Night Shift MIG Welders / Fabricators
CV-LibraryST3, Longton, Stoke-on-TrentpermanentPosted: 26 August 2026
Apply NowLocation: ST3, Stoke-on-Trent
Shift: Night Shift
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday: 18:00 - 06:00
Pay: Up to £21.00 per hour including night shift allowance
Overtime: Available
We are currently recruiting experienced Night Shift MIG Welders / Fabricators for our client, a blue-chip HGV Commercial Trailer Manufacturer based in ST3.
This is an excellent opportunity for skilled Welders / Fabricators looking for long-term, stable work on a permanent night shift, working within a busy manufacturing environment.
You will be responsible for MIG welding HGV trailer chassis and fabricating the main trailer frames, working from engineering drawings and using a range of hand, power and air tools. You will also be required to use overhead cranes and carry out positional welding around the trailers.
Pay & Benefits
* Night shift rates up to £21.00 per hour, including the x1.33 night shift allowance.
* Basic rates range from £15.00 to £16 per hour, depending on experience and weld-test performance.
* Higher rates available for experienced Welders who successfully demonstrate the required skills during the weld test.
* Overtime available.
* Long-term work with an established blue-chip manufacturer.
* Opportunity to secure consistent night shift employment.
Please note: All pay rates are dependent on successfully completing a weld test during the interview/assessment process. Candidates with proven experience who can hit the ground running will be considered for the higher hourly rates.
ALL OFFERS ARE SUBJECT TO SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETING A DRUG & ALCOHOL TEST.
Key Responsibilities
* MIG welding and fabricating HGV commercial trailer chassis and frames.
* MIG welding mild steel components up to 12mm thickness.
* Carrying out positional welding and working around trailers within the workshop.
* Fabricating and assembling steel components to engineering specifications.
* Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
* Using hand, power and air tools safely and effectively.
* Operating overhead cranes when required.
* Completing quality checks on welds and fabricated components.
* Ensuring all work meets the required quality and production standards.
* Maintaining a clean and safe working environment in line with company health & safety procedures.
* Working efficiently to meet demanding production deadlines.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a MIG Welder / Fabricator.
* Previous experience welding and fabricating HGV trailers, chassis, frames or similar heavy steel structures is highly advantageous.
* Experience MIG welding materials including mild steel; experience with stainless steel, alloys and other materials would be advantageous.
* Experience MIG welding up to 12mm thickness.
* Ability to read and accurately interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
* Competent with a variety of hand and power tools used within a fabrication environment.
* Basic maths skills for accurate measurements and fabrication calculations.
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality workmanship.
* Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* Ability to work under pressure and consistently meet demanding production deadlines.
* Must be flexible and committed to working permanent night shifts.
Interested?
If you are an experienced MIG Welder / Fabricator looking for a night shift position with excellent earning potential and overtime opportunities, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for the role and weld test
Shift: Night Shift
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday: 18:00 - 06:00
Pay: Up to £21.00 per hour including night shift allowance
Overtime: Available
We are currently recruiting experienced Night Shift MIG Welders / Fabricators for our client, a blue-chip HGV Commercial Trailer Manufacturer based in ST3.
This is an excellent opportunity for skilled Welders / Fabricators looking for long-term, stable work on a permanent night shift, working within a busy manufacturing environment.
You will be responsible for MIG welding HGV trailer chassis and fabricating the main trailer frames, working from engineering drawings and using a range of hand, power and air tools. You will also be required to use overhead cranes and carry out positional welding around the trailers.
Pay & Benefits
* Night shift rates up to £21.00 per hour, including the x1.33 night shift allowance.
* Basic rates range from £15.00 to £16 per hour, depending on experience and weld-test performance.
* Higher rates available for experienced Welders who successfully demonstrate the required skills during the weld test.
* Overtime available.
* Long-term work with an established blue-chip manufacturer.
* Opportunity to secure consistent night shift employment.
Please note: All pay rates are dependent on successfully completing a weld test during the interview/assessment process. Candidates with proven experience who can hit the ground running will be considered for the higher hourly rates.
ALL OFFERS ARE SUBJECT TO SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETING A DRUG & ALCOHOL TEST.
Key Responsibilities
* MIG welding and fabricating HGV commercial trailer chassis and frames.
* MIG welding mild steel components up to 12mm thickness.
* Carrying out positional welding and working around trailers within the workshop.
* Fabricating and assembling steel components to engineering specifications.
* Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
* Using hand, power and air tools safely and effectively.
* Operating overhead cranes when required.
* Completing quality checks on welds and fabricated components.
* Ensuring all work meets the required quality and production standards.
* Maintaining a clean and safe working environment in line with company health & safety procedures.
* Working efficiently to meet demanding production deadlines.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a MIG Welder / Fabricator.
* Previous experience welding and fabricating HGV trailers, chassis, frames or similar heavy steel structures is highly advantageous.
* Experience MIG welding materials including mild steel; experience with stainless steel, alloys and other materials would be advantageous.
* Experience MIG welding up to 12mm thickness.
* Ability to read and accurately interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
* Competent with a variety of hand and power tools used within a fabrication environment.
* Basic maths skills for accurate measurements and fabrication calculations.
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality workmanship.
* Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* Ability to work under pressure and consistently meet demanding production deadlines.
* Must be flexible and committed to working permanent night shifts.
Interested?
If you are an experienced MIG Welder / Fabricator looking for a night shift position with excellent earning potential and overtime opportunities, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for the role and weld test