Cities
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 Packing Jobs
What is the National Living Wage rate for packing jobs in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
GOV.UK states the National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over in packing roles is £12.50 per hour from 1 April 2026. Employers must pay this rate for all hours worked including overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate. Packing operatives under 21 receive £10.00 per hour under the same rules.
How many hours can I legally work in a UK packing warehouse job without a visa sponsorship?
GOV.UK confirms standard full-time packing shifts are limited to 48 hours per week on average over 17 weeks unless opted out in writing. Workers receive 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays calculated on actual hours worked. Overtime above 48 hours triggers mandatory rest breaks of 11 consecutive hours daily.
What documents do I need to apply for a packing job in the United Kingdom in 2026?
GOV.UK requires a valid passport or biometric residence permit plus a right to work share code for all packing job applicants. Employers must complete a right to work check before the first shift and retain records for two years. No formal education certificates are mandated for entry-level packing positions.
Do packing jobs in the UK require a Skilled Worker visa for non-UK residents in 2026?
GOV.UK specifies that packing operative roles fall below the Skilled Worker visa threshold and cannot be sponsored unless the salary reaches £38,700 or the going rate for the SOC code. Most warehouse packing positions are filled by UK or settled workers only. Seasonal worker visas do not cover permanent packing contracts.
