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Welder/Fabricator/Plater

  • Location: Derby
  • Salary: £13.50 - £20.25 per hour + Overtime allowances per hour
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted over 2 years ago


Metalis are working with a UK based engineering company who work with a broad range of industrial sectors. Based in Derbyshire they provide bespoke engineering services to support their customer's on-going requirements for both product supply manufacturing and site-based turnkey projects.

MIG Welders / Fabricators / Platers
Locations they are recruiting:

Due to winning contracts for the HS2 rail lines they are now currently recruiting for Welders / Fabricators / Platers.
This is a Days regular position working 7.30am - 4.00pm.

Role Overview:
Reporting to the management team - you will be responsible for welding assemblies to a high standard (15085 standard). For this role you must be able to read and understand technical drawings.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Welding on rail products such as train cabs, vehicle bodies, barriers and more
  • Gauge's typically range from 3mm - 12mm
  • Jig assembly duties
  • Following health & safety guidelines
  • Ensuring a clean and tidy working environment
  • Ability to read from drawings
  • Responsible for self-inspection of work
  • Ensuring a high quality craftsmanship is maintained


The Ideal Candidate:

  • Previous experience either MIG Welding/ Fabricating and Plating
  • Willingness to learn new skills
  • Work well without constant supervision
  • Apprentice trained, previous welding experience serving into the rail industry would be desirable
  • Must be able to pass a practical test


Key Information:

  • £13.50 per hour starting rate
  • Days regular Mon-Friday
  • Overtime enhancements paid: Time and 3rd during the week above 38 hours
  • Time and Half Saturdays and Double Time Sundays and Bank Holidays
  • Global engineering company with progression available