Sub-Contractor Welder / Fabricator

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent

Hourly Rate: TBD

Job / Duration Type: Sub-Contract

What we're looking for:

We're looking for an experienced Sub-Contract Welder/Fabricator to support our growing fabrication division.

This role involves a mix of workshop-based fabrication in Sittingbourne and on-site installation across the nation, working on a variety of industrial and commercial projects.

About Our Fabrication Division:

Our fabrication division delivers precision metal fabrication, welding, and bespoke engineering solutions for industrial and commercial clients across the UK. With an in-house workshop in Sittingbourne and nationwide project delivery, we support projects of all sizes with quality, reliability, and technical expertise.

• Varied projects across multiple industries
• Combination of workshop and site-based work
• Opportunity to work alongside a multi-disciplinary team
• Consistent pipeline of projects

Essential Skills

This is a full-time, on-site sub-contract Welder/Fabricator role based in Sittingbourne on a rolling month-to-month basis.

• Strong welding skills (e.g., MIG, TIG, arc welding) and proven experience in metal fabrication and structural steelwork.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and fabrication sketches accurately.
• Competence in using workshop tools and machinery, such as grinders, saws, drills, cutting equipment, and welding plant.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety standards, safe working practices, and relevant industry regulations.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, quality-focused workmanship, and ability to meet project deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with site supervisors, engineers, and other trades.
• Relevant welding/fabrication qualifications or certifications (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds, coded welding) are highly beneficial.
• Full, valid driving licence and willingness to travel to local project sites as required.

Interested in the role?

Send your details to arron.morgan@smartcig.co.uk.