Welder

Stonetech Recruitment; Braintree; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company in Braintree is looking for a skilled Welder/Fabricator. This full-time role offers excellent pay and company benefits. The ideal candidate has experience in welding, can interpret technical drawings, and holds an NVQ or equivalent in Welding/Fabrication. Join a stable company with great prospects in a hands-on environment.

Benefits

Overtime paid at 1.5x after 40 hours

Free on-site car parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in welding and fabrication.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings accurately.
• A proactive and safety-conscious approach.

Responsibilities

• MIG welding of mild steel components.
• Interpreting and executing technical engineering drawings.
• Operating fabrication machinery and ensuring quality standards.

Skills

Welding and fabrication experience

Ability to read technical drawings

Proactive and detail-oriented

Education

NVQ, Diploma, or Apprenticeship in Welding/Fabrication

Tools

Fabrication machinery

Job description

Overview

Location: Braintree, Essex
Pay: £16.00 - £18.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent (subject to a 3-month probation period)
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm

About the Role

A well-established manufacturing company in Braintree is seeking a skilled Welder / Fabricator to join their growing team. This is a hands-on, full-time position offering long-term stability, excellent pay, and great company benefits. You'll be working in a structural and architectural fabrication environment, contributing to high-quality projects across a range of sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• MIG welding of mild steel components (3mm - 40mm thickness)
• Interpreting and working from technical engineering drawings
• Operating fabrication machinery and equipment
• Working to execution class 2 welding standards
• Fabricating bespoke and structural components to specification
• Ensuring all work meets quality and safety standards

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in welding and fabrication (preferably in a structural environment)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings accurately
• NVQ, Diploma, or completed Apprenticeship in Welding/Fabrication (essential)
• Familiarity with fabrication machinery and workshop tools
• Knowledge of CAD is advantageous, but not essential
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious approach

Company Benefits

• Overtime paid at 1.5x after 40 hours
• Free on-site car parking

Ready to take the next step in your welding career? Apply today or get in touch to learn more about this exciting opportunity