Fabricator Fitter

Northwest UK

Permanent

A long-established defence engineering business with over a century of innovation is looking for a Fitter/Fabricator Fitter to join its Northwest engineering centre. The company designs and builds specialist military equipment with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality engineered solutions to armed forces customers worldwide.

What you'll be doing:

Manufacturing defence equipment using jigs and fixtures, working to engineering drawings and work instructions

Tack welding using MIG/MAG processes on armour plate

Carrying out visual and NDT checks to confirm conformity to specification

Using hand tools and appropriate measuring instruments

Completing European welder approval tests on a regular basis

Booking hours and activities accurately on SAP (or similar MRP system)

Identifying hazards before starting work and complying with EHS policies

Reporting equipment faults through approved maintenance procedures

What you need:

At least 12 months' welding/fabrication experience working on welded steel assemblies in a heavy manufacturing or fabrication environment

Experience with MIG as a primary process (MAG and TIG desirable)

Knowledge of HSLA steels and welding to BS EN ISO 5817 quality standards

Understanding of welding and fabrication of complex assemblies, including materials behaviour (HICC), resultant properties, and residual stress

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, WPS, NDT methods, and welding specifications

Familiarity with quality standards such as DIN 2303, BS EN 1090-1, ISO 3834, or ISO 9001

Good awareness of quality, safety, and environmental systems

What's on offer:

Competitive salary

Attractive pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution

Half-day Fridays

Life assurance and company sick pay (increasing with service)

Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives

Additional holiday and long-service rewards

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

Training will be provided to gain welding qualifications in accordance with EN ISO (phone number removed). This business is a proud supporter of the Armed Forces Covenant and actively welcomes applications from service leavers, reservists, and those with cadet or military experience.

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