TIG Welder

Terry Parris Associates; Tudhoe; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Terry Parris Associates is seeking an experienced Stainless Steel Fabricator/TIG Welder for a permanent full-time role in Newhaven, East Sussex. You will read engineering drawings, fabricate precision stainless components, weld with TIG, and finish to a high standard, supporting bespoke equipment in demanding environments.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of TIG welding on stainless steel, strong fabrication and polishing skills, and the ability to work independently with tight tolerances.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of TIG welding experience on stainless steel.
• Strong fabrication experience and ability to read drawings.
• Polishing and finishing beyond welding tasks.
• Confident with standard sheet metal equipment and tolerances.
• Capable of working independently with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate stainless steel components from drawings and assemblies.
• Measure, mark out, cut, bend, form and assemble precision sheet metal.
• Perform quality TIG welding on stainless steel to a high standard.
• Grind, dress and polish stainless steel to finish level.
• Operate workshop equipment including press brakes, guillotines, rollers and grinders.
• Check dimensions, ensure quality and maintain safe working practices.

Skills

TIG welding

Stainless steel fabrication

Reading drawings

Polishing & finishing

Machinery operation

Quality tolerances

Education

Relevant welding apprenticeship

Tools

Press brakes

Guillotines

Rollers

Grinders

Job description

TIG Welder / Skilled Stainless Steel Fabricator

Location: Newhaven, East Sussex
Salary: £16 £18 per hour (£32,448 £36,504 per year)
Employment: Permanent full time

The Opportunity
An established manufacturer of specialist equipment is looking for an experienced Stainless Steel Fabricator / TIG Welder. The role combines precision sheet metal fabrication, TIG welding, fitting and high-grade polishing of bespoke products used in demanding technical environments. You will work from engineering drawings through to finished assemblies.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate stainless steel components and complete assemblies from engineering drawings.
• Measure, mark out, cut, bend, form and assemble precision sheet metal.
• Carry out high-quality TIG welding, mainly on stainless steel.
• Grind, dress, finish and polish stainless steel to a high standard.
• Use workshop equipment including press brakes, guillotines, rollers and grinders.
• Check dimensions and finish quality, resolve practical issues and maintain a safe workshop.

Skills and Experience Required

• At least four years of relevant professional TIG welding experience, particularly on stainless steel.
• Strong stainless steel sheet metal fabrication experience and ability to read drawings.
• Practical high-grade polishing and finishing experience, not welding alone.
• Confidence using standard sheet metal and fabrication machinery.
• Accuracy, good understanding of tolerances and ability to complete work independently.

Desirable Experience

• Thin-gauge stainless steel, bespoke manufacture, fitting or mechanical assembly.
• Healthcare, laboratory, pharmaceutical or cleanroom equipment production.
• A relevant fabrication/welding apprenticeship or recognised qualification.

Why Join This Business?

• Work on varied, bespoke precision-manufactured products rather than only repetitive welding.
• See products through fabrication, welding, assembly and high-quality finishing.
• Join an established manufacturing operation with an in-house engineering team.
• Access additional training where appropriate to manufacturing needs.
• Workplace pension and potential overtime, subject to business requirements.