Welder Fabricator

Response Personnel Ltd; Byfleet; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering manufacturer is looking for an experienced Welder Fabricator to produce high-quality aerospace components in West Byfleet. The ideal candidate will have proven TIG welding experience, preferably in aerospace, with the ability to interpret engineering documents. Key responsibilities include meeting output targets, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring workplace safety. This full-time position offers competitive pay and various benefits including flextime and life insurance.

Benefits

Casual dress

Company events

Flextime

Life insurance

On-site parking

Referral programme

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Proven experience in TIG welding, ideally aerospace-grade.
• Ability to interpret engineering documents and meet customer specifications.

Responsibilities

• Meet output targets based on daily work lists.
• Perform fabrication tasks including TIG welding components.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

TIG welding

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Time-served apprenticeship or HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Welder Fabricator (Aerospace)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: West Byfleet, On-site

Role Overview

A precision engineering manufacturer is seeking an experienced Welder Fabricator to support the production of high-quality aerospace components. The role involves TIG welding-primarily on aluminium-and assisting with the fabrication of components to meet strict aerospace standards, working within defined production deadlines.

Shift & Pay

• Shift Pattern: Monday-Thursday: 7:30am-4:30pm; Friday: 7:30am-12:30pm
• Overtime: Available, including Saturday mornings at 1.5x
• Work Type: Day shift
• Welding Types: Mainly TIG on aluminium
• Qualifications: Aerospace-approved qualifications or significant time-served aerospace welding experience
• Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Key Responsibilities

Production

• Meet output targets in line with daily work lists.
• Review work orders, drawings and assemblies to determine requirements and appropriate welding techniques.
• Ensure job cards have prior operations signed/stamped before starting work.
• Interpret engineering planning documents, drawings and SOPs accurately.
• Source required equipment, materials and gases; ensure all equipment is suitable for customer requirements and report issues before use.
• Perform fabrication tasks including cleaning, preparing, cutting, burning and TIG welding components.
• Set up, measure and weld assemblies using appropriate methods.
• Clean, finish and ensure all welded parts meet standards before passing to the next production stage.
• Complete all relevant operational documentation.

Quality

• Maintain a clean, organised work area and ensure parts are correctly stored.
• Ensure all components comply with drawings and specifications.
• Report any non-conformances via the NCR process.

Health & Safety

• Promote safe working practices and comply with all safety regulations.
• Adhere to PPE requirements at all times.

Collaboration & Communication

• Liaise with other departments to support efficient workflow.
• Train and support colleagues when required.
• Follow company policies and elevate issues when necessary.
• Participate in team meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.

Additional Duties

• Carry out any other reasonable tasks required by the business.

Person Specification

Essential

• Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK.
• Time-served apprenticeship or HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 year's experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Proven experience in TIG welding-ideally aerospace-grade.
• Ability to interpret engineering documents and use appropriate equipment to achieve customer specifications.
• Strong communicator with the ability to build positive working relationships.
• Professional, proactive, and able to take ownership of tasks.
• Flexible and willing to work overtime or travel if required.
• Positive, team-oriented approach with pride in high-quality work.

Desirable

• Previous experience within the aerospace industry.

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Flextime
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay