Steel Fabricator / Workshop Fabricator

Henley Chase; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Tools and safety equipment provided

Job summary

Henley Chase in Tonbridge (TN11 9NG) is hiring two experienced Steel Fabricators to join our workshop. You will interpret engineering drawings and fabricate high-quality structural and architectural steelwork.

We are seeking reliable, detail-oriented individuals who can work efficiently both independently and as part of a workshop team. We offer a competitive pay rate, regular overtime opportunities, and permanent, stable employment with a growing team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a steel fabricator in a workshop.
• Strong MIG welding skills; TIG or MMA experience is a plus.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings accurately.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
• Reliable transport to Tonbridge workshop (TN11 9NG).

Responsibilities

• Read and work from structural/architectural fabrication drawings.
• Cut, prep, fit up, and tack weld steel assemblies to specification.
• Operate workshop machinery (mag drills, band saws, grinders, brake presses, etc.).
• Ensure finished work meets quality, tolerance, and safety standards.
• Keep the workshop clean, organized and safe.

Skills

MIG welding

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Workshop safety

Teamwork (independent/part of team)

Tools

Mag drills

Band saws

Grinders

Brake presses

Cut-off saws

Job description

Job Title: Steel Fabricator / Workshop Fabricator

Location: Tonbridge, Kent (TN11 9NG)

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

Positions Available: 2

About the Role

We are looking for two experienced Steel Fabricators to join our team at our workshop in Tonbridge (TN11 9NG).

In this role, you will be responsible for interpreting engineering drawings and fabricating high-quality structural and architectural steelwork. We are seeking reliable, detail-oriented individuals who can work efficiently both independently and as part of a workshop team.

Key Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and work from structural/architectural fabrication drawings.
• Cut, prep, fit up, and tack weld steel assemblies according to specification.
• Operate standard workshop machinery (mag drills, band saws, grinders, brake presses, cut-off saws, etc.).
• Ensure all fabricated work meets quality, tolerance, and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workshop environment.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Steel Fabricator in a workshop environment.
• Strong MIG welding skills (TIG or MMA experience is a plus).
• Ability to work accurately from technical drawings without constant supervision.
• Strong attention to detail, quality standards, and workshop safety.
• Reliable transport to commute to our workshop in Tonbridge (TN11 9NG).

What We Offer

• Competitive rate of pay (dependent on experience).
• Regular overtime opportunities.
• Permanent, stable employment with a growing team.
• All necessary tools and safety equipment provided