Full job descriptionFabricator Welder
Location: Thatcham, Berkshire
Salary: £23.00 – £25.00 per hour (dependent on experience) + Overtime
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits: Overtime available
The Company
Our client is a highly successful, rapidly expanding producer of high-performance metal solutions. Renowned for their uncompromising reputation for quality finished products, they supply premium sectors with precision-engineered components. To support their continued growth and a bursting order book, they are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Fabricator Welder to join their skilled production team in Thatcham.
The Role
This role is designed for a highly skilled, time-served Fabricator Welder who takes genuine pride in their craftsmanship and commands a premium rate. Working in a state-of-the-art facility, you will be responsible for interpreting complex engineering drawings to fabricate, weld, and completely finish high-end assemblies from scratch.
Key Responsibilities:
*Fabricate high-performance products from start to finish, ensuring flawless structural integrity and clean aesthetics.
*Interpret complex engineering drawings (blueprints) to establish precise dimensions, weld symbols, and assembly sequences.
*MIG and TIG weld a variety of materials (including stainless steel, aluminium, and mild steel) to strict, zero-defect quality standards.
*Utilise workshop machinery and hand tools safely (saws, grinders, drills, and clamps) for precise material preparation.
*Maintain an exceptional eye for detail, performing self-inspections to ensure all work meets tight tolerances and pristine visual requirements.
*Finish and dress welds to deliver a premium, commercial-grade surface finish worthy of high-performance products.
About You:
*Proven, high-level experience as a Fabricator Welder within a precision engineering, motorsport, aerospace, or high-end architectural fabrication environment.
*Expert blueprint reading skills with the ability to work entirely independently from drawings without supervision.
*Highly proficient in both MIG and TIG welding, displaying an advanced understanding of material distortion, heat control, and penetration.
*Quality-driven mindset—someone who naturally focuses on neatness, clean fabrication lines, and exact alignment.
*Proactive team player with strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to workshop safety.
What’s on Offer?
*Premium hourly rate (£23.00 to £25.00/hr) reflecting your top-tier fabrication expertise.
*Regular, plentiful overtime to significantly maximize your weekly take-home pay.
*A stable, thriving business with a strong reputation, offering excellent long-term job security and growth.
*Clean, modern, and highly supportive workshop environment.