WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

£16 per hour salary

Full-Time, Permanent

Washington, Tyne & Wear

Working Hours:

Mon - Thurs: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Fridays: 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Overtime available at enhanced rate

20 Days holiday + statutory days

Company Pension Scheme

Immediate start

Clean driving license required

Forklift license advantageous

THE BUSINESS

Westray Recruitment Group is recruiting for a fabrication business based in the North East. This company specialises in producing bespoke products for various industries and conducts installation projects across the UK, predominantly in the food and drinks industry.

You'll be joining a close-knit, growing team, where your contribution will be highly visible. The role offers a great mix of workshop and site-based work, ideal for someone who takes pride in their craftsmanship.

THE ROLE

Lead Site Hand - Sheet Metalworker/Fabricator

High-standard TIG/MIG welding

Fabrication, maintenance, and installation projects both in the workshop and on customer sites

Ability to lead small teams on-site

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings

High-quality workmanship with small tolerances

Responsible for self-checking the quality of work

THE PERSON

Essential:

Minimum 5 years of experience in sheet metalwork/fabrication

Strong TIG/MIG welding skills

Experience working on customer sites

Familiarity with general fabrication workshop equipment

Ability to read and follow technical drawings

Desirable:

Experience in the food and drinks industry

Forklift license