Welder/Fabricator

Supervac Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Supervac Ltd is seeking experienced welder/fabricators for our Leeds site. The role focuses on fabrication and welding of waste tanker vessels or components, with emphasis on MIG welding of mild and stainless steel. You will read technical drawings, use hand tools, and work to tight deadlines.

The ideal candidate will read drawings, pass welder qualifications, and have initiative and resilience. Hours are Monday to Thursday, 06:00–16:15 or 07:00–17:15, totaling 39 hours per week; wage is

Qualifications

• Experienced MIG welder in commercial vehicle manufacturing, heavy engineering or fabrication.
• Knowledge of welding in Mild and Stainless Steel at various thicknesses.
• Must pass welder qualifications.
• Ability to read and understand technical documentation and drawings.
• Ability to work on own initiative and under pressure.
• Forklift and overhead crane licences are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld waste tanker vessels or components.
• Read and interpret technical drawings.
• Use hand tools and equipment to fabricate and assemble components.
• Maintain quality and meet tight deadlines.

Skills

MIG welding

Reading drawings

Hand tools use

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Pipe welding

Tools

Forklift licence

Overhead crane licence

Job description

Resulting from continuing growth within the business, we are looking for enthusiastic and experienced welder/fabricators to join our expanding team at our Leeds site.

Job Specification

The successful candidates will be responsible for the fabrication & welding of waste tanker vessels or associated components. The ideal candidates should have experience in MIG welding a range of materials and processes, particularly of working with mild and stainless steel at a variety of thicknesses. The ability to read technical drawings and use hand tools and other equipment to fabricate and assemble components is essential. The role requires excellent attention to detail and an ability to work to tight deadlines.

Candidate Specification

• Experienced MIG welder within specialised commercial vehicle manufacturing, heavy engineering, or fabrication.
• Knowledge of welding in both Mild and Stainless Steel at a variety of thicknesses
• The role will require the successful candidate to pass multiple welder qualifications
• Ability to read and understand technical documentation and drawings is essential
• Ability to use own initiative
• Ability to work underpressure
• Pipe welding experience is desirable
• It would be an advantage to have a forklift and overhead crane licence
• £16.00 - £18.00 per hour (dependent uponexperience)
• Hours of work – Monday to Thursday (06:00 – 16:15 or 07:00 - 17:15)– 39 hours per week