Trainee Welder Fabricator

Facilities By ADF have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Welder Fabricator to join the growing build and maintenance team based in Bridgend.

Location: Bridgend

Salary: £11.55 per hour dependant on experience (overtime available)

Job Type: Full Time - Permanent

Hours: 45 Hours per week (Inc. paid breaks)

About Us:

Facilities by ADF provides serviced vehicle hire for television and film productions in the UK and Europe, specialising in on-location support for dramas and major features. Our smart, efficient hire fleet includes artiste trailers and departmental trucks for costume, make-up and production, as well as diners and honeywagons. At ADF, we firmly believe in investing in our people, knowing that this commitment is the cornerstone of our culture and instrumental in the delivery of extraordinary customer service. This unwavering dedication fosters a culture of success, enabling us to consistently achieve outstanding results.

Trainee Welder Fabricator – The Role:

Due to rapid growth, we are looking to recruit a Trainee Welder Fabricator to join our workshop maintenance team, to undertake general maintenance and repair duties on our fleet of trailers. On offer is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company which is established in providing facilities to the TV and Film industry. ADF are a 24/7 operation and staff are required to be flexible during busy periods to cover additional workloads.

Trainee Welder Fabricator – Key Responsibilities:

1. To assist with trailer bodywork / chassis maintenance work on HGV trailers
2. To be trained and undertake material handling / cutting preparation
3. Assist in fabrication construction
4. Chassis / Bodywork repair preparation
5. General labouring duties
6. No formal school qualifications are needed. However, candidates should have basic numeracy and mechanical skills
7. Additional welding / fabrication training and development will be made available to the right candidate

Trainee Welder Fabricator – You:

1. Previous experience with some sort of engineering, preferably welding/tacking/grinding/drilling/sheet metal work
2. Must be able to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
3. Be familiar with safe use of power tools
4. Ability to follow instructions
5. Must be able to deliver consistently under pressure
6. Demonstrate attention to detail
7. Team player
8. Ability to work on own initiative

Trainee Welder Fabricator – Benefits:

1. Overtime available
2. 28 days holiday (increasing to 33 incrementally with each year of service)
3. Pension
4. Life Assurance
5. Free Parking
6. Uniform/PPE provided
7. Informal Reward Scheme
8. Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme

To submit your CV for this exciting Trainee Welder Fabricator opportunity, click ‘Apply’ today.