Mechanical Fabricator II - Night Shift

TAIT; Haverhill; Vor Ort; GBP 32.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Pension scheme

Life cover 4x

Health cashback

EAP

Cycle to work

Income protection

Private medical insurance

Annual leave 22 days

Bank holidays

Zusammenfassung

TAIT seeks a Mechanical Fabricator to join its live-events fabrication team in the UK. You will fabricate structural components and assemble moving stage systems using MIG/TIG/MMA welding across metals including mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium.

You will read mechanical drawings, work from schematics, and ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery while collaborating with design, engineering and installation groups on challenging projects.

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience in custom welding and fabrication (Welding Certifications).
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with machine assembly or mechanical builds.
• Ability to interpret engineering and fabrication drawings confidently.
• Familiarity with safe use of fabrication tools and machinery (saws, grinders, drills, press brakes, etc.).
• Skilled in the use of hand tools and precision measuring equipment for mechanical fitting.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and meet production deadlines.

Aufgaben

• Fabricate structural and architectural components using MIG/TIG/MMA welding to require specifications.
• Work with mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium.
• Construct custom metal frameworks, fascia structures, deck platforms, and mounting assemblies tailored to project requirements.
• Use cutting, rolling, and bending equipment to form components as needed.
• Adhere to welding procedures and quality standards, ensuring high finish quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Assemble mechanical systems including bearings, motors, gearboxes, pulleys, linear rails, and other components used in stage machinery.
• Fit and align moving parts to ensure smooth and safe mechanical function.
• Perform functional testing and basic fault finding on mechanical systems.
• Work from mechanical schematics, exploded drawings, and layout plans to complete assemblies.
• Maintain an organized and tidy work area, adhering to health & safety standards.
• Support cross-functional collaboration with design, engineering, and installation teams to resolve build challenges.
• Conduct in-process quality checks and ensure all work meets project specifications and safety requirements.
• Handle materials in line with company procedures, including inventory checks and waste minimization.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to fabrication, assembly, and workflow.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical aptitude

Interpret drawings

Time management

Hand tools

Ausbildung

Welding Certifications

Tools

Saws

Grinders

Drills

Press brakes

Jobbeschreibung

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock 'n' roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT's 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics

Position Purpose

The Mechanical Fabricator plays a critical role in the manufacture and assembly of a wide range of bespoke projects including structural fabrications, fascia's and show decks, and mechanically driven stage machinery. This position combines high-quality welding and fabrication with mechanical build and fitting, supporting both static structures and dynamic, moving systems.

Essential Responsibilities

• Fabricate structural and architectural components using MIG/TIG/MMA welding to require specifications.
• Work with various materials including mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium.
• Construct custom metal frameworks, fascia structures, deck platforms, and mounting assemblies tailored to project requirements.
• Use cutting, rolling, and bending equipment to form components as needed.
• Adhere to welding procedures and quality standards, ensuring high finish quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Assemble mechanical systems including bearings, motors, gearboxes, pulleys, linear rails, and other components used in stage machinery.
• Fit and align moving parts to ensure smooth and safe mechanical function.
• Perform functional testing and basic fault finding on mechanical systems.
• Work from mechanical schematics, exploded drawings, and layout plans to complete assemblies.
• Maintain an organized and tidy work area, adhering to health & safety standards.
• Support cross-functional collaboration with design, engineering, and installation teams to resolve build challenges.
• Conduct in-process quality checks and ensure all work meets project specifications and safety requirements.
• Handle materials in line with company procedures, including inventory checks and waste minimization.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to fabrication, assembly, and workflow.

Position Requirements

• Proven experience in custom welding and fabrication (Welding Certifications)
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with machine assembly or mechanical builds.
• Ability to interpret engineering and fabrication drawings confidently.
• Familiarity with safe use of fabrication tools and machinery (saws, grinders, drills, press brakes, etc.).
• Skilled in the use of hand tools and precision measuring equipment for mechanical fitting.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and meet production deadlines

TAIT Benefits

• Competitive pension scheme with employer contributions
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Medicash health cashback plan (covering dental, optical, and more)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 support
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Income protection / critical illness cover
• Optional private medical insurance (role/level dependent)
• Paid annual leave starting at 22 days, increasing with service
• UK bank holidays

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.