Fabrication Welder
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Position Overview & Specifications
Company Description
McGeoch Technology Ltd. is a well-established and expanding manufacturing company based in Birmingham and due to their current projected growth, we are now looking to recruit for the position of Fabrication / Welder.
The successful applicant will be based at our client's production facility in Birmingham city centre.
The Role
Reporting to the Production Manager as part of the Fabrication / Welder team, your responsibilities will be preparation and welding of mild steel, Aluminium, Stainless steel, thicknesses of material will range from 1mm - 10mm.
Your duties will include but not be limited to the following;
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
1. Technical Duties
· Fabrication of Mild steel, Stainless-steel & Aluminium components as required ensuring that the highest standards in finish and tolerances, in accordance with information supplied, are achieved using sound “trade” methods.
· Must hold the following accreditations, BS EN ISO 15614 -1 & BS EN ISO 15614. - 2 and approved to weld Butt, Fillet and plug.
· Weld components and framework using a TIG & MIG welding processes.
· Position align and fit parts according to specifications.
· Grind, sand, polish and detail fabrications to required finish using hand and power tools to a high standard.
· Measure and examine completed work to verify conformance to specifications.
· All Fabrications tasks are to be completed in the agreed (quoted) time frames or better.
· Operation of manual machine tools, as part of the fabrication process when required.
· Machines to be kept in a tidy and well-maintained manner, which would require maintenance be undertaken from time to time.
· Ensure that the supply of consumables, i.e. gas, welding wire etc. does not run which could affect the job.
· Work with the Manager to ensure adequate stock levels are maintained.
· Maintains tools, gauges and equipment in a clean, orderly and safe manner.
· Display flexibility to work in other departments and overtime as necessary to assist the company in meeting production goals.
· Liaise with design team and give input into new designs.
· Complete administrative tasks as required.
· Work from drawing without supervision.
· Report drawing errors.
- COMPETENCIES
· Proven knowledge and experience of Industrial Fabrication.
· Significant Industry exposure.
· BS EN ISO 15614 -1 & BS EN ISO 15614. - 2 accreditation (in date)
· Knowledge of metal finishing techniques.
· Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, weld procedures and work instructions.
· Ability to recognise welding symbols and specifications.
· Be customer and results focused, have integrity, and be a proven team-player.
Benefits
Competitive salary + Over time (when required)
Hours of Work:
TBC
Holidays
Holidays
25 Days holiday; a combination of floating days and compulsory factory shutdown over Christmas period.
All bank holidays
Start of employment
ASAP
Job Type: Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: FW0001
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Fabrication Welder roles across McGeoch Technology Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,000 - £29,751 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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