Welder

HSB Technical; Pembroke Dock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment consultancy is seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator for a 12-month contract in Pembroke Dock, UK. The role requires high-quality MIG and TIG welding on marine structures, alongside the ability to read engineering drawings and maintain safety standards. Candidates should possess a proven track record in shipbuilding or heavy industry. This position emphasizes teamwork and quality in a busy shipyard environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Welder/Fabricator within shipbuilding or marine engineering.
• Strong competency in MIG and TIG welding.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out MIG and TIG welding on various steel materials.
• Fabricate and assemble marine structures to specification.
• Ensure welds meet required quality and strength standards.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Reading engineering drawings

Working in a team

Safety and quality standards

Education

Welding/fabrication qualifications or codes

Tools

Grinders

Cutting tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

Position: Welder/Fabricator

Job ID: 166/29

Location: Pembrokeshire

Rate/Salary: £25 p/hour

Type: 12‑Month Contract

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy, and Aerospace sectors. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

Typically, this person will be responsible for carrying out high‑quality welding and fabrication work across a range of marine structures and components. They will follow engineering drawings, work to precise measurements, and ensure all work is completed to shipbuilding industry standards, contributing to the construction, repair, and maintenance of vessels.

HSB Technical's client is a very established and well-regarded business entity.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Welder/Fabricator

• Carry out MIG and TIG welding on a variety of steel materials used in shipbuilding.
• Fabricate and assemble marine structures, sections, and components to specification.
• Read, understand, and work from engineering drawings and technical instructions.
• Ensure welds meet required quality, strength, and dimensional standards.
• Operate fabrication equipment such as grinders, cutting tools, and measuring equipment.
• Work safely in a busy shipyard environment, including inside vessels and confined spaces.
• Contribute to vessel construction, repair, and modification projects.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and safe working practices in all work areas.

Qualifications and Requirements for the Welder/Fabricator

• Proven experience as a Welder/Fabricator within shipbuilding, marine engineering, or heavy industry.
• Strong competency in MIG and TIG welding on all steel types.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience working to high safety and quality standards.
• Relevant welding/fabrication qualifications or codes (advantageous but not essential).
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced shipyard environment.

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical, who have been appointed to act as the recruitment consultancy for this role.