Automotive Welder​/Fabricator

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an Automotive Welder / Fabricator in Croydon. This is a full‑time, permanent position in a precision‑focused workshop, specialising in classic car restoration and bespoke customer builds.

• Salary of £35,000-£40,000 for 40 hours per week (flexible start and finish times)
• Permanent workshop position with career stability
• Opportunity to work on classic restoration and customer‑specific builds
• Use of MIG, TIG and stick welding, supported by a quality and safety‑first working culture

• Perform MIG, TIG and stick welding on thin, rusty sheet metal, producing clean, accurate welds without burn‑through
• Assess vehicle rust damage and determine the best repair approach before work
• Remove corroded sections using suitable methods, including grinding, sanding, blasting or chemical treatment where required
• Fabricate and fit sheet metal sections, including patching and panel replacement, to restore original contours
• Use plasma cutting to prepare repair areas and remove damaged metal efficiently
• Complete body filler work to achieve a high‑quality finish after structural repairs
• Apply corrosion prevention measures, including priming and protective coatings
• Carry out structural repairs with sound judgement, maintaining strict workshop safety practices

• Proven experience in a Welder / Fabricator role within automotive restoration or related metal fabrication
• Ability to weld thin sheet metal effectively, including in challenging conditions with rusty and weakened areas
• Knowledge of rust assessment and repair preparation methods (grinding, sanding, blasting, chemical treatment)
• Competent in sheet metal fabrication, patching, panel replacement and plasma cutting
• Experience applying corrosion prevention methods, including priming and protective coatings
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work to a high accuracy standard on classic vehicles

Contact Liam Buffenbarger, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Croydon and Surrey, today to discover more about this fantastic Automotive Welder / Fabricator opportunity.