Fabricator welder

BSW Timber; Dalbeattie; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the timber industry is seeking a Fabricator/Welder based in Dalbeattie. The role requires evaluating engineering drawings, using hand and power tools, and ensuring adherence to safety practices. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for career development in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Discounted rate on BSW products

Employee benefits portal

Confidential 24/7 support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Company sick pay

Funded learning opportunities

Life Assurance policy

Qualifications

• Solid background in fabrication, ideally in manufacturing.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Sound understanding of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

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 June 2025

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