Welder / Fabricator

JG Pears Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Occupational health program

JG Pears Rewards

Job summary

JG Pears Group, a major UK animal by-products specialist, is recruiting six Welder/Fabricators for its Low Marnham site. The role focuses on welding, fabrication, repairs and manufacturing of components for the rendering plant, with occasional site work.

A 4 on 4 off days pattern applies, with salary £42,000–£45,000 and overtime at time and a quarter. Essential certifications and experience in MIG, TIG and ARC welding are required, with the ability to read technical drawings and work safely to

Qualifications

• Welding/fabrication certification required (City & Guilds/NVQ or equivalent).
• Experience as Welder/Fabricator, ideally in heavy machinery.
• Competency in MIG, TIG and ARC welding techniques.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and fabrication tasks on plant equipment as required.
• Carry out repairs, modifications and manufacturing of metal components.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics to complete tasks accurately.
• Ensure all work meets safety regulations and company requirements.
• Use MIG, TIG and ARC welding techniques.
• Work with stainless steel and aluminium where required.
• Operate cutting, bending and shaping tools for metal fabrication.
• Follow health and safety procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Maintain records of work completed and materials used.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

MIG welding

TIG welding

ARC welding

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Education

Welding certification (City & Guilds/NVQ)

Job description

About Us
JG Pears is a fourth-generation family business that's grown from a livestock farm near Penistone into one of the largest names in the UK's animal by-products sector, processing over 10,000 tonnes of material a week across the Group.

We're investing heavily in where this industry is heading, from our own combined heat and power plant, to a windfarm on our own land, to a joint venture right next door at High Marnham building a hydrogen production facility that's helping drive the UK towards net zero.

We're recruiting six Welder/Fabricators to join our Mechanical Team at Low Marnham, as part of the continued growth of our maintenance function.

• Salary: £42,000 to £45,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience), with overtime paid at time plus a quarter
• Location: Low Marnham, NG23 6SP
• Working pattern: 4 on 4 off, days only (05:30 to 17:30)

Core Benefits

• Retention bonus available after a qualifying period
• 20 days holiday entitlement
• Company pension scheme

About the Role

This role is essential in ensuring the repair, modification and fabrication of parts and components for our rendering plant and associated equipment. It's a predominantly workshop-based position, carrying out welding, fabrication, repairs and manufacturing of components, with occasional work on plant and equipment around the site.

What You'll Be Doing

• Performing welding and fabrication tasks on plant equipment as required
• Carrying out repairs, modifications and manufacturing of metal components
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics to complete tasks accurately
• Ensuring all work is carried out to a high standard, meeting safety regulations and company requirements
• Using a variety of welding techniques, including MIG and TIG
• Working confidently with hand tools and a range of materials, including stainless steel and aluminium
• Operating cutting, bending and shaping tools for metal fabrication
• Following health and safety procedures to maintain a safe working environment
• Maintaining records of work completed and materials used

What You'll Bring

• Welding/fabrication certification (e.g. City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent)
• Experience as a Welder/Fabricator, ideally within a heavy machinery environment
• Competency in MIG, TIG and ARC welding techniques
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Additional Benefits & Perks

• Life assurance
• Occupational health, including 24/7 GP and mental health support, wellbeing and nutrition programmes, second medical opinion, health resources, an emotional wellbeing app, smoking cessation support and bereavement counselling
• JG Pears Rewards (retail, restaurant and gym discounts)

Additional Information

Due to the site's location, own transport is essential. Please note, we're unable to offer sponsorship for this position; applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring employer sponsorship.