MIG Welder / Fabricator - Defence Manufacturing

Stockport / Northwest UK | Permanent | £19.97 per hour + overtime

A long‑established defence manufacturer is recruiting experienced MIG Welder / Fabricators to support secured military vehicle and equipment programmes. This is hands‑on, high‑specification work producing armour and complex welded assemblies for defence platforms, with long‑term stability and consistent workload.

The role

MIG welding on armour plate, armoured steel, and aluminium components

Manufacturing assemblies using jigs and fixtures to engineering drawings and work instructions

Working to military standards, tight tolerances, and defined quality requirements

Tack welding using MIG/MAG processes

Carrying out visual inspection and supporting NDT checks

Understanding materials behaviour, residual stress, and weld quality on complex assemblies

Completing work records accurately (SAP or similar MRP systems)

Maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and environmental compliance

What you'll need

NVQ Level 3 in Welding (or equivalent)

Proven MIG welding experience within heavy fabrication or manufacturing environments

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, WPS, and welding specifications

Flexibility to support occasional night shifts when operationally required (enhanced rates apply)

What's on offer

£19.97 per hour

Overtime paid at x1.33, x1.5, and x2

Days-based role with early finish / half-day Fridays

Training and ongoing qualification support will be provided, including EN ISO welder approvals where required.

Competitive pension with enhanced employer contribution

Life assurance and company sick pay (increasing with service)

Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support

Additional holiday and long-service rewards

Cycle‑to‑work scheme, free on-site parking, and EV charging

Long-term job security through multi‑year defence contracts

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