Fabricator Welder

MGF are currently seeking to recruit an experienced Fabricator Welder to join our busy workshop at our Head Office in Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan. We offer a competitive rate of pay to applicants who display the required skills.
Working in our busy Workshop, you will be performing skilled welding work during the modification and repair of heavy steel equipment.
Your key responsibilities may include:
Welding and manufacturing of all types of MGF Shoring Equipment from instructions and the reading of engineering drawings
Performing high quality repairs on heavy duty steel equipment
Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times and streamline work processes
Observe or monitor objects to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards
Visually inspect welding work to determine compliance with standards and current legislation
Responsible for cleanliness and housekeeping within your area
The core requirements for this role are:
Experience in mig welding, preferably heavy steel
Ability to read technical drawings
Experience with flame cutting and grinding
Use of overhead crane, machines, drills
Be flexible and willing to work on a variety of assignments
In addition to a competitive wage, you will also receive:
Guaranteed hours every week
Option to purchase additional days of annual leave
Additional annual leave awarded to recognise long service
Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Opportunities for training, development, and career progression
Award and recognition initiatives
Discretionary bonus scheme based on business performance
Security of working for a well-established & growing company
A sense of family is at the core of our company culture
Shutdown over the Christmas period
Refer a friend scheme
Free on-site parking
If you are an experienced Welder with the required skills and would like to work for a well-established company we are looking for individuals like you.
MGF is a privately owned independent company specialising in the supply of excavation support equipment to the construction industry through hire and sale. Our strategy is to provide a comprehensive service to our customers. This is achieved through continuous investment in our products, infrastructure, processes, and people to achieve long term sustainable growth. Employing over 440 staff, we operate nationally from 14 locations.
We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of society. All applicants will be treated in the strictest of confidence.