We're recruiting an experienced Fabricator Welder to join an established sheet-metal manufacturing business in NG17 (Nottinghamshire) supplying the electrical industry. The site produces steel and stainless-steel enclosures and fabricated metalwork used in builds such as LV switchgear, control panels, PDUs and modular power systems. This is a hands-on, workshop-based role suited to someone with strong fabrication ability, confident MIG welding skills, and experience working accurately to drawings in a precision sheet-metal environment. This is temp to perm role.
The Role (day-to-day)
You'll be responsible for fabricating and welding steel and stainless-steel components used in electrical enclosures, switchgear cabinets, frames and associated metalwork. Typical work includes:
Fabricating sheet-metal components such as enclosures, frames, doors, gland plates, brackets and internal metalwork
MIG welding on mild steel and stainless steel (and TIG welding on stainless steel - desirable)
Using general fabrication equipment including press brakes, guillotines, pillar drills, grinders and finishing tools
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, fabrication sketches and technical specifications
Assembling fabricated components using mechanical fitting methods (hinges, locks, studs, inserts, etc.)
Working closely with CNC operators, welders and the paint/powder-coating team to support production flow
Carrying out quality checks on welds, dimensions and finished components
Maintaining a clean and safe working environment in line with Health & Safety standards
Supporting continuous improvement and contributing to a positive team cultureHours / Shifts / Pay
This is primarily a Second Shift role, however please note: you may be required to start on DAYS initially while training, before moving onto the second shift pattern.
Second Shift (main shift):
Monday-Wednesday: 16:00 - 02:30
Thursday: 16:00 - 00:00
Pay rate: £21.44 per hour (inclusive of shift premium)Day Shift (training period - when required):
Monday-Thursday: 07:30 - 16:30
Friday: 07:30 - 12:30
Training/day rate: £16.12 per hourOvertime
Overtime is paid after 37.5 hours:
Weekdays: Time + 1/3
Weekends: Time + 1/2
Sundays & Bank Holidays: Double timeEssential Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a Fabricator Welder within sheet-metal or light/medium fabrication
Strong MIG welding capability (TIG on stainless is advantageous)
Able to read and work from engineering drawings
Confident using fabrication tools and workshop machinery safely
Good understanding of tolerances, measurements and quality standards
High attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work
Able to work independently and as part of a teamDesirable
TIG welding experience on stainless steel
Spot welding
Experience working alongside CNC sheet metal processes (e.g., CNC punch press / CNC press brake / CNC laser)
Exposure to powder coating environments and quality inspection standardsInterview Process
Face-to-face interview
Skills testLocation: NG17 (Nottinghamshire) - full site details provided at application stage.
Apply now with your CV to be considered.
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Salary description
£21.00 - £44.00 per hour