Fabricator Welder

Job Title: Fabricator/Welder Location: Ipswich, Suffolk Salary: Negotiable Contract: Full-time, permanent Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7.30am - 4.00pm; Friday, 7.30am - 1.00pm   The Opportunity An established and highly respected engineering and manufacturing organisation based in Suffolk is seeking a skilled and reliable Fabricator/Welder to join its growing manufacturing team.   The business specialises in the design, fabrication, and production of high-quality power generating equipment for the industrial and marine sectors. With over 80 years of experience, the organisation has built a strong reputation for craftsmanship, reliability, and delivering robust, British-made products to customers across the UK and beyond.   This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering environment where traditional fabrication skills are combined with modern technology to deliver high-quality industrial equipment.   The Role As a Fabricator/Welder, you will be responsible for fabricating, welding, and assembling metal components to precise standards. Working from engineering drawings and technical specifications, you will use a range of workshop machinery and equipment to produce high-quality components and finished assemblies.   The role would suit an experienced Fabricator/Welder who takes pride in their workmanship, has strong attention to detail, and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider manufacturing team.   Key responsibilities will include: Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications Conducting MIG/TIG welding and general metal fabrication to precise standards Fabricating and assembling metal components for industrial equipment Operating workshop machinery, including press brakes, guillotines, saws, drills, and associated equipment Performing fitting, finishing, and quality checks on completed assemblies where required Maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised workshop Working with Rockwool and other insulation materials Taking a flexible approach and being willing to undertake tasks outside of typical Fabricator/Welder duties Successfully passing a down-hand butt and fillet weld test using MIG   About You The successful candidate is likely to have: Proven experience in welding, fabrication, and sheet metal work Experience with MIG/TIG welding and general metal fabrication The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications Strong attention to detail and pride in the quality of your work The ability to work independently and as part of a team A flexible and positive approach to supporting wider workshop requirements The ability to meet the required welding standard through a down-hand butt and fillet weld test using MIG   What's on Offer Competitive and negotiable salary 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Workplace pension Life assurance / death in service benefit Overtime available at time and a half during busier periods Free on-site parking Employee Assistance Programme Optional company events   If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience, please submit your CV for consideration