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MIG Welder/Fabricator 6757 Location: Heysham Hours: 08:00 – 17:00 Monday – Friday Salary: Up to £18.50 per hour (circa £38,000 per annum) Job Description An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced MIG Welder / Fabricator to join a well-established manufacturing business specialising in high-quality steel fabrication. This is a permanent, full-time position offering long-term stability, structured training, and genuine progression opportunities. High performers can earn up to £1,000 per week. You will be part of a skilled fabrication team producing industry-leading bunded fuel tanks, bowsers, and bespoke steel fabrications up to 85,000 litres. Products are manufactured to premium standards for well-known UK and international brands, supplying sectors including mining, construction, agriculture, aviation, and industrial markets. This role involves the fabrication and manufacture of high-spec diesel and aviation fuel storage equipment, working primarily with carbon steel and occasionally stainless steel. Key Responsibilities • Fabricate and weld vessels, pipework, and structural components from engineering drawings • MIG welding primarily on 3–6mm carbon steel, with some TIG welding on stainless steel • Carry out cutting, welding, grinding, and finishing to a high standard • Work with pipe and flange assemblies in both carbon and stainless steel • Ensure work is completed within standard times and quality requirements • Maintain high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping within the workshop • Pass completed work to the next production stage to specification Key Skills • Minimum 5 years’ experience in welding and fabrication • Strong knowledge of MIG welding (TIG experience advantageous) • Ability to read and interpret design and manufacturing drawings accurately • Experience welding in all positions • Use of gas cutting equipment • Experience using overhead cranes and slinging • Good understanding of workshop health and safety practices • Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks • Basic maths skills • Good attention to detail and quality-focused mindset • Able to work independently with minimal supervision • Strong work ethic and positive, can-do attitude • Spoken English an advantage • Live within easy commuting distance of Heysham (LA3) • Previous welder coding and references required Benefits • All PPE provided • Ongoing training and skills development • Long-term career progression within a growing fabrication team To be considered for this role, please email your CV to [email protected] or call Tom on 01453 755330. REFER A FRIEND: If you have a colleague or friend who may be interested in one of our roles, refer them to us today! T&Cs apply: www.first-base.co.uk/terms-and-conditions Why not check all our latest vacancies here: www.first-base.co.uk/current-jobs First Base Employment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent service to both clients and candidates across the Commercial, Industrial, and Engineering sectors.