Fabricator​/Welder

About the Role

Fabricator / Welder opportunity with a long-established, family-run steel fabrication business in Basingstoke, Hampshire. The role focuses on structural steelwork for domestic and smaller commercial projects, providing variety and responsibility.

• Salary: £17.00 - £18.00 per hour + Overtime
• Type:
  Full Time
• Region: UK - South East
• Location:
  
  Basingstoke, Hampshire
• Posted: 05/05/2026
• Reference: BBBH
  7159_
• Hours:
  
  40-hour week, 7:00am – 4:00pm Monday to Friday (flexibility where possible)

• Interpret drawings, job specs and work orders to deliver fabrication projects from start to finish
• Measure, mark out, cut, drill and prepare steel prior to fabrication
• Carry out MIG, TIG, MMA welding to a high standard across structural steelwork
• Assemble and fabricate components including beams, frames and general steel structures
• Carry out inspection and correction of welds to meet required specifications
• Operate workshop equipment including grinders, cutting tools, forklifts and hoists
• Support occasional site-based work (mainly local residential projects)
• Maintain accurate records in line with CE marking and traceability requirements
• Ensure a clean, safe and organised working environment at all times

• Proven experience as a Fabricator / Welder with the ability to manage jobs end-to-end
• Strong background in structural steelwork (architectural experience a bonus)
• Proficient in MIG, TIG and MMA welding techniques
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication specifications
• Previous coding experience or familiarity with coded environments and CE marking processes
• Comfortable working in a hands-on, physical role involving lifting and manual work
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to muck in when needed
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• CSCS card and/or forklift licence advantageous (training can be provided)