Welder Fabricator

Position: Welder Fabricator (Permanent)
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Job Title:

Welder Fabricator

Location:

Newcastle
Hourly Rate:
Up to £18.14 per hour

Shifts:

Days
Benefits:

* Pension:
Match up to 6%

* Hours:

Mon to Thurs: 07:00 – 16:45

* Production Bonus:
Up to £360 per quarter

* Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays
The Company:
Join a well-established, innovative engineering manufacturer specialising in high-precision metal fabrication. The company offers long-term career stability, modern equipment, excellent training opportunities, and a supportive, safety-focused culture. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a skilled Welder Fabricator to join their expanding team.

Job Description:

As a Welder Fabricator, you will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, and welding a variety of metal components to engineering drawings and specifications. You will work across MIG/TIG processes, precision fabrication, and quality-critical operations, ensuring all work meets required standards and industry codes. This Welder Fabricator role requires strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a wider engineering team.
Key duties include:

* Reading and interpreting technical drawings and work instructions

* Cutting, shaping, and assembling metal components using workshop tools and machinery

* Carrying out MIG and TIG welding on a variety of materials

* Working to WPS (Weld Procedure Specifications) and recognised welding codes such as BS EN and ISO

* Preparing jigs and fixtures for complex assemblies

* Operating CNC plasma cutters, waterjet, and precision machinery (desirable)

* Inspecting completed welds and assemblies for accuracy and compliance

* Maintaining tools and equipment and following all safety procedures, SSOW, risk assessments, and quality standards
This Welder Fabricator position is full-time and permanent, offering excellent development opportunities within a stable and growing engineering organisation.

Skills & Experience:

Essential:

* Proven experience as a Welder Fabricator within a heavy manufacturing or engineering environment

* Competent in MIG and TIG welding, with coded TIG welding in stainless steel considered highly advantageous

* Ability to understand and weld to WPS

* Skilled in reading technical drawings and using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and inspection arms

* Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and consistent high-quality output
Desirable:

* Experience preparing jigs/fixtures and working on complex assemblies

* Experience with CNC plasma cutting or waterjet machinery
Why Should You Apply?

* Secure, permanent Welder Fabricator position in a respected engineering business

* Competitive hourly rate plus strong benefits package

* Access to high-quality equipment and modern welding/fabrication facilities

* Opportunities for training, development, and career progression

* Supportive working environment that values safety, quality, and employee development

* Perfect role for an experienced Welder Fabricator looking for long-term stability and a varied, rewarding workload