Structural Welder​/Fabricator — Modular Building Fabrication

Structural Welder/Fabricator.

We are looking for a skilled, motivated and safety-focused Structural Welder/Fabricator to join our production team making modular buildings and related structural products.

You will be working in a BS EN 1090 certified production facility, where you will be responsible for making and welding structural steel parts used in modular buildings. You will produce high-quality work following technical drawings, welding procedures and quality standards, whilst maintaining a strong focus on safety, efficiency and continuous improvement.

What You Will Be Doing

• High-quality MIG/MAG welding to BS EN ISO 9606 standards.
• Making steel structures and parts for modular buildings, including base frames, support structures and connection details.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, welding symbols, general layout drawings and Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Carrying out making work including measuring, marking out, cutting, grinding, drilling and fitting steel components before welding.
• Using production machinery and workshop equipment following company procedures and training.
• Assembling steel structures according to approved technical drawings and specifications.
• Completing welds to the correct dimensions and quality requirements using jigs, fixtures and freehand techniques where needed.
• Meeting production targets whilst maintaining the correct quality and safety standards.
• Helping to meet weekly production schedules and delivery deadlines.
• Carrying out your own checks and assisting with visual inspection and testing processes, including visual testing (VT) and non-destructive testing (NDT) where required.
• Keeping weld defects and rework to a minimum by following approved welding procedures and getting it right first time.
• Completing production and quality records as required by the BS EN 1090 quality system.
• Safely using overhead cranes, lifting equipment and related tools following company procedures and training.
• Working with the rest of the production team to meet production and delivery goals.
• Taking part in toolbox talks, safety briefings and ongoing skills training.
• Keeping the workplace tidy and helping with 5S principles in the welding and making area.
• Reporting defects, material shortages, equipment issues and quality concerns immediately to the Supervisor.
• Supporting continuous improvement ideas across production, quality and safety processes.

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Fabrication and Welding, or similar practical experience.
• Current BS EN ISO 9606-1 MIG/MAG qualification, or sufficient experience and ability to pass the qualification test when you start.
• Experience working to BS EN 1090 standards.
• Proven experience welding structural steel components.
• Able to read and interpret technical and making drawings.
• Good knowledge of welding safety requirements and quality standards.
• Experience using making hand tools and workshop equipment.

• Experience in modular construction, offsite production or portable building settings.
• Experience welding structural steel sections ranging from 3mm to 20mm thickness.
• Experience using band saws, pedestal drills and making machinery.
• Knowledge of welding quality records, including WPSs, WPQRs and weld maps.
• Basic mechanical assembly or fitting skills.
• Overhead crane, forklift or slinger/signaller certificate.
• Experience working in a BS EN 1090 certified production setting.

• Very attentive to details and committed to doing quality work.
• Positive attitude towards health, safety and environmental standards.
• Reliable, punctual and professional.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Happy working independently or as part of a team.
• Flexible when production priorities and business needs change.
• Good at communicating and solving problems.
• Keen to learn new skills and help with continuous improvement ideas.

• Excellent salary of £43,000 per year.
• Overtime available depending on business needs.
• Well-organised and supportive production team with a strong focus on safety, quality and teamwork.
• Training, qualification and requalification support for BS EN ISO 9606 and other relevant welding standards.
• Long-term, secure job in a growing modular production business.
• Career progression opportunities into senior welder, charge hand and supervisor roles.
• Access to training and development programmes.
• Opportunity to work on major construction and infrastructure projects.
• Company-provided PPE and the tools you need