Welder Fabricator And Site Operative

P D Engineering Consultancy Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

P D Engineering Consultancy Ltd is seeking a proactive Welder / Fabricator to join our workshop team in Kensworth, Dunstable, with an install team in Stevenage. This hands-on role focuses on fabricating and welding steel works for construction projects across London, Herts and Beds.

You will perform MIG/MAG, TIG and MMA welding, read CAD-based drawings, and cut/assemble metal components. The position offers temp-to-perm progression and a chance to contribute to balcony, stair, and balustrade

Qualifications

• Proven welding/fabrication experience in metalwork environments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and CAD-based drawings.
• Proficiency in MIG/MAG, TIG and MMA welding; coding desirable.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld metal components to engineering specs.
• Work with aluminium and stainless steel where required.
• Read blueprints and measurements to ensure accurate fabrication.
• Use power tools and hand tools to cut, shape and assemble parts.
• Maintain high standards and safety, including fume control.
• Prepare finished products and inspect for quality.

Skills

MIG/MAG welding

TIG welding

MMA welding

Blueprint reading

Fabrication

Read drawings

Tools

CAD software

Job description

£#removed# per hour based on experience | Temp-to-Perm

Potential for permanent employment after a successful probation period.

We currently have vacancies for a proactive and qualified Welder / Fabricator to join our team based in our workshop Kensworth, Dunstable and install team in Stevenage. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on role and wants to contribute to making a positive impact within the construction industry. We work mainly in London, Herts and Beds

We work within the construction industry designing, manufacturing and installing steel works within the surrounding areas including Central London. A lot of our works are beamwork to Exec 2, balconies, staircases and balustrades but all metalwork construction is completed, including Aluminium, Stainless Steel and sheet metal . You will be part of a dynamic team who work together to problem solve and create innovative architectural design and see it come to life through manufacturing and installing it from beginning to end.

Responsibilities:

• Fabricate and weld metal components according to engineering specifications
• Applicants must be experienced Welders with the ability to carry out MIG/MAG, TIG and Manual Metal Arc (Stick) or at least a combination of the above. A current coding would also be desirable. Previous experience of working with Aluminium and Stainless Steel is useful but not essential
• Responsible for carrying out all types of welding to high standards using CAD based drawings.
• Operate power tools and hand tools to cut, shape, and assemble metal parts
• Ability to Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements to ensure accurate fabrication
• Use basic math skills to calculate dimensions and angles for precise fabrication
• Deposit welds that pass both visual and NDE examinations
• Be able to Weld all metal components according to engineering specifications
• Adhering to all related standards associated with welding, including fume control
• Inspect finished products for quality and make necessary adjustments or repairs
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a fabricator/welder or similar role
• Strong mechanical knowledge and understanding of metalworking processes
• Proficient in fabricating and welding techniques, interview will include welding testing
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements
• Familiarity with power tools, hand tools, and equipment used in metal fabrication
• Basic math skills for measuring and calculating dimensions accurately
• Ability to assemble fabricated parts into finished products
• Willing to work on Site, CSCS card preferable

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities or requirements