Welder Fabricator

ZipRecruiter; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Welder Fabricator in Cambridge. Responsibilities include performing TIG and MIG welding, fabricating metal components, and ensuring quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong TIG welding skills and be proficient in using fabrication machinery. Salary is £18.00 per hour with benefits including 25 days holiday and personal healthcare reimbursement.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Enhanced family policies

Personal healthcare reimbursement

Qualifications

• Strong TIG welding skills required.
• Basic MIG welding ability is a plus.
• Interest in laser welding training also appreciated.
• Experience in fabrication and finishing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding on various metals.
• Carry out MIG welding as needed.
• Fabricate and assemble metal components from drawings.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

TIG welding skills (stainless, mild steel, aluminium)

Basic MIG welding ability

Interest in laser welding training

Skilled in fabrication, dressing, and finishing

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Confident using fabrication machinery

Organised and methodical

Team player

Job description

Overview

Welder Fabricator

Location: Cambridge

Salary: 18.00 per hour

Hours: Monday - Thursday 07:30-16:15 | Friday 07:30-15:00

Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, enhanced family policies (Maternity, Paternity, Bereavement etc.), and personal healthcare expenses reimbursed through Healthshield for medical treatments, appointments, and services.

Role Purpose

To fabricate, assemble, and weld metal components and structures to precise engineering specifications, delivering high-quality work that meets safety and project deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding on stainless steel, aluminium, and mild steel (mainly light gauge 1-3mm).
• Carry out MIG welding as required.
• Support the move towards laser welding (training provided if needed).
• Fabricate and assemble sheet metal parts, frames, and structures from engineering drawings.
• Use fabrication machinery, hand tools, and measuring equipment.
• Carry out cutting, grinding, and finishing to high standards.
• Check and inspect work, ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Book work orders using the company\'s computerised system.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, following H&S and quality standards.
• Work flexibly on a variety of projects typical of a subcontract environment.

Skills & Experience

• Strong TIG welding skills (stainless, mild steel, aluminium - light gauge).
• Basic MIG welding ability.
• Laser welding experience or interest in training.
• Skilled in fabrication, dressing, and finishing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings accurately.
• Confident using fabrication machinery and measuring tools.
• Organised, methodical, and able to work to deadlines.
• Team player with a proactive, flexible approach.