Welder​/Fabricator

Structural Steel Welder/Fabricator - Christchurch
£16-£18ph

As a Structural Steel Welder/Fabricator, you’ll join a busy workshop handling structural projects ranging from execution class 2 to 3. The work is varied, technical, and well suited to someone confident interpreting fabrication drawings and producing clean, consistent MIG welds. Recent coding is preferred, though renewals can be arranged. This is a solid long-term position offering stability, support, and room to grow your skills.

This opportunity is ideal for a Structural Steel Welder/Fabricator who takes pride in accuracy, reliability, and consistently high standards.

Key responsibilities

Comply with all Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental policies
Work in line with company values and site procedures
Operate equipment safely and complete routine safety checks
Carry out fabrication, welding and associated tasks on structural steel sections
Weld to BS EN 9606-1:2017 standard
Produce accurate work from fabrication drawings and complete quality checks/sign-offs
Record fabrication times in the STRUMIS system
Maintain a clean and organised workshop area
Essential skills

2–5 years’ experience as a Structural Steel Welder/Fabricator
Strong MIG welding ability
Ability to read and work confidently from fabrication drawings
Recent coding (or willingness to renew)
Experience working to structural steel standards and procedures
Desirable experience

Exposure to execution class 2 or 3 projects
Familiarity with STRUMIS or similar production systems
Benefits

£16–£18 per hour
Overtime at time and a half (when available)
25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Annual discretionary profit share scheme
If you’re an experienced Structural Steel Welder/Fabricator who wants to be part of a business that values precision, people, and progress, get in touch. Call Rio at Holt Engineering on (phone number removed)