Fabricator welder

BSW Timber; Dalbeattie; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Fabricator/Welder to join their dynamic maintenance team in Dalbeattie. This role involves evaluating engineering drawings, implementing welding specifications, and utilizing various hand and power tools. The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in fabrication, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of health and safety practices. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, this company offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to develop a long-term career in the timber industry.

Benefits

Discounted rate on BSW products

Employee benefits portal

24/7 Well-being support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Company sick pay

Funded learning opportunities

Life Assurance policy

Qualifications

• Solid background in fabrication within a manufacturing environment.
• Confident in working alone or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate engineering drawings and implement welding specifications.
• Use various hand and power tools while following site permits.

Skills

MMA welding

MIG welding

Excellent communication skills

Problem solving skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Computer-based systems

Job description

Fabricator/Welder

• Based Dalbeattie, DG5 4PL
• Flexible work pattern based around a 42.5 hour week

You will be a key member of our busy maintenance team, familiar with MMA and MIG welding processes.

Some responsibilities of a Fabricator/Welder include:

• Evaluate engineering drawings and ensure implementation according to welding specifications.
• Use of various hand and power tools.
• Use and follow site Permits to work.
• Assist maintenance teams as required.

About you:

Alongside your solid background in fabrication, preferably gained within a manufacturing environment, you are confident in working alone or alongside a team. You’ll be technically minded, keen to learn new skills and hold your work to a high level. In addition, you will have:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good understanding of computer-based systems and software.
• A high level of organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Problem solving skills.
• The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines in a busy environment.
• Sound understanding of health and safety practices.

About BSW:

BSW Group is the largest timber and forestry business in the UK, with operating divisions spanning the whole supply chain, from tree nurseries and woodland management to sawmilling and pallets.

We market 35 million saplings annually through the country’s leading commercial tree nursery, have planted a billion trees through Tilhill Forestry, supply sustainable timber products to an array of industries as BSW Timber, and manufacture millions of pallets a year as Scott Pallets. We work to keep industry moving and aim to be the most technically advanced timber business in the country.

With an ethos to use everything and waste nothing, we leverage technology and cutting-edge practices to supply the diverse demands of the UK, helping to build sustainable worlds.

Benefits:

In return, you can look forward to developing a long-term career with one of the industry’s leading employers. As well as the competitive salary, this position includes other benefits such as:

• Discounted rate on a range of BSW products including Woodfuel Direct.
• Employee benefits portal with access to exclusive deals and discounts on 100s of high street brands, utilities, eating out and more!
• Confidential 24/7 support with the Well-being hub.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Company sick pay.
• Funded learning and career development opportunities.
• Company provided Life Assurance policy.

Interested? Click APPLY to send us your CV and complete our online application form.
Closing date for applications: 30th April 2025
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