Fabricator Welder

Serve Talent; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Workplace pension

Life assurance

Overtime

Free on-site parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Optional company events

Job summary

Serve Talent in Ipswich is seeking a skilled Fabricator/Welder to join its engineering and manufacturing team. You will fabricate, weld, and assemble metal components from engineering drawings to exact standards, using MIG/TIG welding and workshop machinery.

The role requires independence and teamwork, strong attention to detail, and flexibility to cover tasks beyond core duties. Hours are Monday to Thursday 7.30am - 4.00pm; Friday 7.30am - 1.00pm; salary is negotiable with benefits including

Qualifications

• Proven experience in welding, fabrication, and sheet metal work.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Conduct MIG/TIG welding and general metal fabrication.
• Fabricate and assemble metal components for industrial equipment.
• Operate workshop machinery and perform quality checks on assemblies.
• Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised workshop.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Sheet metal

Engineering drawings

Reading specs

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Workshop machinery

Job description

Job Title: Fabricator/Welder

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Salary: Negotiable

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7.30am - 4.00pm; Friday, 7.30am - 1.00pm

The Opportunity

An established and highly respected engineering and manufacturing organisation based in Suffolk is seeking a skilled and reliable Fabricator/Welder to join its growing manufacturing team. The business specialises in the design, fabrication, and production of high-quality power generating equipment for the industrial and marine sectors. With over 80 years of experience, the organisation has built a strong reputation for craftsmanship, reliability, and delivering robust, British-made products to customers across the UK and beyond. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering environment where traditional fabrication skills are combined with modern technology to deliver high-quality industrial equipment.

The Role

As a Fabricator/Welder, you will be responsible for fabricating, welding, and assembling metal components to precise standards. Working from engineering drawings and technical specifications, you will use a range of workshop machinery and equipment to produce high-quality components and finished assemblies. The role would suit an experienced Fabricator/Welder who takes pride in their workmanship, has strong attention to detail, and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider manufacturing team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Conducting MIG/TIG welding and general metal fabrication to precise standards
• Fabricating and assembling metal components for industrial equipment
• Operating workshop machinery, including press brakes, guillotines, saws, drills, and associated equipment
• Performing fitting, finishing, and quality checks on completed assemblies where required
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised workshop
• Working with Rockwool and other insulation materials
• Taking a flexible approach and being willing to undertake tasks outside of typical Fabricator/Welder duties
• Successfully passing a down-hand butt and fillet weld test using MIG

About You

The successful candidate is likely to have:

• Proven experience in welding, fabrication, and sheet metal work
• Experience with MIG/TIG welding and general metal fabrication
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Strong attention to detail and pride in the quality of your work
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A flexible and positive approach to supporting wider workshop requirements
• The ability to meet the required welding standard through a down-hand butt and fillet weld test using MIG

What's on Offer

• Competitive and negotiable salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Workplace pension
• Life assurance / death in service benefit
• Overtime available at time and a half during busier periods
• Free on-site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Optional company events

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