Metal Fabricator

Aureol Global Connections; Waterford; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Aureol Global Connections is seeking skilled metal fabricators in Ireland to fabricate, assemble and install metal structures per engineering drawings and project specifications. You will interpret fabrication drawings, measure, cut, bend and fit stainless steel, aluminium and carbon steel components, and operate workshop equipment.

The role requires 3+ years' experience in industrial construction, strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in metal fabrication within industrial construction, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, or data centre environments.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Experience working with stainless steel, aluminium, and carbon steel materials.
• Proficiency in measuring, cutting, bending, assembling, and fitting fabricated components.
• Experience using a range of fabrication tools and workshop equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to work.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements within a construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and install metal structures per drawings and specs.
• Interpret fabrication drawings, isometric and shop drawings.
• Measure, mark, cut, bend, shape, and fit metal materials.
• Operate fabrication tools and equipment.
• Welding, tacking, grinding, and finishing.
• Manufacture and install supports for mechanical, electrical, piping, and instrumentation systems.
• Conduct quality inspections on fabricated components.
• Assist with site installation and modification works.
• Maintain fabrication records.
• Ensure compliance with project quality standards.
• Adhere to health and safety requirements on site.
• Collaborate with supervisors, engineers and other trades.

Skills

Drawing interpretation

Measurement & layout

Isometric drawings

Welding & finishing

Tool operation

Quality inspection

Team collaboration

Health & safety

Tools

Saws

Grinders

Guillotines

Presses

Cutting tools

Job description

• Fabricate, assemble, and install metal structures, supports, brackets, frames, and enclosures in accordance with engineering drawings and project specifications.
• Interpret fabrication drawings, isometric drawings, shop drawings, and technical specifications.
• Measure, mark, cut, bend, shape, and fit metal materials including stainless steel, aluminium, and mild steel.
• Operate fabrication equipment including saws, grinders, drills, guillotines, presses, and cutting tools.
• Carry out welding, tacking, grinding, and finishing work as required.
• Manufacture and install supports for mechanical, electrical, piping, and instrumentation systems.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure fabricated components meet dimensional and project requirements.
• Assist with site installation and modification works during construction and commissioning phases.
• Maintain accurate fabrication and material records.
• Ensure compliance with project quality standards and customer specifications.
• Adhere to all site health and safety requirements, including permit-to-work systems and safe working practices.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, engineers, and other trades to meet project deadlines.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in metal fabrication within industrial construction, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, or data centre environments.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Experience working with stainless steel, aluminium, and carbon steel materials.
• Proficiency in measuring, cutting, bending, assembling, and fitting fabricated components.
• Experience using a range of fabrication tools and workshop equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to work.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements within a construction environment.
• Previous experience on semiconductor, pharmaceutical, cleanroom, or large-scale industrial projects would be an advantage.