Welder fabricator

Job Title: Metal & Stainless Steel Welder Fabricator Location: Weymouth Salary: £17- £ 19 per hour Hours: Minimum 40 hours per week (average 48 hours per week) About the Role We are seeking a skilled Metal & Stainless Steel Welder Fabricator to join our team, supporting projects within the water industry. You will be working alongside mechanical and civil engineering teams to fabricate and assemble high-quality components used in water infrastructure and treatment systems. Working Hours & Overtime

• Standard working hours: 07:00 – 16:00, with a 1-hour unpaid break • Weekday hours are paid at the standard hourly rate • Overtime is typically available to meet project demands • Weekend shifts are paid at time and a half (£28.50 per hour)

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld mild steel and stainless steel components to engineering drawings and specifications

• Perform MIG and TIG welding to a high standard • Read and interpret technical drawings, plans, and blueprints • Assemble fabricated parts for installation in water industry projects • Ensure all work meets quality, safety, and industry standards • Carry out inspections and basic quality checks on completed work • Collaborate with mechanical and civil engineers to meet project requirements • Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Requirements

• Proven experience as a welder fabricator, particularly with stainless steel • Strong MIG and TIG welding skills • Ability to read and work from technical drawings • Experience working on infrastructure, water industry, or similar engineering projects

(preferred) • Good understanding of health & safety regulations • Strong attention to detail and workmanship quality • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable Skills

• Previous experience in the water or utilities sector • Welding certifications (e.g., coded welding) • Experience with site installation work

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £19.00 • Consistent workload with regular overtime opportunities • Weekend overtime paid at enhanced rate • Opportunity to work on specialist engineering projects within the water industry • Supportive team environment