Fabrication Welder

Ashton Recruitment Ltd.; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

240 hours annual leave per year (≈30天)

5% employee pension contribution

5% employer pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

1 paid volunteering day per year

Modern manufacturing environment

Long-term career development

Job summary

Ashton Recruitment Ltd. are recruiting on behalf of a global engineering and manufacturing organisation for a skilled Fabrication Welder based in Monkstown, Northern Ireland.

The role focuses on MIG welding of mild steel components, interpreting engineering drawings and delivering high-quality welds in line with specifications. You will work Monday to Thursday 6:00am–3:00pm and Friday 6:00am–12:00pm on a permanent basis, with 240 hours of annual leave and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Essential: Level 3 Apprenticeship, NVQ or equivalent in Fabrication/Welding, or relevant industry experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail with focus on quality and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out MIG welding on mild steel components.
• Producing high-quality welds in line with drawings and specifications.
• Reading and interpreting drawings, ensuring workmanship meets standards.
• Setting up welding equipment and maintaining safety practices.
• Supporting continuous improvement in the fabrication department.

Skills

MIG welding

Read drawings

Fabrication

Education

Level 3 Apprenticeship / NVQ in Fabrication/Welding

Job description

Ashton Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client, a global engineering and manufacturing organisation specialising in wet processing equipment for the natural processing and waste recycling sectors.

Job Title: Fabrication Welder
Location: Monkstown, Northern Ireland
Pay Rate: £16.20 per hour
Hours of Work: Monday - Thursday, 6:00am - 3:00pm | Friday, 6:00am - 12:00pm
Job Type: Permanent

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced and skilled Fabrication Welder to join their manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or experienced welder/fabricator to join a well-established global engineering company, working on the manufacture of high-quality equipment and components.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive pay rate (Rates reviewed annually in March)
• 240 hours annual leave per year (Approximately 30 days)
• 5% employee / 5% employer pension contribution through Aegon
• Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential access to GP and counselling services
• 1 paid volunteering day per year
• Opportunity to work within a modern manufacturing environment
• Excellent opportunity for long-term career development

The Role

Reporting directly to the Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for carrying out fabrication and welding duties to a high standard, ensuring all work is completed safely, accurately and in accordance with engineering drawings, welding specifications and company quality standards.

Duties will include:

• Carrying out MIG welding on mild steel components
• Producing high-quality welds in line with engineering drawings and welding specifications
• Inspecting and verifying weld accuracy and integrity
• Preparing materials for welding through grinding, drilling, milling, tapping and cutting
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and shop orders
• Setting up and safely operating welding and fabrication equipment
• Completing first-off and in-process inspections in accordance with company quality standards
• Working to agreed production schedules and achieving required output targets
• Carrying out routine and preventative maintenance on welding and fabrication equipment
• Monitoring equipment condition and reporting maintenance requirements promptly
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and 5S within the work area
• Supporting continuous improvement activities within the fabrication department
• Assisting with the development and improvement of jigs and fixtures to improve accuracy, efficiency and repeatability
• Working closely with colleagues and sharing knowledge to support cross-training
• Following all company Health & Safety and environmental procedures at all times

Essential Criteria

• Level 3 Apprenticeship, NVQ OR equivalent qualification in Fabrication/Welding, or relevant industry experience
• Previous experience working within a similar fabrication or welding environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Good understanding of fabrication processes and workshop practices
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy
• Ability to work effectively as part of a busy manufacturing team
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of Health & Safety

Additional Information

All successful candidates will be required to complete and pass a fabrication and weld test following interview and before employment is confirmed.

The successful candidate will be expected to work to agreed production schedules while maintaining the required standards of quality, safety and efficiency.

If you are an experienced Fabrication Welder looking for a permanent opportunity with a globally recognized engineering and manufacturing organisation, we would love to hear from you.