Tig Welder

A well-established engineering and manufacturing business is looking for an experienced Welder / Fabricator to join its production team.

This is a varied, hands-on role involving the fabrication and TIG welding of bespoke stainless-steel food processing equipment for both UK and international customers.

The Role

You will be responsible for welding and fabricating stainless steel components and assemblies, working with materials ranging from 1mm to 12mm thickness. The role includes pipework and purge welding, along with general fabrication and sheet-metal work.

Key responsibilities include

TIG welding stainless steel from 1mm–12mm thickness

Fabrication and assembly of bespoke equipment

Stainless-steel pipework and purge welding

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Working to specified tolerances and bend allowances

Operating sheet-metal and fabrication machinery

Producing high-quality work to engineering standards

Working effectively as part of a production team

Supporting installation work at customer sites when required

Maintaining high standards of health & safety, quality and housekeeping

About You

The successful Welder / Fabricator will ideally have:

Proven TIG welding and fabrication experience

Experience working with stainless steel

Experience with pipework and purge welding

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Good understanding of tolerances and bend allowances

Experience using sheet-metal/fabrication machinery

Strong attention to detail and quality

Good understanding of workplace health & safety

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

A City & Guilds qualification in Welding/Fabrication or a recognised engineering apprenticeship would be advantageous, although relevant hands-on experience will also be considered.

Working Hours

39 hours per week, Monday to Friday:

Monday: 7:30am – 4:00pm

Tuesday: 7:30am – 4:30pm

Wednesday & Thursday: 7:30am – 5:00pm

Friday: 7:30am – 12:00pm

10-minute morning break and 30-minute lunch break