Fabricator/Welder

Ancaster, Lincolnshire

£18/hour

Full job description

Fabricator-Welder – Night Shift

Location: Ancaster, NG32
Pay: £18.00 per hour
Shift: 8:00pm – 4:00am
Job Type: Full-time, Night Shift

We are looking for an experienced Fabricator-Welder to join our busy Fabrications team in Ancaster, NG32 on a permanent night shift.

This is a hands-on role involving the repair, maintenance and refurbishment of waste containers, ensuring they are safe, functional, presentable and ready for customer use.

The successful candidate will have strong fabrication and welding experience, excellent practical skills and a commitment to working safely and to a high standard.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

Carrying out welding, grinding, cutting, burning and general fabrication duties

Repairing and maintaining waste containers to ensure they are safe, functional and presentable

Carrying out MIG welding and other welding and fabrication tasks as required

Reading and working from technical drawings

Using grinders, cutting equipment and general fabrication tools

Maintaining machinery, tools and equipment and reporting any defects

Working alongside the welding and fabrication team and third-party contractors

Supporting the wider maintenance workshop when required

Ensuring work areas are safe and free from hazards before starting tasks

Maintaining good housekeeping standards within the fabrication yard

Cleaning down your work area at the end of each shift

Completing relevant documentation, including log sheets, tool checks and inspection reports

Following all company Health & Safety procedures and safe systems of work

Health & Safety

Health and safety is central to this role. You will be expected to:

Follow all company Health & Safety policies and procedures
Use the correct PPE at all times
Carry out hot works in line with HSE guidance and permit-to-work procedures
Report hazards, unsafe conditions, near misses and incidents immediately
Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
Participate in relevant SHEQ workshop inspections and activities

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Fabrication & Welding, or an equivalent qualification – required
Proven experience in MIG welding
Ability to read and understand technical drawings
Experience using grinders, cutting equipment and general fabrication tools
Strong practical and mechanical skills
Good understanding of workshop Health & Safety
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Reliable, proactive and safety-conscious approach

Desirable Experience & Qualifications

It would be advantageous to have:

BS EN ISO 9606-1 Welding Qualification or equivalent certification
IPAF or PASMA certification
Forklift Truck licence, such as Counterbalance or Telehandler
Experience within waste, recycling, manufacturing or heavy-duty engineering
Hot Works and Fire Safety awareness training
First Aid at Work certification
Full UK driving licence, where operationally required

Working Hours & Pay

£18.00 per hour

Night Shift: 8:00pm – 4:00am

Location: Ancaster, NG32

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Fabricator-Welder looking for a stable night shift position where you can use your welding and fabrication skills in a busy operational environment

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