Skilled Welder

Jark Plc; Coalville; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Jark Plc is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Fabricator/Welder in the United Kingdom. You will fabricate, weld and assemble structural steel components, interpreting drawings and contributing to modular building installations.

The role requires MIG/MAG welding of mild steel, reading drawings, and working as part of a dedicated fabrication team while maintaining high safety and quality standards on site.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Fabrication & Welding or equivalent.
• Proven MIG/MAG welding of mild steel.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate structural steel components from engineering drawings.
• Carry out high-quality MIG/MAG welding on mild steel sections.
• Assemble steel frames for modular buildings and install on site.
• Operate fabrication equipment and maintain workspace to standard.

Skills

Mig/Mag welding

Fabrication

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Health & safety

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Fabrication & Welding

Tools

Saws

Drills

Grinders

Job description

About the Role

Are you an experienced Structural Steel Fabricator / MIG-MAG Welder who takes pride in building solid, high-quality steel structures? Join a leading manufacturer where you will bring technical engineering drawings to life. In this role, you will fabricate, weld and assemble structural steel components.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate structural steel: fabricate structural steel components from engineering drawings.
• MIG/MAG welding: carry out high-quality MIG/MAG welding on mild steel sections.
• Assemble steel frames: assemble steel frames for modular buildings.
• Welding & grinding: perform tack welding, final welding and grinding to specification.
• Equipment operation: use fabrication equipment including saws, drills, grinders and hand tools.
• Technical accuracy: interpret fabrication drawings and work to tight tolerances.
• Site installation: assist with the installation and erection of steel-framed modular buildings on site.
• Quality & compliance: ensure all work complies with quality standards and welding procedures.
• Teamwork: work effectively as part of a fabrication and installation team.
• Safety & housekeeping: maintain your dedicated workstation and tools to a high standard, ensure full procedural compliance, and take genuine pride in workshop cleanliness. Strictly follow all company Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality systems - this includes wearing correct PPE, participating in briefings, and keeping both the yard and construction sites safe and tidy.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Fabrication & Welding, Structural Steelwork or equivalent
• Valid CSCS Card (or equivalent construction competency card)
• Proven experience in MIG/MAG welding of mild steel
• Experience in fabrication and assembly of structural steelwork
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Good understanding of fabrication techniques and workshop machinery
• Willingness to work away from home when required for site installations
• Full UK Driving License

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Coded welding qualifications (advantageous but not essential)
• IPAF and/or PASMA certification
• Telehandler or Forklift License
• Overhead Crane experience
• SSSTS or Site Safety qualification
• Experience within modular construction or off-site manufacturing
• Experience with structural steel erection on construction sites

Overtime Available

Working days / nights.

£16.50 - £22.50ph

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