Fabricator, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Job title:
Maintenance Fabricator / Welder

Location:
Steelpark, Wolverhampton WV11 3SQ

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus benefits

Closing Date:
Tuesday 4th August 2026

As a Maintenance Fabricator / Welder, you’ll support the Engineering function by carrying out high‑quality fabrication and welding activities to enable breakdown repairs and planned maintenance. Working within a team environment, you’ll help ensure equipment reliability, maximise plant availability, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong technical expertise, problem‑solving ability, and commitment to safety and quality.

• Carry out fabrication and welding repairs to support breakdown and maintenance activities
• Ensure all repairs are completed in line with recognised engineering standards and best practice
• Support maintenance teams in diagnosing issues and preventing repeat failures
• Record and feedback root causes, spare requirements, and emerging issues via maintenance systems (e.g. Pirana)
• Manage and prioritise fabrication work across the Steelpark to meet operational demands
• Interpret engineering drawings and produce high‑quality fabrication work
• Participate in planned maintenance activities and continuous improvement initiatives
• Promote and comply with Tata Steel Health & Safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Conduct risk assessments and challenge unsafe practices to ensure a safe working environment
• Support and mentor apprentices and new team members

• ONC, City & Guilds, or equivalent in a relevant fabrication / welding discipline
• Proven experience in fabrication and welding within an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in welding techniques such as MIG and arc welding
• Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience of preventative maintenance and continuous improvement practices
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation (e.g. PUWER, LOLER)
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills
• IT literacy and experience using maintenance systems (desirable)

• A market‑competitive salary
• 35 days holiday per annum
• Annual Pay Review
• Bonus Scheme – subject to business performance
• Ongoing Tata Steel training, recognised as some of the best in the industry
• Private Healthcare Scheme (individual cover)
• One of the UK’s leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer / 6% employee)
• Free onsite parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Discounts with major brands such as Vodafone, Jaguar Land Rover, and various local services