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Mig Welder/Fabricator
Company
Sherburn Metalwork
Location
Leeds
Salary
£643.75 a week
Posted
17 days ago
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Job Description
MIG WELDER / FABRICATOR
£643.75 per week + Overtime (Time & ½ / Double Time)
Sherburn in Elmet, Leeds (LS25)
Immediate Starts Available / Weekly Pay / Full Time Permanent
PAY & EARNINGS (Highly Competitive)
• £643.75 per week including attendance allowance
• Approx. £2,575 per month basic income
• Overtime paid at time & a half and double time
• Long-term stable work with consistent hours
HOURS (Sociable Shift Pattern)
Mon – Thu: 7:00am – 3:45pm
Fri: 7:00am – 11:30am (early finish every Friday)
Due to expansion Sherburn Metalwork part of the WEC Group are recruiting experienced MIG Welders / Fabricators
You will be working on a variety of metal fabrication and welding projects, producing high-quality components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• MIG welding
• Fabrication of mild steel components
• Reading and working from engineering drawings
• Producing accurate, high-quality welded parts
• Supporting workshop production and fabrication output
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (ESSENTIAL FOR APPLICATION)
• Strong fabrication experience
• Confident MIG welding skills
• Ability to work to deadlines in a workshop environment
DESIRABLE SKILLS (NOT ESSENTIAL)
• TIG welding experience
• Stainless steel welding experience
BENEFITS PACKAGE (HIGH VALUE EMPLOYER)
• Profit Share Scheme (annual bonus)
• Healthcare Cash Plan (dental, optical, physio, mental health support)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee Benefit Loans (low interest support)
• Refer a Friend Bonus – up to £1,000
• Death in Service cover
• Discounted leisure & attractions
• Varied engineering & fabrication projects
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (33 days in total)
#MP
Pay: From £643.75 per week
Work Location: In person
£643.75 per week + Overtime (Time & ½ / Double Time)
Sherburn in Elmet, Leeds (LS25)
Immediate Starts Available / Weekly Pay / Full Time Permanent
PAY & EARNINGS (Highly Competitive)
• £643.75 per week including attendance allowance
• Approx. £2,575 per month basic income
• Overtime paid at time & a half and double time
• Long-term stable work with consistent hours
HOURS (Sociable Shift Pattern)
Mon – Thu: 7:00am – 3:45pm
Fri: 7:00am – 11:30am (early finish every Friday)
Due to expansion Sherburn Metalwork part of the WEC Group are recruiting experienced MIG Welders / Fabricators
You will be working on a variety of metal fabrication and welding projects, producing high-quality components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• MIG welding
• Fabrication of mild steel components
• Reading and working from engineering drawings
• Producing accurate, high-quality welded parts
• Supporting workshop production and fabrication output
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (ESSENTIAL FOR APPLICATION)
• Strong fabrication experience
• Confident MIG welding skills
• Ability to work to deadlines in a workshop environment
DESIRABLE SKILLS (NOT ESSENTIAL)
• TIG welding experience
• Stainless steel welding experience
BENEFITS PACKAGE (HIGH VALUE EMPLOYER)
• Profit Share Scheme (annual bonus)
• Healthcare Cash Plan (dental, optical, physio, mental health support)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee Benefit Loans (low interest support)
• Refer a Friend Bonus – up to £1,000
• Death in Service cover
• Discounted leisure & attractions
• Varied engineering & fabrication projects
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (33 days in total)
#MP
Pay: From £643.75 per week
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum hourly rate for welder jobs in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per GOV.UK, the National Living Wage rate for workers aged 21 and over is £12.21 per hour from 1 April 2026. Welders must be paid this rate for every hour worked including overtime at time-and-a-half. Employers in manufacturing and construction sectors are required to record all hours and issue itemised payslips.
How many hours per week can a welder legally work in the United Kingdom including overtime limits?
As per GOV.UK, the average working week is limited to 48 hours over a 17-week reference period under the Working Time Regulations. Welders may opt out of the limit in writing but must still receive 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays. Night shifts for welders require health assessments every 2 years.
What tax code and National Insurance rate applies to welder salaries in the United Kingdom for the 2026/27 tax year?
As per GOV.UK and HMRC, welders with annual earnings above £12,570 use tax code 1257L and pay 8% National Insurance on earnings between £12,570 and £50,270. Income tax is charged at 20% on earnings from £12,571 to £50,270. Employers must deduct tax and NI through PAYE and submit monthly to HMRC.
What visa route and salary threshold apply for non-UK welders applying for skilled work in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, non-UK welders must apply under the Skilled Worker visa with a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code 5211. The visa requires a Certificate of Sponsorship from a licensed UK employer and English language at B1 level. Processing takes up to 8 weeks with an Immigration Skills Charge of £1,000 per year.
