Robotic Welder Operator

Recruitment Helpline Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Full-time, permanent employment

25 days' annual leave + 8 bank hols

Company pension scheme

Christmas period closure

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Recruitment Helpline Ltd is seeking an experienced Cobot Robotic Welder Operator in York (YO26). The role involves operating robotic welding cells, preparing components, and executing manual MIG/MAG welding as needed, with a focus on safety and quality.

You will inspect welds, read engineering drawings, maintain equipment, and support fabrication activities. A Monday–Friday, 39-hour schedule offers a full-time permanent opportunity with a competitive hourly rate and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in metal fabrication or structural engineering.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Hands-on experience with industrial robotic welding cells.
• Competence with hand and power tools and measuring equipment.
• Understanding weld quality and inspection requirements.
• A flexible, detail-oriented approach across automated and manual fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Operate Cobot Robotic Welding systems and prepare components.
• Perform visual and dimensional weld inspections and MIG/MAG welding.
• Maintain equipment and follow health and safety procedures.
• Support general fabrication activities to meet business needs.

Skills

Metal fabrication experience

Welding fixtures & jigs

Robotic welding cells

Reading drawings & welding symbols

Hand & power tools

Weld quality & inspection

Flexible across automated & manual

Tools

Grinders

Saws

Measuring equipment

Job description

An excellent opportunity for an experienced (Cobot) Robotic Welder Operator to join a well-established company.

Job Type

Full-Time, Permanent – 39 Hours Per Week

Salary

£16.00 - £21.00 Per Hour, Depending on Experience

Location

York YO26

Schedule

Monday to Friday

About the Company

Frustrated by the limitations of traditional tractor-mounted post drivers, the company founder, envisioned a smarter, more efficient solution for the industry. Drawing on years of hands-on experience as a professional fencing contractor, he set out to design a range of machinery that meets the demands of modern fencing work. Today that vision has evolved into a series of innovative machinery, built in house and designed to make life on the line easier, faster, and more profitable.

About the Role

The role will involve operating a Cobot Robotic Welding systems, preparing components, carrying out visual and dimensional weld inspections, and undertaking manual MIG/MAG welding and rework where required. You will also be expected to maintain equipment, follow health and safety procedures and support general fabrication activities to meet the changing needs of the business.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in metal fabrication, sheet metal or structural engineering.
• Knowledge of welding fixtures, jigs, and repeatable production processes.
• Hands-on experience operating industrial robotic welding cells.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Experience using hand and power tools, including grinders, saws and measuring equipment.
• A good understanding of weld quality and inspection requirements.
• A flexible approach, with the ability to work across automated welding cells and manual fabrication activities.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining quality standards.
• A reliable, punctual and safety-conscious approach to work.

Company Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £16.00 - £21.00 Per Hour
• Full-time, permanent employment directly with the Company.
• 25 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Company closure over the Christmas period.
• Training and development opportunities.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.

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