Maintenance Fabricator / Welder

Tata Steel UK; Wednesfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Steel UK is seeking a skilled Maintenance Fabricator / Welder to support the Engineering function with high-quality fabrication and welding for breakdown repairs and planned maintenance. You will work in a team to improve equipment reliability, maximise plant availability, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

This hands-on role requires experience in MIG/arc welding, reading engineering drawings, and a strong commitment to safety and quality in a heavy-industry environment.

Qualifications

• ONC, City & Guilds, or equivalent in a relevant fabrication/welding discipline.
• Proven experience in fabrication and welding within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in welding techniques such as MIG and arc welding.
• Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience of preventative maintenance and continuous improvement practices.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation (e.g. PUWER, LOLER).
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fabrication and welding repairs to support breakdown and maintenance activities.
• Ensure all repairs are completed in line with recognised engineering standards and best practice.
• Support maintenance teams in diagnosing issues and preventing repeat failures.
• Record and feedback root causes, spare requirements, and emerging issues via maintenance systems (e.g. Pirana).
• Manage and prioritise fabrication work across the Steelpark to meet operational demands.
• Interpret engineering drawings and produce high-quality fabrication work.
• Participate in planned maintenance activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote and comply with Tata Steel Health & Safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and challenge unsafe practices to ensure a safe working environment.
• Support and mentor apprentices and new team members.

Skills

Mig welding

Arc welding

Reading drawings

Preventive maintenance

Health & Safety

Education

ONC/City & Guilds in fabrication/welding

Job description

Job Description

Job title: Maintenance Fabricator / Welder

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus benefits

Closing Date: Sunday 27th September 2026

We believe that our strength is not just in our steel but the diversity of our workforce. Our people make the difference.

Are you a skilled fabricator and welder looking to play a vital role in maintaining and improving critical production assets? At Tata Steel, we’re transforming for a sustainable future – and our Engineering teams are central to keeping our operations safe, efficient, and world-class.

The Role

As a Maintenance Fabricator / Welder, you’ll support the Engineering function by carrying out high-quality fabrication and welding activities to enable breakdown repairs and planned maintenance.

Working within a team environment, you’ll help ensure equipment reliability, maximise plant availability, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong technical expertise, problem‑solving ability, and a commitment to safety and quality.

What you’ll do

• Carry out fabrication and welding repairs to support breakdown and maintenance activities
• Ensure all repairs are completed in line with recognised engineering standards and best practice
• Support maintenance teams in diagnosing issues and preventing repeat failures
• Record and feedback root causes, spare requirements, and emerging issues via maintenance systems (e.g. Pirana)
• Manage and prioritise fabrication work across the Steelpark to meet operational demands
• Interpret engineering drawings and produce high-quality fabrication work
• Participate in planned maintenance activities and continuous improvement initiatives
• Promote and comply with Tata Steel Health & Safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Conduct risk assessments and challenge unsafe practices to ensure a safe working environment
• Support and mentor apprentices and new team members

What you’ll need

We’re looking for a time‑served, experienced fabricator/welder with a strong background in manufacturing or heavy industry. You’ll be confident working both independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.

• ONC, City & Guilds, or equivalent in a relevant fabrication/welding discipline
• Proven experience in fabrication and welding within an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in welding techniques such as MIG and arc welding
• Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience of preventative maintenance and continuous improvement practices
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation (e.g. PUWER, LOLER)
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills
• IT literacy and experience using maintenance systems (desirable)