Sheet Metal Worker

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Welwyn Hatfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Sheet Metal Worker for a role in Welwyn Garden City. The position involves fabricating components, reading technical drawings, and using various materials. Candidates should have workshop experience and problem-solving skills. The role offers an hourly rate of £13.00 - £16.00, 35 hours per week, and benefits including a pension and life insurance.

Benefits

Company pension

Flexitime

Free on-site parking

Life insurance

Profit sharing scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sheet Metal Worker or Fabricator.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed technical drawings.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work efficiently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate components and assemblies in a workshop environment.
• Read and manufacture parts from engineering drawings.
• Operate workshop tools and machinery for fabrication processes.

Skills

Reading and interpreting technical drawings

Working with mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Flexibility for overtime

Tools

Fabrication tools

Machinery operations

Brake press

Laser cutting

Job description

Position: Sheet Metal Worker

Location: Welwyn Garden City

Salary: £13p/h-£16p/h

Job Overview

• Fabricate components and assemblies in a workshop environment to precise specifications.
• Read and manufacture parts directly from in-house and customer-supplied engineering drawings.
• Work with various materials including mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium.
• Operate a range of workshop tools and machinery to complete fabrication and finishing processes.
• Carry out general sheet metal duties including cutting, drilling, forming, and assembly.
• Set and operate saws, drills, and sertabush insert machines.
• Support production efficiency by identifying and resolving issues in fabrication or assembly processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area in accordance with company health & safety standards.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to ensure projects are completed on time and to a high standard.
• Assist with additional fabrication or finishing tasks as required by the production team.
• Experience in brake press and laser cutting operations would be an advantage.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sheet Metal Worker or Fabricator in a workshop or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed technical drawings.
• Competent in working with mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to integrate within a small team.
• Reliable, punctual, and proactive with a positive work ethic.
• Flexibility to work overtime when required.
• Knowledge of fabrication tools, machinery, and general workshop practices.

Salary & Benefits

Hourly Rate: £13.00 - £16.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Hours: 35 hours per week (overtime available)

Factory Opening Hours

• Monday - Thursday: 6:00am - 4:00pm
• Friday: 6:00am - 12:00pm

Benefits Include

• Company pension
• Flexitime
• Free on‑site parking
• Life insurance
• Profit sharing scheme
• Supportive and growing company environment

Recruitment Agency Information

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.