Welder Fitter

Role: Welder

Location: Blackpool, FY4 4NW

Hours: 37 hours per week | between 07:00 - 16:30 Monday to Thursday

Hourly rate: £18.43 ph DOE

Do you take pride in producing high-quality work and enjoy seeing a job through from start to finish? We're looking for a Welder / Fitter to join our Production team in Blackpool, helping to manufacture and assemble components that keep our vehicles operating at their best. Working as part of a skilled and supportive team, you'll use your fabrication, fitting and welding expertise to build and assemble components to specification, ensuring every product meets our quality and safety standards.

What you'll be doing

• Welding and fabricating mild steel and stainless steel components using MIG welding techniques
• Interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications and work instructions
• Preparing materials and assembling fabricated components and structures
• Carrying out fitting and installation work within the workshop environment
• Inspecting your own work, identifying defects and ensuring quality standards are maintained
• Supporting a "right first time" approach and helping to prevent faults moving through the production process
• Maintaining a safe, organised work area and following all health and safety procedures
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and supporting continuous improvement activities across the production team

Be part of something new

We're investing in the future of our Blackpool operation and are looking for people who want to be part of that journey.

We'll be relocating manufacture of our BETA bin lift from Warwick to Blackpool at the end of 2026, creating an exciting opportunity to join the team during this transition. To help you build the skills and knowledge needed for success, during your first three months, training will take place between our Warwick and Blackpool manufacturing locations, working alongside our experienced production team in Warwick before returning to Blackpool as the project progresses.

This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in a significant manufacturing expansion and help shape the future of production at our Blackpool site.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience as a Welder / Fitter, Fabricator Welder or similar manufacturing role
• Experience with MIG welding and medium to heavy steel fabrication
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and build specifications
• Experience assembling and fitting fabricated components
• A good eye for detail and pride in producing high-quality workmanship
• Welding or fabrication qualifications and relevant training
• A flexible approach and willingness to learn new skills
• The ability to work in confined or awkward positions when required and undertake occasional heavy lifting

If you're looking for a hands-on role where your skills and experience will make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting your growth in the role.

At Dennis Eagle we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a disability confident organisation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. As part of our dedication to creating a supportive environment, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. We invite you to engage in an open conversation with us about how we can best support you and ensure that your unique skills and talents are recognised and valued. Your success is integral to our collective growth, and we look forward to working together to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays: this is based on a 5 day working week (pro rata to 20 days plus Bank Holidays for a 4 day working week)
• Enhanced Pension Scheme and DIS Benefit: The company contributes 5% of total salary into our pension scheme, and 5x basic salary Death In Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access a 24-hour helpline for support with life's challenges, including stress & anxiety, bereavement, relationship advice, tenancy & housing concerns, counselling, financial wellbeing, legal information, substance issues, family matters, childcare support, medical information, and consumer issues.
• Health Shield Medical Cash Plan: All employees receive membership to a company-funded medical cash plan. This scheme allows you to claim cash back for medical expenses, including prescriptions, dental, optical, physiotherapy, specialist consultations, X-rays, and MRI scans.
• GP Anytime: Enjoy access to GP services anytime with our online 24/7 appointment service, featuring on-demand appointments, unlimited consultations, no capped appointment times, and convenient prescriptions.
• Training and Development: We offer mandatory equipment training, a Management Development Programme, and opportunities to upskill through apprenticeships.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save on commuting costs and stay healthy with our cycle to work scheme.
• Care Concierge: Get help navigating the care system with access to a team of dedicated care experts.
• Occupational Health Support and Health Surveillance: Ensure your well-being with our comprehensive occupational health support.
• My Benefits Platform: Enjoy discounts from high street retailers, health & wellness services, entertainment & days out, and home & DIY products.
• Independent Free Mortgage Advice: Receive free, independent advice on mortgages to help you make informed decisions.

Please don’t delay your application, this role could be filled at any time for the right candidate.

Please be aware that Dennis Eagle is not a sponsoring organisation. Therefore the successful applicant must already possess the right to work in the UK or be able to secure the right to work in the UK independently.

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