Fabricator

Mansell Recruitment Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Manual Machinist / Fabricator / Welder to join a high-performance engineering team based in Southampton. The role involves machining and fabricating precision components with international travel for global events. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in precision fabrication, welding, and manual machining. The role offers an enhanced travel rate and great opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Enhanced travel rate

Lieu days for weekends worked

Qualifications

• Proven experience in precision fabrication and welding.
• Background in marine, motorsport, or high-performance engineering.
• Strong understanding of tolerances and precision measurement.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and machine components in various metals.
• Operate manual lathes, mills, and TIG welding equipment.
• Manage the mobile machine shop at international events.
• Support engineering repairs under time pressure.

Skills

Precision fabrication

Welding

Manual machining

TIG welding

MIG welding

Problem-solving

Interpreting engineering drawings

Tools

Manual lathes

Mills

Welding equipment

Job description

My client are seeking an experienced and motivated Manual Machinist / Fabricator / Welder to join their high-performance engineering team. The role is based in Southampton with frequent international travel to support global events. You'll be responsible for machining and fabricating precision components and maintaining equipment both in the workshop and at event sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate and machine components in steel, aluminium, stainless steel, and titanium
• Operate manual lathes, mills, and welding equipment (TIG essential; MIG desirable)
• Manage and maintain the mobile machine shop at international events
• Support general engineering, repairs, and mechanical operations under time pressure
• Maintain stock, consumables, and workshop organisation
• Ensure all work meets high-quality and safety standards

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in precision fabrication, welding, and manual machining
• Background in marine, motorsport, or high-performance engineering
• Strong understanding of tolerances and precision measurement
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and work independently
• Organised, detail-oriented, and capable of problem-solving in fast-paced environments
• Willing to travel internationally for extended periods

Roughly 150 days a year away from home. When not travelling, you will be based out of Southampton.

Enhanced rate of 1.5 times the general day rate when working away and lieu days given if required to work weekends.

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