Saw Operator / Welder

First Achieve Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Bandsaw Operator/Welder to join their dynamic team. This role involves operating welding equipment and cutting tools to fabricate and repair steel components. You will work closely with engineering drawings and be responsible for ensuring high-quality standards in your work. If you have a passion for steel fabrication and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity offers a chance to excel in a supportive environment with a focus on teamwork and craftsmanship. Join this innovative company and make a significant impact in the building materials sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in MIG/TIG welding.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Construct and repair steel objects using welding equipment.
• Fabricate steel beams from structural engineering drawings.

Skills

MIG Welding

TIG Welding

Reading Engineering Drawings

Operating Oxy/Propane Cutting Equipment

Saw Operation

Steel Cleaning and Preparation

Education

NVQ Level 2 Fabricating and Welding

Tools

Welding Equipment

Cutting Tools

Job description

First Achieve's Engineering Division are hiring for a Bandsaw Operator/Welder for their client St Albans who are a leading Building Materials supplier.

This role is heavily focused on being a competent saw operator and operating the Steel band saw cutting.

Monday - Friday + Alternate Saturdays, 44.5hrs/ week.

Salary up top 36k.

Role:

• Under the direction of the Workshop Manager, confidently construct and repair a variety of steel objects by operating welding equipment (MIG / TIG), cutting, drilling, burning, bending and shaping tools and equipment to a high standard.
• Work from Structural Engineering drawings to fabricate Steel Beams and components for all types of structural steel.
• Undertake cleaning and preparing of steel.
• Attend jobs on site, to construct, install and repair steel work

Requirements of the role:

• MIG/TIG Welding - minimum of three years post training/apprenticeship.
• Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Operating Oxy/Propane cutting equipment.
• Experience in cutting, grinding and accurately using a saw.
• Steel cleaning and preparation.
• Education / Qualification - NVQ Level 2 Fabricating and Welding