Welder Fabricator

Recruitment Fox Ltd; Widnes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Welder / Fabricator to join a prominent engineering support team in Widnes. Responsibilities include fabricating secondary steel structures and interpreting engineering drawings. This permanent position offers competitive pay of £18.15 per hour, with potential overtime available. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience and competence in MIG welding.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in fabrication and welding.
• Proven ability to read and interpret technical and engineering drawings.
• Competency in MIG welding is essential.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings to produce accurate fabrications.
• Fabrication of secondary steel structures including ladders and railings.
• Operate fabrication tools and machinery to cut, bend, and assemble materials.

Skills

MIG welding

Reading engineering drawings

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Position: Welder / Fabricator
Location: Widnes
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Monday - Thursday (7.15am - 4.15pm) & Friday (7.15am - 12.15pm) - Overtime available mid week & weekends projects permitting
Package: £18.15 per hour + Overtime (£24.14 - £30.13 per hour)

Recruitment Fox has partnered with 4Sure Recruitment working with an amazing employer of choice in Widnes. Our Client is an integral cog in the world of engineering support for Key Clients across the UK with their manufacturing & construction requirements. We are currently looking for skilled welder fabricators to join the team and continue the business growth plans for 2025 as the projects keep rolling in.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings to produce accurate fabrications
• Fabrication of secondary steel structures including ladders, platforms, staircases, and railings
• MIG welding to a high standard (TIG and MMA experience beneficial but not essential)
• Operate fabrication tools and machinery to cut, bend, and assemble materials to specification
• Work independently and collaboratively with team members to meet production deadlines
• Support on-site installations as required by project needs
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment
• Adapt to changing priorities and work well under pressure

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in fabrication and welding within an engineering or manufacturing setting
• Proven ability to read and interpret technical and engineering drawings
• Competency in MIG welding is essential; TIG and MMA skills will be positively considered
• Previous experience fabricating secondary steelwork is highly desirable
• Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Flexible and responsive to operational demands, including occasional site work
• Strong organisational and time management skills