Steel Fabricator

The Best Connection; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

Job summary

The Best Connection is recruiting an experienced Steel Fabricator in Cwmbran to join a growing structural steel fabrication team. You will manufacture steel components from detailed drawings and ensure accuracy and safety in a busy workshop. Hours are 08:00–17:00, Monday to Friday, with overtime available and opportunities for progression.

This full-time, permanent role offers stability and a clear path for skills development. Starting pay is from £18 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in structural steel fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Experience using fabrication tools, machinery and workshop equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Fabricating structural steelwork to specification.
• Reading and interpreting fabrication and engineering drawings.
• Measuring, marking out, cutting, drilling and assembling steel sections.
• Preparing and fitting components for welding.
• Operating workshop machinery and hand tools safely.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and quality.
• Working closely with welders and production staff.
• Ensuring a safe, clean and organised working environment.

Skills

Structural fabrication

Reading drawings

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Job description

Steel Fabricator

Location: Cwmbran

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (Temp to Perm opportunities available)

Pay: From £18.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00am to 5:00pm

Experienced Steel Fabricator Required

Our client is a growing and well-established structural steel fabrication company delivering high-quality steelwork across a variety of sectors. Due to continued expansion, they are looking to recruit an experienced Steel Fabricator to join their busy production team in Cwmbran.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled fabricator seeking long-term employment with opportunities for overtime, development, and progression.

The Role

As a Steel Fabricator, you will be responsible for manufacturing structural steel components from detailed engineering drawings. The role requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricating structural steelwork to specification
• Reading and interpreting fabrication and engineering drawings
• Measuring, marking out, cutting, drilling, and assembling steel sections
• Preparing and fitting components for welding
• Operating workshop machinery and hand tools safely and effectively
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and quality
• Working closely with welders and production staff
• Ensuring a safe, clean, and organised working environment

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in structural steel fabrication
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Experience using fabrication tools, machinery, and workshop equipment
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Reliable and positive approach to work

Desirable Skills

• Basic MIG/MAG or FCAW welding experience
• Overhead crane licence
• Forklift experience
• Previous experience within a heavy engineering or structural steel environment

What's on Offer?

• Competitive pay starting from £18.00 per hour
• Overtime available at enhanced rates
• Monday to Friday working hours
• Opportunities for further training and career progression
• Supportive and expanding team environment
• Immediate starts available for suitable candidates