SHELL FABRICATOR

M-Sport Limited; Cockermouth; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Flexible working day

Pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Discount reward scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare plan

Long service awards

Employee assistance programme

Work Culture Team activities

Job summary

M-Sport Limited in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Fabricator to join the Fabrications Department at Dovenby Hall. You will manufacture, prepare and deliver high‑performance competition components as part of a skilled team, ensuring quality and precision.

The role involves shell fabrication, sheet metal components, welding, interpretation of drawings and maintaining safety and housekeeping standards in a fast‑paced motorsport environment.

Qualifications

• Educated to Level 3 Fabrication and Welding standard.
• Strong practical fabrication skills with sheet metal and shells.
• Competent in welding processes with attention to weld quality.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate vehicle shells and structural components to competition specs.
• Manufacture and fit sheet metal components, brackets and reinforcements.
• Perform welding with MIG/TIG to high-quality standards.
• Prepare and assemble vehicle shells in line with engineering requirements.
• Interpret drawings and ensure accurate fitment and alignment.
• Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards.

Skills

Shell fabrication

Sheet metal fabrication

Welding (TIG/MIG)

Technical drawings

Quality control

Education

Level 3 Fabrication and Welding

Job description

Operating at the highest levels of international motorsport, M-Sport UK delivers programmes across the FIA World Rally Championship, Rally-Raid, and a variety of global customer racing activities. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Fabricator to join our growing Fabrications Department at our Dovenby Hall headquarters.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the manufacture, preparation and delivery of high-performance competition components, working as part of a skilled team of Fabricators. Working closely with colleagues across Engineering, Design, Workshop, Quality Control and other technical departments, you will ensure fabrication work is completed to the highest standards of quality, accuracy and finish.

The role responsibilities include:

• Shell Fabrication: Manufacture, modify and fabricate vehicle shells and structural components to meet the requirements of competition and customer vehicles.
• Component Manufacture: Produce, modify and fit sheet metal components, brackets, panels and structural reinforcements as required.
• Welding: Carry out welding activities using appropriate processes and techniques, ensuring strong, consistent and high-quality welds.
• Vehicle Preparation: Assist with the preparation, modification and assembly of vehicle shells in line with engineering requirements and project specifications.
• Technical Drawings: Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical information to accurately manufacture and fit components.
• Fitment & Alignment: Ensure components are accurately positioned, aligned and fitted, maintaining the required dimensions and structural integrity.
• Quality & Standards: Ensure all work is completed to the required quality standards and specifications, maintaining a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Documentation: Complete relevant job cards, inspection records and technical paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering, Design, Workshop, Quality Control and other technical departments to ensure projects are delivered on time.
• General Workshop Duties: Maintain high housekeeping standards and ensure tools, equipment, and work areas are kept in a clean, safe and effective condition.

WHO WE’R LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for a self-motivated team player with a positive and enthusiastic attitude.

Education

Educated to Level 3 Fabrication and Welding standard.

Fabrication Skills

Strong practical fabrication skills, particularly working with sheet metal, vehicle shells and structural components.

Welding

Competent in relevant welding processes, with a strong understanding of weld quality and fabrication techniques.

Technical Drawings

Ability to accurately interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical information.

Quality & Attention to Detail

Exceptional attention to detail with a strong understanding of the importance of accuracy, repeatability and quality.

Problem Solving

A proactive approach with the ability to identify and resolve fabrication and fitment issues.

Communication Skills

Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Organisation

Good organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads and meet agreed deadlines.

Safety Awareness

Good understanding of workshop health and safety requirements and safe working practices.

Preferred Experience

Previous experience in vehicle shell fabrication, motorsport, automotive manufacturing or a similar engineering environment would be advantageous.

Previous experience in TIG and/or MIG welding, sheet metal fabrication and precision fabrication.

About the Company

WHY US

Operating a flourishing global motorsport business with state-of-the‑art facilities at home and winning performances around the globe, M‑Sport UK provide the engineering expertise behind an award‑winning range of competition cars and has become an industry leader with success across some of the industry’s most acclaimed motorsport series.

The drive to deliver championship‑winning machinery is what excites and strengthens our technical team; and our highly skilled team of Technicians and Engineers work closely through each phase of development to deliver maximum performance on the world stage.

We love what we do, and passion drives our success.

WHAT WE OFFER

Situated on the edge of the English Lake District National Park, M‑Sport UK is unique in offering the fast‑paced, high‑octane, adrenaline‑fuelled action expected from a career in International Motorsport mere minutes from the tranquillity of the Lakeland fells and all they have to offer in terms of recreation and wellbeing.

• life assurance
• a flexible working day
• company contributed pension scheme
• discounted gym membership
• discount reward scheme
• cycle to work scheme
• company healthcare plan
• long service awards
• an employee assistance programme
• As well as a dedicated Work Culture Team with regular meetings, competitions and activities