Fabricator Welder

Workforce Staffing Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a skilled Fabricator Plater Welder to join a dynamic team in a modern engineering facility. This role involves performing MIG and TIG welding per stringent standards and working with heavy-duty steel fabrications. The ideal candidate should have experience in heavy fabrication, relevant welding certifications, and a commitment to health and safety. This position offers a competitive hourly wage, overtime pay, and a comprehensive benefits package including holiday entitlement and a company pension scheme. Join a team dedicated to quality and safety in challenging projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Ongoing development support

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MIG & TIG welding techniques.
• Experience with heavy fabrication and structural steel.
• Welding Certification compliant with BS EN ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding following BS EN ISO standards.
• Maintain certifications for welding standards.
• Fabricate and assemble structural steel components.
• Safely operate overhead cranes for large components.
• Ensure weld quality meets NDT standards.

Skills

MIG & TIG welding techniques

Heavy fabrication experience

Welding Certification BS EN ISO 9606-1:2017

Heavy Equipment Handling

Inspection Knowledge

Health & Safety Commitment

Tools

Overhead cranes

Lifting equipment

Job description

Job Title: Fabricator Plater Welder

Location: Kingswinford, West Midlands

Salary: £15.00 - £16.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Overtime: Paid at 1.5x after 37 hours per week

Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 07:30 - 16:00
• Friday: 07:30 - 12:30

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Plater Fabricator to join our dynamic and skilled fabrication team in a modern, ISO‑certified engineering facility. As part of our team, you will play a key role in producing heavy‑duty steel fabrications and structural components for demanding industries such as nuclear, subsea, oil & gas, mining, scientific research, and power generation.

Key Responsibilities

• MIG & TIG Welding: Perform welding in line with BS EN ISO (phone number removed):2017+A1:2019 Level 2 standards.
• Certification Maintenance: Qualify and maintain certifications to BS EN ISO 9606-1:2017 welding standards.
• Fabrication: Work with carbon and stainless‑steel components ranging from 6mm to 100mm thick.
• Structural Fabrication: Fabricate and assemble structural profiles such as beams, columns, channels, and angles.
• Overhead Cranes: Safely operate overhead cranes and lifting equipment for handling large components.
• Quality Compliance: Ensure all welds meet contract‑specific NDT standards (DPI, MPI, UT) as required.
• Precision Work: Contribute to a quality‑driven environment, ensuring high standards of craftsmanship and compliance.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in MIG & TIG welding techniques.
• Experience with heavy fabrication and structural steel, particularly in large‑scale projects.
• Welding Certification: Must be certified or eligible for certification to BS EN ISO 9606-1:2017.
• Heavy Equipment Handling: Comfortable using cranes, slings, and other lifting equipment.
• Inspection Knowledge: Understanding of third‑party inspection techniques, including dye penetrant, magnetic particle, and ultrasonic testing.
• Health & Safety Commitment: A strong focus on maintaining health and safety standards in the workplace.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive Hourly Rate: £15.00 to 16.00 (depending on experience).
• Overtime: Paid at 1.5x rate after 37 hours worked.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including holiday entitlement and company pension scheme.
• Challenging Projects: Work on complex, high‑specification projects within a specialist engineering environment.
• Ongoing Development: Support for skills development, including certification renewal.
• Collaborative Work Environment: Join a team that values precision, quality, and safety.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Plater Fabricator looking to take on challenging and varied projects in a professional, well‑equipped environment. If you're passionate about quality work, safety, and continuous development, we want to hear from you.

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