Sheet Metal Fabricator / Welder

Bristol

1 month ago

Applications closed

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Sheet Metal Fabricator / Welder to join a manufacturing company in Bristol. You'll be part of a well-established group of professionals who share a similar technical background and expertise.

This is a newly created role due to continued company growth. To be successful in this position, you should have a strong background in the below areas:

Sheet Metal Fabricator / Welder Job Overview

Fabrication:

Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings
Assemble components using hand tools and fabrication equipment
Follow specific customer requirements and specifications
Operate overhead cranes and apply safe lifting techniques
Comply with SA Manufacturing's quality standards
Contribute to the training and mentoring of apprentices
Maintain compliance with Health & Safety protocols

Welding:

Perform welding on a variety of steel grades and thicknesses, guided by detailed weld specifications
Carry out fillet and butt welding with both full and partial penetration joints
Weld in flat and positional orientations, primarily using MAG welding processes
Follow official welding procedure specifications
Understand essential welding techniques including preheating, interpass temperature control, and other key process controls
Participate in weld testing (minimum of two tests required)

Sheet Metal Fabricator / Welder Job Requirements

Completion of a formal Sheet Metal/Fabrication apprenticeship
Proven experience in MIG welding
Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
Familiarity with 5S workplace organisation and ability to maintain a tidy, efficient work area
Adherence to quality and Health & Safety standards
Willingness to take direction and work under supervision as needed

Sheet Metal Fabricator / Welder Salary & Benefits

Working 39 hours per week - Monday to Thursday: 7:30 to 16:30 and Friday 7:30 to 12:30.
Opportunities for career progression and personal development
Free onsite parking
Monthly pay awards bonus up to £200 a month
Wage dependent on experience up to £17.50 p/h

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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