Fabricator

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Pioneer Selection Ltd is seeking an experienced Fabricator for a permanent, days-based role in Carlisle, Cumbria. The position focuses on fabrication, welding, repair, and modification of heavy machinery and structures within a busy industrial environment.

You will work with an established maintenance team, reading drawings, measuring and cutting materials, and performing MIG/MAG welding to exacting standards. This role offers a secure, days-based schedule and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Fabricator, Welder/Fabricator or similar.
• Strong fabrication and welding experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Competent MIG/MAG welding skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fabrication and welding work on industrial machinery and equipment.
• Fabricate, repair and modify steel components and structures.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Measure, cut, drill and shape materials accurately.
• Carry out MIG/MAG welding and other welding techniques where required.
• Complete planned and reactive fabrication work.
• Carry out repairs and modifications to machinery and equipment.
• Work closely with the engineering and maintenance teams to minimise downtime.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and within required timescales.
• Maintain a safe and organised working environment.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures.

Skills

Fabrication

Welding

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Tools

MIG/MAG welding

Job description

Fabricator

Location: Carlisle, Cumbria

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum

Shift: Days

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Sector: Industrial

Job Role - Fabricator

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fabricator to join an established industrial business based in Carlisle.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Fabricator looking for a permanent days-based position, working within a busy industrial environment alongside an experienced engineering and maintenance team.

You will be responsible for carrying out fabrication, welding, repair and modification work on a range of industrial machinery, equipment and structural components.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out fabrication and welding work on industrial machinery and equipment.
• Fabricate, repair and modify steel components and structures.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Measure, cut, drill and shape materials accurately.
• Carry out MIG/MAG welding and other welding techniques where required.
• Complete planned and reactive fabrication work.
• Carry out repairs and modifications to machinery and equipment.
• Work closely with the engineering and maintenance teams to minimise downtime.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and within required timescales.
• Maintain a safe and organised working environment.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience as a Fabricator, Welder/Fabricator or similar.
• Strong fabrication and welding experience.
• Experience working within an industrial or heavy engineering environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Competent MIG/MAG welding skills.
• Good understanding of steel fabrication techniques.
• Strong practical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working with heavy industrial machinery.
• MMA/ARC welding experience.
• Structural steel fabrication experience.
• Mechanical or hydraulic knowledge.
• Experience carrying out machinery repairs and modifications.

The Fabricator Will Benefit From

• Upto £45,000 salary.
• Days-based working pattern.
• Permanent position with an established industrial business.
• Opportunities for progression and development.
• Varied fabrication and welding work.
• The opportunity to work on a range of heavy industrial machinery and equipment.

If you are an experienced Fabricator looking for a well-paid, permanent days-based position in Carlisle, this could be an excellent opportunity to take your next step.