to read and understand engineering plans and technical drawings
- Ability to work in a changing environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Analytical skills
- Problem solving

**Personal Skills**
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work alone or as part of a team

**Behavioural Competencies**
- Professionalism
- Critical - Attention to detail
- High Quality ethic
- Adaptable
- Time Management
- Problem solving
- Thrive in a pressurised environment
- Motivated
- Dedicated
- Methodical
- Assertive
- Team player

**Qualifications**
- Completion of welding / fabricator apprenticeship and 4 years experience in similar role

**Key Measures**
- Flexibility
- Safety
- Quality
- Delivery

Pay: £15.19-£15.89 per hour

Work Location: In person