At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a skilled team to fabricate high-quality steel components for major UK projects.
- Company: Established engineering firm with a strong reputation in the energy and infrastructure sectors.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, long weekends, overtime rates, and weekly pay.
- Other info: Immediate starts available with opportunities for career development and training.
- Why this job: Make a national impact while working on high-profile projects in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: 3+ years of fabrication experience and proficiency with hand and power tools.
The predicted salary is between 16.2 - 19.8 £ per hour.
Major Recruitment are working with a well-established engineering and fabrication business that has been supporting the UK’s energy and infrastructure sectors for almost three decades. Renowned for their craftsmanship, flexibility, and commitment to safety, they provide design, fabrication, maintenance, and on-site engineering services across multiple industries, including Power Generation, Power Distribution, Cement and Steel Production, and Major Infrastructure Construction. Their work supports some of the UK’s largest and most recognisable projects, including major rail, energy, and water developments, in partnership with leading national contractors and utilities providers.
Must have at least 3 years experience as a Fabricator, not apprenticeship level.
What’s in it for You?
- Excellent working hours – Monday to Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (long weekend)
- Overtime: 1.5x pay after 40 hours (£26.13ph) including till half 4 during the week, and double time after 11:00 AM on Saturdays (£34.84ph)
- Competitive rate of £17.94 per hour
- Weekly pay
- Long-term job security with a growing, reputable employer
- Immediate starts available
- Opportunity to work on high-profile UK projects that make a national impact
- Supportive, family-run culture with strong team values
- Career development & ongoing training opportunities
- Free on-site parking and modern workshop facilities
The Role:
As a Steel Fabricator, you’ll be part of a skilled, close-knit team working at the company’s Chesterfield site. You’ll play a key role in fabricating high-quality steel components and assemblies that are used in large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects across the UK.
Key Responsibilities:
- Fabricate and assemble steel structures and components to specification
- Welding
- Read and interpret technical drawings accurately
- Operate hand and power tools, including grinders, drills, and cutting equipment
- Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient working environment
- Collaborate with the wider team to ensure timely, high-quality project delivery
About You
We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work and can contribute to a culture of safety and quality. You’ll bring:
- Proven experience in steel fabrication and metalworking
- Competence using hand and power tools
- Plating experience
- Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety standards
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Relevant trade certifications or training (beneficial but not essential)
- Welding experience
Fabricator / Plater employer: Major Newton Aycliffe
Join a well-established engineering and fabrication business in Chesterfield, where you will be part of a supportive, family-run culture that values craftsmanship and safety. With excellent working hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for career development, you will contribute to high-profile projects that have a significant impact on the UK's energy and infrastructure sectors. Enjoy long-term job security and a modern working environment while being part of a close-knit team dedicated to quality and excellence.
