Welder Fabricator

Position: Welder / Fabricator
Job ID: 166/4
Location: Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire
Rate/Salary: £18.45p/hour / £38,376 per annum
Benefits: Company pension, holiday allowance, overtime opportunities, career progression
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors – visit: www.hsbtechnical.com for a list of our vacancies.

We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: Welder / Fabricator

Typically, this person will be responsible for carrying out high-quality fabrication and welding work on marine vessels and associated structures, supporting production, ship repair, refit and new-build projects at Mainstay Marine.

HSB Technical’s client is an established and well-regarded business entity.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Welder / Fabricator:

Fabricate and weld marine structures, components, and assemblies to technical drawings
Carry out MIG, TIG and MMA welding on mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium where required
Work on vessels in build, refit, and repair stages within the shipyard
Cutting, burning, grinding, forming and fitting steel sections and plate
Assist with pipework fabrication and installation as required
Ensure all work is carried out to shipyard quality standards and in line with safety procedures
Work both in the workshop and onboard vessels in dry dock/afloat

Qualifications and Requirements for the Welder / Fabricator:

Proven experience as a Welder/Fabricator in a marine, shipbuilding, heavy engineering, or fabrication environment
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and fabrication plans
Proficiency in MIG and MMA welding (TIG advantageous)
Experience working with structural steel, plate, and marine components
Good understanding of shipyard safety procedures and safe working practices
NVQ/City & Guilds in Welding/Fabrication (preferred but not essential)
Flexibility to work overtime when required
Strong teamwork, reliability, and commitment to quality workmanship