Fabricator

We are seeking an experienced fabricator with experience with oxy-fuel burning to join our clients repair team. This client is specialising in the manufacture and repair of excavator buckets and related heavy-duty attachments. The successful candidate will work with mild steel plate to fabricate components and assemblies in line with engineering drawings and quality standards. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong fabrication skills and a solid background in heavy steelwork. The oxy-fuel burning and gouging is used to remove wear parts for replacements to be fit. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Remove and replace wear parts on excavator buckets and associated components from mild steel, working with material thicknesses typically ranging from 8mm to 40mm.

• Read and interpret technical/engineering drawings, ensuring work is carried out accurately and to specification.

• Carry out plating, cutting, and forming tasks using a variety of manual and powered tools and equipment.

• Ensure correct alignment, fit-up, and weld preparation of bucket components.

• Maintain high standards of health & safety, housekeeping, and PPE use in the workshop.

• Conduct visual inspections and basic quality checks during and after fabrication.

• Collaborate with welders, machinists, and team leaders to ensure timely and efficient production.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience in heavy fabrication or plating, ideally within construction or plant equipment manufacturing.

• Strong ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and weld symbols.

• Proficient in the use of MIG/MAG welding techniques and confident working with mild steel.

• Experience operating overhead cranes and forklifts (desirable – training can be provided).

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team under minimal supervision.

Qualifications:

• Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Fabrication & Welding / Plating / Engineering (preferred).

• Overhead crane or forklift license (desirable but not essential).

Hours & Pay: 

• Day Shift - 40 hours over 5 days - £14.64 PAYE or £19.00 CIS 
• Night Shift - 40 hours over 4 days - £14.64 PAYE + £20 per shift  or £19.00 CIS + £26.00 per shift