Welder in CM7, Braintree, Essex

Energy Jobline CVL; Braintree; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay 1.5x after 40 hours

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is seeking a skilled Welder / Fabricator in Braintree, Essex for a permanent, full-time role. You will perform MIG welding of mild steel components (3mm – 40mm) and interpret technical drawings, while operating fabrication machinery to a high standard.

Based in a structural and architectural fabrication environment, the role offers steady hours (7:30am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday), overtime paid at 1.5x after 40 hours, and free on-site parking.

Qualifications

• Proven welding and fabrication experience
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings accurately
• NVQ, Diploma or Apprenticeship in Welding/Fabrication
• Familiarity with fabrication machinery and workshop tools
• CAD knowledge is advantageous but not essential
• Safety-conscious approach

Responsibilities

• MIG weld mild steel components (3mm – 40mm thickness)
• Interpret and work from technical engineering drawings
• Operate fabrication machinery and equipment
• Work to execution class 2 welding standards
• Fabricate bespoke and structural components to specification
• Ensure all work meets quality and safety standards

Skills

MIG welding

Read technical drawings

Fabrication knowledge

Safety-conscious

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ/Diploma/Apprenticeship in Welding/Fabrication

Tools

CAD software

Fabrication machinery

Job description

Job Specification – Welder / Fabricator

Location: Braintree, Essex
Pay: £16.00 – £18.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent (subject to a 3-month probation period)
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm

About the Role:

A well-established manufacturing company in Braintree is seeking a skilled Welder / Fabricator to join their growing team. This is a hands-on, full-time position offering long-term stability, excellent pay, and great company benefits. You’ll be working in a structural and architectural fabrication environment, contributing to high-quality projects across a range of sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• MIG welding of mild steel components (3mm – 40mm thickness)
• Interpreting and working from technical engineering drawings
• Operating fabrication machinery and equipment
• Working to execution class 2 welding standards
• Fabricating bespoke and structural components to specification
• Ensuring all work meets quality and safety standards

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience in welding and fabrication (preferably in a structural environment)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings accurately
• NVQ, Diploma, or completed Apprenticeship in Welding/Fabrication (essential)
• Familiarity with fabrication machinery and workshop tools
• Knowledge of CAD is advantageous, but not essential
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious approach

Company Benefits (upon permanent employment):

• Overtime paid at 1.5x after 40 hours
• Free on-site car parking