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

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd in Bradford is seeking a Welder/Fabricator to join an established engineering and manufacturing business producing equipment for the food processing sector. This hands-on role involves fabrication, welding and assembly from engineering drawings, delivering accurate, high-quality components.

You will perform MIG and TIG welding, fabricate and assemble components, and ensure precise, safe workmanship across varied projects within a supportive team

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in welding/fabrication.
• Experience in welding and fabrication.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• UK legal right to work or visa permitting employment.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld metal components and structures to drawings and specs.
• Carry out MIG and TIG welding, cutting and finishing.
• Assemble fabricated components as part of equipment builds.
• Use welding and fabrication equipment safely and effectively.
• Check finished work for quality and dimensions.
• Maintain a clean, safe working area and follow procedures.

Skills

Welding & fabrication

Reading drawings

Quality-conscious work

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Welding/Fabrication

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Fabrication equipment

Job description

Welder / Fabricator

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

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

• Salary£30,000 - £35,000 DOE
• Benefits 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.