Welder / Fabricator
About Us
JG Pears is a fourth-generation family business that's grown from a livestock farm near Penistone into one of the largest names in the UK's animal by-products sector, processing over 10,000 tonnes of material a week across the Group.
We're investing heavily in where this industry is heading, from our own combined heat and power plant, to a windfarm on our own land, to a joint venture right next door at High Marnham building a hydrogen production facility that's helping drive the UK towards net zero.
We're recruiting six Welder/Fabricators to join our Mechanical Team at Low Marnham, as part of the continued growth of our maintenance function.
Salary: £42,000 to £45,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience), with overtime paid at time plus a quarter
Location: Low Marnham, NG23 6SP
Working pattern: 4 on 4 off, days only (05:30 to 17:30)
Core Benefits
Retention bonus available after a qualifying period
20 days holiday entitlement
Company pension scheme
Company sick pay scheme
£300 Introduce a Friend reward
About the Role
This role is essential in ensuring the repair, modification and fabrication of parts and components for our rendering plant and associated equipment. It's a predominantly workshop-based position, carrying out welding, fabrication, repairs and manufacturing of components, with occasional work on plant and equipment around the site.
What You'll Be Doing
Performing welding and fabrication tasks on plant equipment as required
Carrying out repairs, modifications and manufacturing of metal components
Reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics to complete tasks accurately
Ensuring all work is carried out to a high standard, meeting safety regulations and company requirements
Using a variety of welding techniques, including MIG and TIG
Working confidently with hand tools and a range of materials, including stainless steel and aluminium
Operating cutting, bending and shaping tools for metal fabrication
Following health and safety procedures to maintain a safe working environment
Maintaining records of work completed and materials used
What You'll Bring
Welding/fabrication certification (e.g. City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent)
Experience as a Welder/Fabricator, ideally within a heavy machinery environment
Competency in MIG, TIG and ARC welding techniques
Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Additional Benefits & Perks
Life assurance
Occupational health, including 24/7 GP and mental health support, wellbeing and nutrition programmes, second medical opinion, health resources, an emotional wellbeing app, smoking cessation support and bereavement counselling
JG Pears Rewards (retail, restaurant and gym discounts)
Additional Information
Due to the site's location, own transport is essential. Please note, we're unable to offer sponsorship for this position; applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring employer sponsorship.
Ready to take the next step? Apply today and grow with us at JG Pears.
Keywords: Welder, Fabricator, MIG welder, TIG welder, Metal fabricator, Fabrication engineer, Structural steel fabricator, Maintenance welder
