Welder

An established and growing engineering and manufacturing business in the Bristol area is looking to recruit an experienced Welder to join its skilled workshop team. This is a hands-on position working on a variety of sheet metal fabrication projects, supporting the production of high-quality fabricated components and assemblies.

This role would suit a Welder with strong MIG welding and fabrication experience who enjoys working from engineering drawings and taking projects through the full fabrication process.

Key Responsibilities

• MIG welding sheet metal and steel sections.
• Measuring, cutting, folding, fitting, and fabricating metal components.
• Fabrication of sheet steel and sections ranging from 1mm to 10mm thickness.
• Operating fabrication machinery including guillotines and press brakes.
• Carrying out manual cutting using plasma and flame-cutting methods.
• Modifying, repairing, and fabricating replacement metal components when required.
• Using a variety of handheld and powered tools to complete fabrication activities.
• Ensuring all work is completed to high quality and safety standards.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a Welder or Fabricator Welder position.
• Strong sheet metal fabrication experience.
• Proven MIG welding skills.
• Ability to accurately read measurements and work to specifications.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• General engineering or manufacturing background.
• CNC machine operation experience would be advantageous.

Benefits

• Excellent earning potential with bonus opportunities.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Company pension scheme.
• Buy and sell holiday scheme.
• Private medical scheme.
• Life assurance and wellbeing support.
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing engineering business.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Welder looking to join a successful manufacturing and engineering environment with excellent long-term prospects, we'd be keen to hear from you. Submit your CV today for immediate consideration.