Fabricator Welder

We are seeking an experienced Plater / Welder and Fabricator to join a busy and skilled engineering team. This hands-on role will involve working from detailed fabrication drawings to produce high-quality structural steel components for projects across construction, manufacturing, and heavy industry sectors.

To be considered for the role, you’ll require the following essentials:

• Proven experience as a Plater / Welder and Fabricator within a structural steel or heavy fabrication environment
• Proficient in MIG welding; TIG/MMA skills advantageous
• Competent in reading and interpreting detailed technical drawings
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes, materials, and tolerances
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Physically fit and able to handle heavy materials safely

Within this position, you’ll also be:

• Read and interpret complex engineering and fabrication drawings accurately
• Mark out, cut, drill, and prepare steel sections ready for fabrication
• Plate heavy steel components ensuring precise alignment and tolerances
• Perform high-quality MIG welding (TIG and MMA welding experience an advantage)
• Use a variety of tools and machinery including grinders, guillotines, and presses
• Check finished work against specifications to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Work to production deadlines while maintaining quality standards
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including PPE use and safe workshop practices

Desirable Skills of the Plater / Welder and Fabricator role:

• Experience working with large-scale construction or industrial steel projects
• Knowledge of welding codes and quality standards
• Overhead crane operation and forklift licence (training can be provided)
• Ability to carry out basic welding repairs and modifications on-site when required

Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support.

Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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