Watson Gym Equipment is one of the world's leading manufacturers of premium strength training equipment. Driven by a passion for engineering excellence and inspiring healthier lifestyles, our mission is to become the world's number one supplier of gym equipment. Every product we manufacture is designed to improve the health and wellbeing of people around the world, while setting the benchmark for quality, innovation and performance.
As demand for our products continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join our professional and highly skilled welding team. You'll play a key role in manufacturing our luxury, bespoke strength equipment, producing industry-leading products to the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.
We'll provide the training, support and tools needed to achieve the Watson Gym Equipment standard, but we're looking for someone who already has a solid foundation as a competent MIG Welder/Fabricator.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work safely at all times, following company procedures and maintaining a clean, organised work area.
- Fabricate and MIG weld premium strength training equipment using laser-cut steel sections, plate work and precision-manufactured components, all supplied by our in-house machine shop, working from drawings to create industry-leading finished products.
- Weld both pre-prepared fabrications and partially robot-welded components into completed products, ensuring exceptional accuracy, strength and finish.
- Prepare, grind and finish welded fabrications using a range of workshop tools to meet Watson Gym Equipment's high standards.
- Safely handle and move larger fabrications and completed equipment throughout the manufacturing process.
- Develop your skills and experience, with the opportunity to progress onto increasingly complex fabrications.
We're looking for someone who:
- Has a minimum of 2 years' recent MIG welding and fabrication experience (or can prove competency during a weld and fabrication test)
- Works safely and takes pride in maintaining a clean, organised workspace.
- Produces consistently high-quality work with excellent attention to detail.
- Works efficiently while maintaining exceptional standards.
- Is proactive in identifying and solving problems.
- Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with Team Leaders and colleagues.
- Takes pride in producing premium products and is committed to continuous improvement.
Working Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 7:00am – 4:45pm
Friday: 7:00am – 12:15pm
Total Paid Hours: 43
Regular overtime opportunities are available and paid at time and a half.
Benefits:
- Free Gym Membership at the Watson 24/7 Gym
- Staff discounts
- Health Cash Plan
- Life Assurance
- Virtual GP
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Salary Sacrifice Pension
- Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
- Training and development
- Career progression
- Workwear/PPE provided
- Company events
- 28 Days holiday rising to 33 Days after two years continuous service.
Why Join Watson Gym Equipment?
Based on the Commerce Park Industrial Estate in Frome, Watson Gym Equipment is one of the fastest-growing manufacturers in the fitness industry. Our expanding fabrication department includes a large team of skilled welders, and we're continuing to invest heavily in both our people and our manufacturing capabilities to meet increasing global demand.
We're passionate about becoming the best employer in the area, creating an environment where people can develop, succeed and build long-term careers. With exciting growth plans already underway—including expansion into an additional manufacturing facility in Frome—we're looking forward to welcoming more talented people to our team.
If you're a skilled MIG Welder/Fabricator who takes pride in producing exceptional work and wants to be part of a business that's setting the standard for premium strength equipment worldwide, we'd love to hear from you.
Check us out online: www.watsongym.co.uk
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,248.00-£50,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Frome, Somerset: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- MIG welding: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
