Welder / Fabricator - Bradford - £30,000 - £35,000 + Benefits

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; Bradford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Varied engineering projects

Job summary

A Welder/Fabricator is sought to join a UK-based engineering and manufacturing business producing specialist equipment for the food processing sector. This hands-on role covers fabrication, welding and assembly from engineering drawings to produce accurate components.

You will perform MIG and TIG welding, cutting, grinding and finish work, checking dimensions and tolerances, and supporting modifications and bespoke projects. A NVQ Level 2 or equivalent and right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in welding and fabrication, ideally in engineering/manufacturing contexts.
• Confident working from engineering drawings with good dimensional accuracy.
• Practical experience with MIG and TIG welding plus fabrication/cutting/finishing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld metal components and structures to drawings and specs.
• Carry out MIG and TIG welding, plus cutting and finishing processes.
• Assemble fabricated components as part of wider equipment builds.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Engineering drawings

MIG welding

TIG welding

Education

NVQ Level 2

Tools

MIG welding equipment

TIG welding equipment

Job description

The Job:

We are looking for a Welder / Fabricator to join an established engineering and manufacturing business producing specialist equipment for the food processing sector. This is a hands on role involving fabrication, welding and assembly, working from engineering drawings and producing accurate, high quality components and equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fabricate and weld metal components and structures to engineering drawings and specifications
• Carry out MIG and TIG welding, along with cutting, grinding and other fabrication processes
• Assemble fabricated components and machinery as part of wider equipment builds
• Use welding and fabrication equipment safely and effectively
• Check completed work for quality, accuracy and correct dimensions
• Support equipment modifications, repairs and bespoke fabrication projects where required
• Identify and report any issues with materials, drawings or finished work
• Maintain a clean and organised working area and follow all health, safety and quality procedures

The Company:

An established engineering and manufacturing business supplying specialist equipment to the food processing sector. The company offers a practical, team based working environment with opportunities to develop skills and work on a varied range of engineering projects.

The Candidate:

• Previous experience in welding and fabrication, ideally within an engineering, manufacturing or machinery production environment
• Confident working from engineering drawings and specifications, with a good understanding of dimensions, tolerances and accurate fabrication
• Practical experience with MIG and TIG welding, together with general fabrication, cutting and finishing techniques
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality, accurate work
• Reliable and safety conscious, with a methodical approach and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• A relevant welding/fabrication qualification, apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience would be advantageous

The Package:

• Company pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to work on specialist food processing equipment and varied engineering projects

Candidate Requirements

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.