Welder/Fitter

Dennis Eagle; Aldridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave

Enhanced pension and life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

My Benefits platform

Free mortgage advice

Job summary

Dennis Eagle in Aldridge invites an experienced Welder/Fitter to join our Aftermarket team. You will perform repairs, refurbishments and installations on refuse collection vehicles, ensuring safety, compliance and durability.

The role requires MIG welding, reading drawings, and mechanical/hydraulic fitting experience. Working 45 hours weekly at 07:00–16:30, with competitive pay and an emphasis on skilled craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• Qualified in welding/fabrication (BSEN 287 coding desirable).
• Experienced in MIG welding and medium-heavy steel fabrication (2mm-10mm).
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Skilled in building and tack welding from drawings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general MIG welding and re-plating on HGVs and RCVs.
• Strip and rebuild vehicle components including body, hopper, and bin lifts.
• Prepare vehicles to DVSA and high welding standards.
• Complete all work to customer satisfaction and within agreed timescales.
• Maintain accurate records and follow company processes.
• Promote good housekeeping and safe working practices.
• Operate within company health and safety guidelines and use PPE appropriately.
• Support quality standards and raise awareness of issues.

Skills

MIG welding

Fabrication

Read drawings

Welding from drawings

Mechanical fitting

Hydraulic fitting

RCV experience

Confined spaces

Travel willingness

Self-motivated

Education

BSEN 287 coding

Job description

Role: Welder/Fitter

Location: Aldridge, WS9 8TZ

Hours: 45 hours per week | between 07:00 and 16:30 Monday to Friday

Salary: up to £44,230.63pa DOE

Are you a skilled welder with a passion for precision and a hands-on approach to problem-solving? We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Welder/Fitter to join our Aftermarket team!

This is a practical role where you'll carry out repairs, refurbishments, and installations on a wide range of refuse collection vehicles and equipment. You'll play a key part in ensuring our vehicles are safe, compliant, and built to last.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out general MIG welding and re-plating on HGVs and RCVs
• Strip and rebuild vehicle components including body, hopper, and bin lifts
• Prepare vehicles to DVSA and high welding standards
• Complete all work to customer satisfaction and within agreed timescales
• Maintain accurate records and follow company processes
• Promote good housekeeping and safe working practices
• Operate within company health and safety guidelines and use PPE appropriately
• Support quality standards and raise awareness of any issues

Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified in welding/fabrication (BSEN 287 coding desirable)
• Experienced in MIG welding and medium-heavy steel fabrication (2mm-10mm)
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Skilled in building and tack welding from drawings
• Self-motivated with a "can-do" attitude and strong communication skills
• Comfortable working in confined spaces and physically demanding environments
• Willing to learn new skills and travel when required
• Experience in mechanical/hydraulic fitting and previous RCV work is a bonus

If you're ready to bring your welding expertise to a team that builds with purpose, we'd love to hear from you!

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting your development.

We recognise the importance of flexibility and offer a range of flexible and hybrid working arrangements where the nature of the role and business needs allow. If you'd like to understand what options may be available for this position, please contact our Recruitment team.

At Dennis Eagle, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to succeed. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll be happy to support you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time employees and employees working a 4-day week)
• Enhanced pension and life assurance: We contribute 5% of your salary into our pension scheme and provide life assurance cover of five times your basic salary.
• Enhanced family leave policies: Support for life's important moments through our family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and other family leave provisions.
• Health and wellbeing support: Company-funded Health Shield Medical Cash Plan, GP Anytime service, Occupational Health support and health surveillance.
• Employee support services: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Care Concierge service, providing practical, emotional, financial and wellbeing support when you need it.
• Career development opportunities: From role-specific training and apprenticeships to leadership and management development programmes, we're committed to helping our people learn and grow.
• Cycle to Work scheme: Save on commuting costs while supporting a healthier lifestyle.
• My Benefits platform: Access discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, health and wellbeing services, and more.
• Free independent mortgage advice: Expert guidance to help you make informed financial decision.