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STS Defence is seeking an experienced Weld Fabricator with strong TIG and MIG welding expertise to join its skilled production team. This is a long-term opportunity within a high-precision defence manufacturing environment, producing detailed and safety-critical components to exacting standards.

The successful candidate will be responsible for precision welding and fabrication of ferrous and non-ferrous materials, working closely to engineering drawings, routings, and inspection processes.

Key duties:  

•    Perform high-quality TIG and MIG welding on ferrous and non-ferrous materials

•    Manufacture precision defence components to tight tolerances

•    Work to engineering drawings, specifications, and ISO standards

•    Carry out fabrication, finishing, and preparation activities using grinders, linishers, and hand tools

•    Follow defined routing and inspection processes to ensure compliance

•    Maintain high standards of workmanship, quality, and traceability

•    Sign off completed work using an individual quality “stamp”

•    Contribute proactively to continuous improvement and problem-solving within the team

Skills/Qualifications:

•    Proven TIG welding experience within Defence, Aerospace, Motorsport, or Nuclear environments

•    Strong background in aluminium welding to ISO or equivalent standards

•    Experience working in fabrication and precision manufacturing environments

•    Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings

•    High attention to detail with a strong quality-focused mindset

•    Experience using grinders, linishers, and general fabrication hand tools

•    Familiarity with routing, inspection, and quality assurance processes

•    Team-oriented approach with strong communication and problem-solving skills

•    Willingness and capability to maintain a personal quality stamp