Fabricator Welder

Hiremate; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hiremate is seeking skilled fabricators to read engineering drawings and interpret technical specs. The role involves MIG and TIG welding on various metals, fabricating and assembling steel structures, and producing bespoke components such as stairs and mezzanines.

You will cut, shape, form and prepare metal parts, operate plasma cutters and grinders, and ensure dimensions meet spec. A clean, safe workshop and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Demonstrated focus on quality workmanship.
• Strong teamwork and communication in a fabrication workshop.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings and specs to manufacture bespoke fabrications.
• Carry out MIG and TIG welding on mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium.
• Fabricate, fit, assemble and weld structural steelwork, beams and frames.
• Manufacture bespoke products such as staircases, platforms and mezzanine floors.
• Cut, shape, form and prepare metal sections using workshop machinery.
• Use plasma cutting equipment, welding machinery and grinders.
• Measure, mark out and ensure components meet dimensions and tolerances.
• Complete welding/fabrication in line with welding procedures and quality standards.
• Inspect finished welds and components for high-quality workmanship.
• Work with other fabricators and engineers to meet deadlines.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop.

Skills

Reading drawings

Quality workmanship

Team collaboration

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Plasma cutting

Fabrication equipment

Job description

Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications to manufacture bespoke metal fabrications.

• Carry out MIG and TIG welding on mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium.
• Fabricate, fit, assemble and weld structural steelwork, beams, frames and heavy‑duty components.
• Manufacture bespoke products including steel staircases, platforms, mezzanine floors, storage tanks, generator housings and industrial machinery components.
• Cut, shape, form and prepare metal sections and plates using workshop machinery and fabrication equipment.
• Use plasma cutting equipment, welding machinery, grinders and other fabrication tools.
• Measure, mark out and ensure all components are manufactured accurately to specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Complete welding and fabrication work in line with relevant welding procedures and quality standards.
• Inspect finished welds and fabricated components, ensuring high‑quality workmanship.
• Work alongside other fabricators, welders and engineers to complete projects within production deadlines.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop environment.