Welder/Fabricator

Mego Employment Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mego Employment Ltd invites applications for a Welder/Fabricator role based in Plymouth. The position focuses on welding structures and fabrication work across multiple engineering projects in a workshop and on-site setting.

The successful candidate will weld per drawings, follow procedures, and maintain quality standards while working within a supportive team and compliance with health and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Welder/Fabricator.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings and interpret symbols.

Responsibilities

• Weld structures and frames based on fabrication drawings and procedures.
• Fabricate and weld basic structures both in workshop and on-site.
• Interpret weld form symbols and ensure compliance with coding and competence levels.
• Prepare edges before fabricating and welding.
• Maintain tools and report defects.
• Work safely and adhere to Health & Safety policies.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Drawings interpretation

Job description

Welder/Fabricator (CH/WF/PLYM/1026) Plymouth, England

Salary: GBP30000 - GBP40000 per annum

Welder/Fabricator

Location: Plymouth (on-site)

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 DOE

Employment Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time - 40 hours per week

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.

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.

Essential Requirements

• Experience as a Welder/Fabricator.

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.

Person Specification

Essential Experience

• Welder/Fabricator experience.

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.