Fabricator

Framatome; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nuclear training

Pension 8%

Private health care

Cycle to work

Babbel language learning

Family leave

Job summary

Framatome UK is seeking a Fabricator for our Avonmouth team to support the delivery of fabrication and welding work within the nuclear sector. You will interpret drawings, produce stainless/ carbon steel welds, and uphold safety, quality, and regulatory standards on site.

The role focuses on contributing to process improvements, working closely with workshop staff, and delivering high-integrity fabrications in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge and experience in producing Stainless Steel / Carbon Steel weld configurations and material preparation.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of manufacturing scopes of work through fabrication/welding and related workshop activities.
• Interpret engineering drawings to produce high-integrity stainless steel fabrications for nuclear projects.
• Promote safe high-quality work environment by following standards and regulations.
• Contribute to development of fabrication and welding processes and procedures.
• Ensure workshop activities align with the schedule and supervisor instructions.

Job description

P - PRODUCTION - P4C - Welding assembling

Job Opening Title

Job type

Non fixed term

Energise Your Career with Framatome UK – Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear FutureFramatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 21,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services — all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is already 400 strong — and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming to reach 600 dedicated professionals in 2026.Whether you're an experienced Welder, Fabricator, Plater, Inspector, or other skilled trades professional, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects while developing your career within a supportive and growing organisation.

We are seeking a Fabricator to join our team in Avonmouth.

This role will support the delivery of key projects within the nuclear sector, working in a safety-focused environment where quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

What You’ll Be Doing

Support the delivery of manufacturing scopes of work through fabrication/welding and associated workshop activities ensuring business needs and objectives are satisfied.

• Understand and interpret engineering drawings to produce high-integrity Stainless Steel fabrications within the nuclear sector.
• Promote and maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Attend Daily Action Brief ensuring all daily risks and activities are throroughly understood.
• Provide assistance in the continuous development of fabrication and welding processes / procedures.
• Ensure workshop activities instructed by Workshop Supervisor / Production Manager are completed in accordance with workshop schedule.
• Provide input with internal NCRs and Observations when requested.
• Work closely with other workshop staff i.e. Welders, General Operatives, Storeman, Quality Inspectors.

Profile

What are we looking for?

We're interested in hearing from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Proven knowledge and experience of producing Stainless Steel / Carbon Steel weld configurations and material preparation as required.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.
• Competent in reading, understanding and interpreting engineering drawings / weld maps / specifications.
• Experience in working to processes, procedures and specifications.
• Questioning attitude.
• Good team working skills.
• Close attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team as well as under own initiative with a can-do attitude.

What's In It For You

• Nuclear standard training for career progression
• 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays
• 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
• Individual and family private health care
• Cashplan – Level 2 cover
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Professional Body Membership
• Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Babbel – learn a new language
• Generous family leave

We are an equal opportunity employer. We value and plan to continue to build on the benefits of our diverse working environment and recognise a priority to improve gender mix.

Everyone will be considered without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

The post is restricted due to the nature of the role and the export control regulations which apply. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required before employment begins.

Job location

United Kingdom, Bristol

Job family

Standard

Minimum level of education required

Non-Degree Program

Minimum level of experience required

Experienced

Background checking required

Non

Legal company

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative, digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20 000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at www.framatome.com, and follow us on Twitter: @Framatome_ and LinkedIn: Framatome. Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%).