Welder Fabricator in Barnsley

Energy Jobline CVL; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave

Pension

Healthcare

Life insurance

Annual bonus

On-site parking

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is recruiting for a Welder Fabricator in Barnsley. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with a starting salary of £36,150 per year and OTE up to £41,060.

There are regular overtime opportunities, monthly bonuses and structured pay progression. You will MIG weld and fabricate mild steel chassis and platform components to high quality standards, working in a modern production facility.

Qualifications

• MIG welding and fabrication experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and use jigs/fixtures.
• Reliable, safety-conscious and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Welder to MIG weld and fabricate mild steel chassis and components.
• Use jigs/fixtures and assembly equipment to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain weld quality, accuracy and workmanship.
• Operate plasma cutting and seam-welding equipment after training.
• Meet production specs and quality requirements.
• Follow health and safety procedures and keep a clean work area.
• Collaborate with colleagues to hit targets and deadlines.
• Identify quality issues and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

MIG welding

Fabrication

Jigs & fixtures

High-quality welds

Teamwork

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Welder Fabricator

Location:Barnsley

Salary: £36,150 – £41,060 OTE per annum

Contract: Permanent, full-time

Shifts: Days or rotating shifts available

Overtime: Available at enhanced rates

Excellent Opportunity for Experienced Welder Fabricators

Are you an experienced MIG Welder or Fabricator looking for a secure, permanent role with excellent earning potential, enhanced overtime rates and genuine opportunities for career progression?

We are recruiting skilled Welder Fabricators to join a well-established, world-class manufacturing operation based in Hoyland, Barnsley. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful engineering and manufacturing environment where quality workmanship, technical ability and teamwork are highly valued.

With a guaranteed starting basic salary of £36,150 per annum, regular overtime opportunities, monthly performance-related bonuses and structured pay progression, this role offers an attractive package for experienced welding and fabrication professionals looking for their next long-term career move.

The Role:

As a MIG Welder / Fabricator, you will be responsible for fabricating and welding mild steel chassis and platform components to exacting quality and safety standards. Working as part of an experienced manufacturing team, you will use your welding and fabrication skills to produce high-quality, repeatable components within a modern production facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• MIG weld and fabricate mild steel components in line with engineering drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Manufacture chassis and platform components using jigs, fixtures and assembly equipment.
• Maintain consistently high standards of weld quality, accuracy and workmanship.
• Operate automated plasma cutting and seam-welding equipment following appropriate training.
• Ensure components meet production specifications and quality requirements.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and maintain a clean, safe working environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production targets and delivery deadlines.
• Identify and report quality issues, contributing to continuous improvement across the manufacturing process.

Essential Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in MIG welding and fabrication.
• A good working knowledge of MIG welding processes and techniques.
• Experience using jigs and assembly fixtures to manufacture accurate, repeatable components.
• The ability to produce consistent, high-quality welds to demanding workmanship standards.
• A reliable, practical and safety-conscious approach to work.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a production or manufacturing team.
• Desirable: TIG welding experience and the ability to work from engineering drawings.

Salary, Overtime & Earning Potential:

The role offers a guaranteed basic starting salary of £36,150 per annum, with an advertised on-target earnings package of £36,150–£41,060 per annum.

The package includes:

• Guaranteed minimum weekly bonus of £50.
• Additional monthly bonuses linked to business performance.
• Structured skills-based progression, with opportunities for pay increases as you develop.
• Regular overtime opportunities paid at enhanced rates.
• Rotating-shift premium of 15% where applicable.

Enhanced Overtime Rates:

• Level A: £24.20 per hour (1.5x basic hourly rate).
• Level B: £32.26 per hour (2x basic hourly rate).

Additional monthly performance bonuses have recently averaged approximately £280–£350, with a separate annual bonus averaging around £500. These figures are indicative and are not guaranteed.

Working Hours & Shift Options:

Candidates can be considered for either of the following shift patterns, subject to availability.

Option 1 – Permanent Day Shift

• Monday to Thursday: 7:30am–4:30pm
• Friday: 7:30am–1:30pm
• Regular structured overtime available.

Option 2 – Rotating Day/Afternoon Shift

• Monday to Thursday: 6:00am–2:00pm / 2:00pm–10:00pm
• Friday: 6:00am–11:30am / 11:30am–5:00pm
• 15% shift premium applies to both shifts.

Benefits Package:

In addition to the competitive salary and overtime opportunities, the successful candidate will receive an attractive benefits package, including:

• 25 days' annual leave, increasing with length of service up to 30 days, plus bank holidays.
• 5% contributory pension.
• Healthcare benefits covering areas such as dental and optical care.
• Life insurance and death-in-service cover.
• Annual and business performance-related bonus opportunities.
• Staff discounts.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Free on-site parking.
• Subsidised meals, refreshments and drinks.
• On-site canteen and changing facilities.
• Workwear, safety footwear and personal protective equipment provided.

Why Apply?

This is more than just a welding job. It is an opportunity to secure a permanent position within a highly established manufacturing environment, with a strong emphasis on employee development, skills progression and rewarding high-quality work.

If you are a skilled MIG Welder or Fabricator seeking competitive earnings, enhanced overtime, excellent benefits and long-term career prospects, we would welcome your application.

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