MIG Welder Fabricator

  • Permanent
  • Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
  • Posted: 10th May 2026
  • Salary: £38000.00 - £48000.00 per annum
  • Duration:
  • Reference: BBBH17137
  • Industry:
  • Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Skills:

Are you a skilled MIG Welder Fabricator looking for more than just repetitive production work? This is an opportunity to join a well-established specialist manufacturer where your skills are genuinely valued, and no two days are the same.

MIG Welder Fabricator

  • Location: Huddersfield
  • Salary: Up to £17.50, overtime x1.5
  • Hours: Full Time, Permanent
  • Benefits: On-site parking, supportive team environment, ongoing skill development

We are recruiting for an experienced MIG Welder Fabricator to join a respected manufacturing business specialising in bespoke heavy vehicle body builds and modifications. This is a hands-on role working on a wide variety of projects including new body fabrication, vehicle refurbishments, chassis modifications and crane fitting work.

Key Responsibilities of the MIG Welder Fabricator

  • Fabrication and assembly of heavy vehicle components and bespoke body structures
  • MIG welding heavy plate materials up to 15mm in multiple positions
  • Chassis alterations and modification work
  • Refurbishment and repair of existing vehicle bodies
  • Reading and working from engineering drawings and specifications
  • Ensuring all fabrication work meets quality and safety standards
  • Checking dimensions and alignment throughout the build process
  • Supporting production deadlines while maintaining a high standard of finish
  • Working collaboratively within a skilled and supportive workshop team

Skills & Experience Required

  • Strong MIG welding skills with experience in heavy fabrication
  • Experience working with commercial or heavy vehicles would be advantageous
  • Ability to work from technical drawings and specifications
  • Good understanding of health and safety within a workshop environment
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Organised approach with good attention to detail

Why Apply?

  • Join a stable and well-established business with a strong reputation for quality
  • Work on bespoke and interesting projects rather than repetitive production line work
  • Be part of a friendly, close-knit and supportive team
  • Opportunities to broaden your fabrication and engineering skills
  • Long-term permanent opportunity with excellent workshop culture

If you are an experienced MIG Welder Fabricator looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and skilled engineering environment, then we would love to hear from you.

Contact Sophie Ranson at E3 Recruitment for more information.

 
 

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