Tig Welder

A well-established engineering and manufacturing business is looking for an experienced Welder / Fabricator to join its production team.

This is a varied, hands-on role involving the fabrication and TIG welding of bespoke stainless-steel food processing equipment for both UK and international customers.

The Role

You will be responsible for welding and fabricating stainless steel components and assemblies, working with materials ranging from 1mm to 12mm thickness. The role includes pipework and purge welding, along with general fabrication and sheet-metal work.

Key responsibilities include:

TIG welding stainless steel from 1mm–12mm thickness Fabrication and assembly of bespoke equipment Stainless-steel pipework and purge welding Reading and interpreting engineering drawings Working to specified tolerances and bend allowances Operating sheet-metal and fabrication machinery Producing high-quality work to engineering standards Working effectively as part of a production team Supporting installation work at customer sites when required Maintaining high standards of health & safety, quality and housekeeping

About You

The successful Welder / Fabricator will ideally have:

Proven TIG welding and fabrication experience Experience working with stainless steel Experience with pipework and purge welding Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Good understanding of tolerances and bend allowances Experience using sheet-metal/fabrication machinery Strong attention to detail and quality Good understanding of workplace health & safety Ability to work independently and as part of a team A City & Guilds qualification in Welding/Fabrication or a recognised engineering apprenticeship would be advantageous, although relevant hands-on experience will also be considered.

Working Hours

39 hours per week, Monday to Friday:

Monday: 7:30am – 4:00pm Tuesday: 7:30am – 4:30pm Wednesday & Thursday: 7:30am – 5:00pm Friday: 7:30am – 12:00pm 10-minute morning break and 30-minute lunch break