Fabricator / Welder

Siltbuster Ltd; Stafford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime pay

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Holiday buying

Medical cash plan

Pension scheme

Life assurance 3x salary

Employee discount scheme

EAP and Mental Health First Aiders

Employee referral scheme

Development and training

Job summary

Workdry International Ltd in Staffordshire seeks a skilled Fabricator / Welder for our Specialist Repair Centre in Hixon, Stafford. You will manufacture, modify and repair metal components to drawings, using MIG welding and various fabrication tools.

The role requires a Level 3 Diploma in Fabrication and Welding Engineering Technology, plus experience reading drawings and welding to high standards. We offer a competitive salary, overtime, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension and more.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Fabrication and Welding Engineering Technology.
• Proven experience of fabrication and MIG welding to a high standard.
• Experience with various fabrication tools and equipment.
• Experience in bespoke specialised fabrication tasks.
• Forklift licence.
• Good reading of engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fabrication/welding to manufacture, modify and repair items.
• Follow engineering drawings and specifications precisely.
• Inspect and test welded joints for quality and tolerance.
• Dismantle metal structures and perform basic non-destructive testing.
• Safely operate FLT on site.
• Maintain tools and equipment; keep area clean and organized.
• Model professional workmanship and support colleagues.
• Suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Skills

MIG welding

Reading drawings

Fabrication

Forklift licence

maths

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Fabrication and Welding Engineering Technology

Tools

Guillotine

Plasma Cutter

Steel Benders

Pillar Drills

Grinders

Tapping

Job description

Our Business

Workdry International is the UK's leading provider of water pumps and industrial wastewater treatment products and services. The company operates under two complementary trading businesses and is the holding company for Selwood Ltd and Siltbuster Ltd.

With a pedigree spanning seven decades, Selwood is an innovative business with a cutting-edge approach to customer service, product development, manufacture and quality. We are world leaders in pump manufacturing and the leading pump rental solutions company in the UK.

About The Role

We are looking for a Fabricator / Welder to join the team based at our Specialist Repair Centre in Hixon, Stafford. You'll be responsible for the manufacture, modification and repair of parts and assemblies metal components, to approved specified engineering drawings or instruction, through the safe and cost-effective use of resources, materials and equipment.

Main Responsibilities

• To carry out all fabrication / welding activities to manufacture, modify and repair items and components, including cutting, measuring, and joining metal pieces/structures, using various fabrication tooling and equipment.
• Accurately follow engineering diagrams, drawings, specifications, or other instructions to ensure exact output.
• Inspect and test welded joints for quality, strength, and tolerance.
• Dismantle metal structures and perform basic non-destructive testing methods.
• Safely operate FLT on site.
• Perform work and operate, store, and maintain all tools, machinery, and equipment safely.
• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean, tidy, and well organised and maintained.
• Set a professional example of good workmanship, management, and discipline. Take a proactive, positive flexible and adaptable approach to work and be supportive of your colleagues.
• Identify and recommend any opportunities to improve our processes, systems, products, and innovations to help us become more effective and efficient in the way we operate.

Qualifications And Experience

• Level 3 Diploma in Fabrication and Welding Engineering Technology.
• Proven experience of fabrication and MIG welding to a high standard.
• Demonstrable experience of performing fabrication/work activities to a high standard and using different fabrication tooling and equipment including but not limited to Guillotine, Plasma Cutter, Steel Benders, Pillar Drills, Grinders & Tapping.
• Experience in general and bespoke specialised fabrication tasks/jobs.
• Forklift licence.
• Good awareness of surface preparation and finishing applications.
• Experience of working to ISO 9001 and CE Quality Standards.
• Good ability to read, interpret and work accurately from engineering drawings with minimal supervision.
• Basic maths and design skills.
• Be self-motivated and reliable with a strong work ethic.

• What we can offer you
• We understand balancing work and life commitments isn't always easy, that's why we've designed our benefits package to support you in all areas of life.
• Competitive salary
• Eligible for overtime pay (for additional hours and call outs)
• 25 days holiday (plus length of service increases) + 8 Bank Holidays
• Holiday buying (up to an additional week)
• Medical cash plan for yourself – reimburse health costs e.g. dentist or optician, access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships
• Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary
• Life assurance protection at 3 x salary
• Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Employee referral scheme (up to £1,000 per referral)
• Support for development and training

EDI Statement

Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.