We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Sheet Metal Fabricator / Welder to join a manufacturing company in Bristol. You''ll be part of a well-established group of professionals who share a similar technical background and expertise.

This is a newly created role due to continued company growth. To be successful in this position, you should have a strong background in the below areas:

Fabrication:

• Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings
• Assemble components using hand tools and fabrication equipment
• Follow specific customer requirements and specifications
• Operate overhead cranes and apply safe lifting techniques
• Comply with SA Manufacturing''s quality standards
• Contribute to the training and mentoring of apprentices
• Maintain compliance with Health & Safety protocols

Welding:

• Perform welding on a variety of steel grades and thicknesses, guided by detailed weld specifications
• Carry out fillet and butt welding with both full and partial penetration joints
• Weld in flat and positional orientations, primarily using MAG welding processes
• Follow official welding procedure specifications
• Understand essential welding techniques including preheating, interpass temperature control, and other key process controls
• Participate in weld testing (minimum of two tests required)

• Completion of a formal Sheet Metal/Fabrication apprenticeship
• Proven experience in MIG welding
• Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Familiarity with 5S workplace organisation and ability to maintain a tidy, efficient work area
• Adherence to quality and Health & Safety standards
• Willingness to take direction and work under supervision as needed

• Working 39 hours per week - Monday to Thursday: 7:30 to 16:30 and Friday 7:30 to 12:30.
• Opportunities for career progression and personal development
• Free onsite parking
• Monthly pay awards bonus up to -200 a month
• Wage dependent on experience up to -17.50 p/h

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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