TIG Welder

Skilled Stainless Steel Fabricator / TIG Welder

Location:Newhaven, East Sussex

Salary: £16-£18 per hour (£32,448-£36,504 per year)

Employment: Permanent full time - 39 hours per week

The Opportunity An established manufacturer of specialist equipment is looking for an experienced Stainless Steel Fabricator / TIG Welder. The role combines precision sheet metal fabrication, TIG welding, fitting and high-grade polishing of bespoke products used in demanding technical environments. You will work from engineering drawings through to finished assemblies.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate stainless steel components and complete assemblies from engineering drawings.
• Measure, mark out, cut, bend, form and assemble precision sheet metal.
• Carry out high-quality TIG welding, mainly on stainless steel.
• Grind, dress, finish and polish stainless steel to a high standard.
• Use workshop equipment including press brakes, guillotines, rollers and grinders.
• Check dimensions and finish quality, resolve practical issues and maintain a safe workshop.

Skills and Experience Required

• At least four years of relevant professional TIG welding experience, particularly on stainless steel.
• Strong stainless steel sheet metal fabrication experience and ability to read drawings.
• Practical high-grade polishing and finishing experience, not welding alone.
• Confidence using standard sheet metal and fabrication machinery.
• Accuracy, good understanding of tolerances and ability to complete work independently.

Desirable Experience

• Thin-gauge stainless steel, bespoke manufacture, fitting or mechanical assembly.
• Healthcare, laboratory, pharmaceutical or cleanroom equipment production.
• A relevant fabrication/welding apprenticeship or recognised qualification.

Why Join This Business?

• Work on varied, bespoke precision-manufactured products rather than only repetitive welding.
• See products through fabrication, welding, assembly and high-quality finishing.
• Join an established manufacturing operation with an in-house engineering team.
• Access additional training where appropriate to manufacturing needs.
• Workplace pension and potential overtime, subject to business requirements.

To apply: Contact TPA Recruit Ltd on or send your CV via the advertisement. Annual leave applies in accordance with the employer's policy and employment terms.