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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