Welder/Fabricator
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Position Overview & Specifications
About us
THE STEEL SHOP LTD is a small business in Pyle, Bridgend. We are structural steel specialists that supply & install within the domestic and commerical areas.
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
- On-the-job training
- Flexible working hours
- Overtime
We are looking for an experienced Fabricator/Welder to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for fabricating and welding structural steel, reading and interpreting fabrication drawings, and ensuring that all safety protocols are followed. The ideal candidate should have a strong attention to detail, the ability to work with a variety of tools and machines, and a willingness to learn new techniques. We are looking for someone who is passionate about their work and can produce high-quality results in a timely manner.
Requirements :
- Read and interpret fabrication drawings, sketches, and other drawings.
- Be a time servered welder with experiance in producing structural steel
- Operate welding equipment & common workshop machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety regulations.
- Perform welding operations such as arc welding, MIG welding, TIG welding, etc.
- Experiance with gantry crane and forklift would be welcomed
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £13.00-£16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Workshop Welder/Fabricator
Expected start date: 05/06/2023
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 Welder/Fabricator roles across THE STEEL SHOP 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 £13 - £16 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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