Welder/Fabricator

Mego Employment Ltd; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mego Employment Ltd is recruiting for a Welder/Fabricator in Plymouth. The role focuses on welding and fabrication of structures, with a mix of workshop and on-site tasks and a strong emphasis on quality and safety.

This permanent position offers full-time hours and a salary in the £30,000–£40,000 range, depending on experience. The successful candidate will read fabrication drawings, apply welding procedures, perform dimensional checks, and maintain equipment in a busy engineering environment

Qualifications

• Experience welding and fabricating structures from drawings.
• Ability to work in a workshop and on-site as required.
• Adherence to safety standards and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Weld structures and frames per fabrication drawings.
• Fabricate and weld basic structures in workshop and on-site.
• Maintain tools and report defects; support quality records.

Skills

Welder

Fabricator

Reading drawings

Quality workmanship

Job description

Welder/Fabricator

Location: Plymouth (on-site)

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 DOE

Employment Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time - 40 hours per week

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About the Role

Our client, a well-established engineering and fabrication business based in Plymouth, is seeking a Welder/Fabricator. This role involves working on a variety of engineering projects, focusing on high-quality fabrication and welding tasks. The workshop environment supports the development of technical skills and adherence to industry standards.

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The Role

• Weld structures and frames based on fabrication drawings, instructions, and procedures.


• Fabricate and weld basic structures both within the workshop and on-site.


• Apply weld procedures correctly, ensuring compliance with coding and competence levels.


• Conduct dimensional checks and record data on weld history sheets and QCPs as necessary.


• Interpret various weld form symbols on drawings, understanding sizes and forms of welds.


• Perform welding tasks in both vertical and horizontal planes as qualified.


• Prepare edges appropriately before fabricating and welding.


• Assist in assessing job materials and equipment quantities with the line manager.


• Maintain and care for tools and equipment, reporting any defects or malfunctions.


• Contribute to the Personal Development Review process and follow up on agreed actions.


• Adhere to Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and company policies at all times.


• Undertake additional duties as required within the scope of the role, including installation work.

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Essential Requirements

• Experience as a Welder/Fabricator.

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About Our Client:

Our client is a reputable engineering and fabrication company with a proud history dating back to 1974. As part of a respected group, the business delivers high-quality fabrication, welding, engineering, and refurbishment services across the UK. Known for its commitment to quality, safety, and customer service, The business provides a supportive environment for technical growth and project success.

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Person Specification

Essential Experience

• Welder/Fabricator experience.

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Essential Skills and Competencies

• Competent at welding structures and frames using fabrication drawings.


• Able to apply weld procedures correctly according to coding and competence levels.


• Capable of understanding and interpreting weld form symbols and sizes on drawings.


• Able to weld in both vertical and horizontal plane geometry as qualified.