Welder Fabricator

Fabricator / Welder /Sheet Metal
📍 Laindon - Must Drive
💰 £16 - £18 + per hour + DOE + excellent benefits
🕗 Monday to Friday | 8:00am – 4:30pm
📄 Permanent | Full-Time
Department: Fabrication / Workshop
About the Company
Our client is a long-established engineering and fabrication business, recognised for delivering high-quality, bespoke stainless-steel solutions across the commercial kitchen, catering, and industrial sectors. With a strong reputation for precision, craftsmanship, and reliability, they are now expanding their workshop team and looking for an experienced Sheet Metal Fabricator/Welder to join their growing operation.
The Role
As a Sheet Metal Fabricator/Welder, you’ll be responsible for producing high-quality stainless-steel and mild-steel components such as sinks, benches, cupboards, pass-through units, and other bespoke fabricated products.
You’ll work from detailed engineering drawings using both manual and CNC fabrication equipment, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and a premium finish.
This is a hands-on and varied role, combining workshop fabrication with occasional site-based installation, giving you the satisfaction of seeing each project through from start to finish.
Key Responsibilities
Fabrication & Welding
* Fabricate, assemble, and repair a wide range of sheet metal products.
* Perform MIG and TIG welding to a high standard on stainless steel and mild steel.
* Operate fabrication equipment including guillotines, press brakes, rollers, and grinders.
Technical Work
* Interpret and work accurately from engineering drawings and cutting lists.
* Mark out, measure, and cut materials to precise dimensions.
* Select appropriate gauges and sheet types for each project.
* Drill, punch, and finish components to achieve exact fit and quality.
Quality & Safety
* Check all components for accuracy and finish before assembly.
* Polish and finish stainless-steel items to a professional standard.
* Maintain a clean, safe workspace and follow all Health & Safety requirements.
* Adhere to company quality assurance processes and documentation.
Site Work
* Attend client sites for measurements, surveys, and installations.
* Collaborate with the sales and contracts team to assess site requirements.
* Carry out installation, modification, or repair work on fabricated items as needed.
About You
* Proven experience as aaining high quality standards.
* Sheet Metal Fabricator, Welder, or Metal Worker.
* Skilled in MIG and TIG welding (stainless and mild steel).
* Confident reading and interpreting technical drawings.
* Strong understanding of fabrication tools and CNC machinery.
* Committed to safe working practices and maint
* Able to work independently and as part of a small, supportive team.
* Flexible attitude towards overtime and occasional off-site work.
Desirable:
* Experience within catering or industrial fabrication.
* Knowledge of stainless-steel polishing and finishing techniques.
* Basic fitting or installation experience.
What’s on Offer
✅ Competitive hourly rate (based on experience)
✅ Ongoing training and career development opportunities
✅ Modern, well-equipped workshop
✅ Supportive, friendly working environment
✅ Paid travel and expenses in line with company policy
How to Apply
If you’re a skilled Fabricator/Welder who takes pride in producing quality work and wants to join a respected, growing company — we’d love to hear from you!
Please send your CV, including your availability for interview and notice period