Location: Maidstone
c.£30,000 – £32,000 + Overtime dependent on experience
Mon–Fri, 8:00–16:30
Contact: Emily or Sammy at PWR
Workshop Welder / Machinist (Stainless Steel Focus)
Looking for a role where your welding skills are genuinely valued, but you can also keep your hands in machining?
We’re working with a well-established manufacturing business looking to add a Welder / Machinist to their close-knit workshop team. This is a hands-on, varied role with a strong emphasis on quality stainless steel welding, alongside practical machining work using lathes and mills.
The Role
This is not a one-dimensional job — you’ll be a key part of the workshop, balancing precision welding with machining responsibilities.
MIG welding on stainless and mild steel fabricated components
Producing clean, high-quality welds where finish matters
Operating manual machinery including lathes, mills and band saws
Supporting light CNC work where required
Reading and working from engineering drawings and technical specs
Inspecting your own work to maintain high standards
Working closely with the wider team to meet production targets
(Typically a welding-led role, but with regular hands-on machining throughout the week)
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is confident in welding, but also comfortable getting involved with machining — or keen to develop further in that area.
Strong MIG welding experience (essential)
Experience working with stainless steel – key requirement
Ability to produce neat, consistent welds
Experience using manual lathes and/or milling machines
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Background in a workshop or manufacturing environment
A hands-on, team-focused attitude with pride in your work
(Machining can be developed further if your welding is your stronger skillset)
Why Apply?
£30–32k basic + regular overtime available
Monday to Friday – no weekends
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Supportive, down-to-earth team environment
Opportunity to develop both welding and machining skills
Stable business that invests in its people
This role suits someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in high-quality stainless steel welding, but also wants to stay involved in practical machining work rather than being stuck on one process all day.
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Salary description
£30000.00 - £32000.00 per year