Precision Mechanical Fabricator for Live Event Systems

TAIT; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Medicash health cashback plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Cycle to Work scheme

Income protection / critical illness

Private medical insurance

Paid annual leave 22 days

UK bank holidays

Job summary

TAIT is seeking a Mechanical Fabricator in Pontefract to join our team and contribute to a range of bespoke projects. You will weld, fabricate, and assemble components across mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium, using MIG and TIG processes to tight tolerances.

The role also covers mechanical fitting of gearboxes, motors, drive systems, and other moving mechanisms used in performance stages. You will read engineering drawings, build custom frameworks, and align moving parts while

Qualifications

• Experience in custom welding and fabrication with certifications.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings confidently.
• Proficient use of fabrication tools and precision measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate structural and architectural components using MIG/TIG/MMA welding to meet specifications.
• Work with mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium materials.
• Construct custom metal frameworks, fascia structures, deck platforms, and mounting assemblies.
• Use cutting, rolling, and bending equipment to form components.
• Adhere to welding procedures and ensure high finish quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Assemble mechanical systems including bearings, motors, gearboxes, and pulleys.
• Fit and align moving parts for smooth mechanical function.
• Perform functional testing and basic fault finding on mechanical systems.
• Read from schematics and layout plans to complete assemblies.
• Maintain organized work area and uphold health & safety standards.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and installation teams to resolve build challenges.
• Conduct in‑process quality checks and ensure project specifications are met.

Skills

Welding Certifications

Mechanical aptitude

Interpret engineering drawings

Tool safety awareness

Time management

Tools

Saws

Grinders

Drills

Press brakes

Measuring equipment

Job description

TAIT is seeking a Mechanical Fabricator in Pontefract to join our team and contribute to a range of bespoke projects. You will weld, fabricate, and assemble components across mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium, using MIG and TIG processes to tight tolerances.

The role also covers mechanical fitting of gearboxes, motors, drive systems, and other moving mechanisms used in performance stages. You will read engineering drawings, build custom frameworks, and align moving parts while