Skilled Stainless Steel Fabricator / TIG Welder
Location: Newhaven, East Sussex
Salary: £16–£18 per hour (£32,448–£36,504 per year)
Employment: Permanent full time – 39 hours per week
The Opportunity An established manufacturer of specialist equipment is looking for an experienced Stainless Steel Fabricator / TIG Welder. The role combines precision sheet metal fabrication, TIG welding, fitting and high-grade polishing of bespoke products used in demanding technical environments. You will work from engineering drawings through to finished assemblies.
Key Responsibilities
- Fabricate stainless steel components and complete assemblies from engineering drawings.
- Measure, mark out, cut, bend, form and assemble precision sheet metal.
- Carry out high-quality TIG welding, mainly on stainless steel.
- Grind, dress, finish and polish stainless steel to a high standard.
- Use workshop equipment including press brakes, guillotines, rollers and grinders.
- Check dimensions and finish quality, resolve practical issues and maintain a safe workshop.
Skills and Experience Required
- At least four years of relevant professional TIG welding experience, particularly on stainless steel.
- Strong stainless steel sheet metal fabrication experience and ability to read drawings.
- Practical high-grade polishing and finishing experience, not welding alone.
- Confidence using standard sheet metal and fabrication machinery.
- Accuracy, good understanding of tolerances and ability to complete work independently.
Desirable Experience
- Thin-gauge stainless steel, bespoke manufacture, fitting or mechanical assembly.
- Healthcare, laboratory, pharmaceutical or cleanroom equipment production.
- A relevant fabrication/welding apprenticeship or recognised qualification.
Why Join This Business?
- Work on varied, bespoke precision-manufactured products rather than only repetitive welding.
- See products through fabrication, welding, assembly and high-quality finishing.
- Join an established manufacturing operation with an in-house engineering team.
- Access additional training where appropriate to manufacturing needs.
- Workplace pension and potential overtime, subject to business requirements.
To apply: Contact TPA Recruit Ltd on 01273 808862 or send your CV via the advertisement. Annual leave applies in accordance with the employer’s policy and employment terms.
- Precision TIG welding and stainless steel fabrication
- Working from engineering drawings, including forming and assembly
- High-quality stainless steel polishing and finishing