01379 897120 | info@styne.co.uk
MIG Welder
Position type: Full-time/Permanent
Department: Styne Engineering
Reports to: Workshop Manager
Hourly rate/salary:£16.40 - £18.40 per hour
Location: Styne Ltd Offices, IP22 1LP
Key outcomes and responsibilities:
- Predominantly workshop-based role focused on the MIG welding and fabrication of mild steel structures, frames, platforms, pipework supports, and bespoke fabrications to a high standard.
- Interpret and work from engineering drawings to accurately fabricate and assemble components, ensuring all specifications and tolerances are met.
- Carry out high-quality MIG welding on mild steel, producing strong, neat welds suitable for structural and general engineering applications.
- Fabricate, tack, assemble, and finish weld a wide variety of bespoke fabrications, including structural steelwork, brackets, frames, machinery components, and general fabrication projects.
- Safely operate workshop machinery including bandsaws, guillotines, drills, presses, grinders, and other fabrication equipment, ensuring correct usage and maintaining a clean, organised work area.
- Measure, mark out, cut, drill, and prepare materials ready for fabrication.
- Inspect your own work to ensure high standards of workmanship, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with company and customer specifications.
- Work efficiently to meet production schedules and project deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
- Follow all Health & Safety procedures, with particular attention to welding safety, manual handling, lifting operations, and safe use of workshop equipment.
- Work closely with supervisors, engineers, and colleagues to resolve fabrication challenges and continuously improve productivity and quality.
- Maintain workshop tools and equipment, reporting any defects and ensuring equipment is kept in good working order.
Requirements Essential
- Proven experience in MIG welding and fabrication (minimum 3-5 years) within a fabrication or engineering workshop.
- Experience fabricating structural steelwork, bespoke fabrications, or general engineering components.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Competent in measuring, marking out, and assembling fabricated components.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work.
- Good understanding of fabrication processes and safe operation of workshop machinery.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Located within a commutable distance of IP22 1LP.
Desirable
- Experience working to BS EN 1090 or similar structural steel standards.
- Experience with overhead cranes, lifting equipment, or heavy fabrication.
- Ability to carry out basic fitting and mechanical assembly.
- Forklift Licence.
- CSCS Card.
- Welding qualifications or coding (advantageous but not essential).
Benefits
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- Free parking / On-site parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- Referral programme
Schedule
- Monday to Friday
- 8-hour shift
- Flexitime available
- Overtime opportunities
Supplemental pay types
- Loyalty bonus
- Performance bonus
Experience
- MIG welding: 3-5 years (required)
- Mild steel fabrication: 3 years (required)
- Ability to read engineering drawings: Required
Work authorisation
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Falcon Hall
Finningham Road
Rickinghall
Diss
Norfolk
IP22 1LP
Tel: 01379 897120
Email: info@styne.co.uk
MIG Welder in Diss employer: Styne Group
Styne Group Ltd is an excellent employer that prioritises safety and regulatory compliance while fostering a collaborative work environment. Employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring personal and professional growth in the dynamic field of electrical installations. Located in the heart of IP22 1LP, our team enjoys a supportive culture that values high standards and teamwork, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
