MIG/MAG Welder/Fabricator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Metcalfe is a growing steel fabrication company located just outside Reading. The company's management has been operating for over 30 years in providing a range of bespoke metal fabrications for a diverse range of clients. Our goal is to deliver quality and efficiency throughout the company, extending through our diverse range of bespoke products in an effort to provide a better customer experience.
We are looking for a skilled welder who is experienced in working with structural steelwork, staircases, railings and other secondary fit items.
Job Title: Skilled Welder Fabricator
Job Role: To weld and fabricate bespoke steel structures based on technical drawings using MAG welding processes.
Reports to: Workshop Manager
Working Hours: 42.5 hours per week
Salary: £35,360 - 40,885
Responsibilities:
- Prepare stock materials using a range of processes and machinery
- Weld structures to drawing specifications using MAG
- Fabricate as required to complete specific project tasks
- Keep working area safe and machinery clean and tidy
- Interpret detailed drawings and specifications to produce components
- Check own work for quality and tolerances
- Finish and prepare works for delivery to customers
- Work with the training welders to help them learn on the job
Role Requirements:
- At least 3 years' experience in fabricating steel with ability to demonstrate proficiency
- Proficient in MAG, previous coding is advantageous.
- Ability to read technical drawings
- Ability to work alone and within a team
- Good problem solving skills
Company Benefits:
- Friday afternoon work social
- 28 days holiday (inc bank holidays)
- On site parking
- End of year bonus
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £35,360.00-£40,885.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Yearly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Henley on Thames, RG9 4LR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Fabrication: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 15/03/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for MIG/MAG Welder/Fabricator roles across Metcalfe's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £35,360 - £40,885 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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