Fabricator, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Senior Fabricator required!

Banbridge
Full-Time | 39 Hours per Week
Monday - Thursday: 7:00am - 4:00pm
Friday: 7:00am - 3:00pm

About the Role

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Fabricator to join a busy offsite manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled fabrication professional with strong leadership capabilities to play a key role in delivering high-quality pipework solutions while mentoring and supporting junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate pipework sections from engineering drawings to a high standard of quality and accuracy.
• Identify fabrication defects and implement corrective actions.
• Safely operate workshop machinery, tools, and fabrication equipment.
• Assist with workflow planning and prioritisation of workloads.
• Provide technical guidance on pipe fit-up, material selection, and fabrication techniques.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and team performance.
• Mentor and develop junior fabricators and pipe fitters.
• Complete job cards and fabrication documentation accurately.
• Report drawing discrepancies, clashes, or missing information to supervisors and engineers.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

Essential Requirements

• Experience in pipe fabrication using carbon steel and stainless steel.

• Experience mentoring and supporting the development of junior team members.
• Experience working within an offsite workshop or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of carbon steel and stainless-steel properties, contamination risks, handling, and storage requirements.
• Good understanding of safe working practices when using fabrication tools and equipment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and adapt to changing production demands.

Desirable Criteria

• NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication & Welding, Pipe fitting, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a Senior or Lead Fabricator position.
• Strong background in manual pipe fitting.
• Experience applying lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Forklift Licence.
• CSCS Card.

What's on Offer?

• Permanent, full-time opportunity.
• Early finish every Friday.
• Opportunity to work on varied and technically challenging projects.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for progression and development.
• Commitment to high safety and quality standards.

If you are an experienced fabricator looking to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your up-to-date CV via the "Apply" link