Fitter Fabricator (Maintenance)

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd; Walliswood; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in building materials is seeking a Fitter Fabricator in Walliswood. This hands-on role requires basic welding skills, teamwork, and a safety-oriented approach. Responsibilities include repairing kiln cars and maintaining high standards. The position offers an annual salary of £35,000 – £37,000, along with flexible hours and career growth opportunities. Join us to build a better future.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Overtime Available

Full Training

Career Growth Opportunities

Company Pension & Life Assurance

SIP Share Scheme

Flexible Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• Enjoys hands‑on, physical work and takes pride in maintaining high standards.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain steelwork and main frames of kiln cars.
• Perform basic welding and tacking.
• Replace damaged refractory blocks.
• Maintain stock levels of key materials.
• Conduct running repairs and lubrication.

Skills

Basic welding and fabrication experience

Ability to read and interpret fabrication engineering drawings

Team-oriented attitude

Experience in a factory or manufacturing environment

Good general safety awareness

Physical fitness

Job description

Fitter Fabricator

Join a Global Leader in Building Materials and Infrastructure Solutions offering flexible working hours and good overtime options

We are a leading international provider of high-performance building materials and infrastructure solutions. Every day, we help shape the future of construction and improve the quality of life through innovation, sustainability, and teamwork.

We’re currently seeking a Fitter Fabricator to join our maintenance team. This hands‑on role is key to ensuring the performance and safety of our kiln car systems – the critical transport units that move bricks in and out of our kilns and dryers.

Location: Ewhurst Full-Time | Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm (40 hours / week). Client offers flexibility for you to start earlier or later if you choose to.

£35,000 – £37,000 per year (including allowances and bonuses)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Repairing and maintaining steelwork and main frames of kiln cars
• Performing basic welding and tacking
• Straightening kiln car decks and replacing damaged refractory blocks
• Maintaining stock levels of key materials
• Repairing and greasing kiln car axles and wheels
• Stripping and rebuilding kiln car refractory structures
• Conducting running repairs and lubrication
• Recording material usage and maintaining accurate stock & repair records
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and safety

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who enjoys hands‑on, physical work and takes pride in maintaining high standards. You’ll also need:

• Basic welding and fabrication experience
• The ability to read and interpret fabrication engineering drawings
• A flexible, team‑oriented attitude with a willingness to learn
• Previous experience in a factory or manufacturing environment
• Good general safety awareness and a commitment to safe working practices
• Physical fitness to perform manual tasks regularly

Ideal background

Welder Fabricator, Mechanical Fitter, Sheet Metal Worker, Grinder, Maintenance Fitter, maintenance engineer plater / plating or Trailer Body Builder.

Why Join Us?

• Weekly Pay – stable, regular earnings
• Overtime Available – boost your income
• Full Training – develop specialist skills
• Career Growth Opportunities – grow with us
• Company Pension & Life Assurance
• SIP Share Scheme – become a shareholder
• Flexible Benefits Platform – including health, well‑being & money‑saving perks

Ready to Roll Up Your Sleeves?

If you're ready to take the next step in your maintenance or fabrication career with a global industry leader, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and start building your future with us.

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