Welder

Fabricator / Welder Bedford £35,000 - £45,000 We are proud to be representing a specialist engineering contractor operating within the water and wastewater sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire an experienced Fabricator / Welder to join their established workshop team in Bedford. Benefits: * Competitive salary * Overtime opportunities * Career development opportunities * Company pension * Training and professional development * Modern workshop environment The position of Fabricator / Welder offers excellent opportunities for career progression and involvement in a wide range of technically challenging projects. Working within a skilled fabrication team, you will manufacture pipework, tanks, structural steelwork and bespoke process equipment used across major water and wastewater treatment projects throughout the UK. You will be joining a business that places a strong emphasis on quality, safety and continuous improvement, providing a supportive environment where skilled individuals can further develop their expertise. Requirements for the role of Fabricator / Welder: * City & Guilds, NVQ or Apprenticeship in Fabrication, Welding or Mechanical Engineering * Proven experience in fabrication and welding within an industrial environment * Ability to read and interpret engineering and isometric drawings * Experience working with pipework systems and fabrication standards * Strong mechanical aptitude and technical ability * Excellent communication and teamwork skills * Ability to work independently and prioritise workloads effectively * Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality * Good understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements within a fabrication workshop * Experience working within an ISO9001 quality environment would be advantageous * Knowledge of BS EN 1090 (CE Marking) would be beneficial Duties and Responsibilities: * Fabricate and weld stainless steel and carbon steel pipework ranging from ¼" to 24" * Carry out purge welding and fabrication of process and wastewater pipework systems * Manufacture pipe spools, manifolds and bespoke fabricated assemblies * Fabricate tanks, splitter chambers, inlet structures, air grids, sieves, frameworks and associated steelwork * Assemble large structures using overhead crane facilities where required * Work from engineering drawings and fabrication specifications to produce high-quality finished products * Carry out quality inspections during both fabrication and final assembly stages * Support the day-to-day operation of the workshop and fabrication facility * Assist with organisation and storage of materials for ongoing projects * Conduct routine checks on workshop equipment, lifting gear and tools * Ensure lifting equipment is available for LOLER inspections and tools for PAT testing * Maintain excellent housekeeping standards throughout the workshop and yard * Promote and follow safe working practices at all times * Ensure LEV extraction systems are used during welding activities * Work closely with Workshop Team Leaders and Site Teams to meet production targets and project deadlines * Provide feedback and progress updates on ongoing fabrication projects The successful candidate will be a motivated and reliable individual with a proactive approach, capable of maintaining high standards of workmanship while contributing positively to a collaborative workshop environment. Interested in this or other roles within fabrication, welding, process engineering or the water sector, please do not hesitate to apply. This is a permanent role