Senior Fabricator / Welder
Location: Burnhouse, Ayrshire
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience + overtime opportunities
Contract type: Full-time, permanent
About Burnhouse Engineering
At Burnhouse Engineering, we specialise in precision fabrication, welding, and engineering solutions for a wide range of industries. Based in Ayrshire, we’re proud of our reputation for high-quality workmanship, reliability, and the strong relationships we’ve built with our customers. As a family-run business, we combine traditional skills with modern techniques, investing in both our people and our equipment to deliver the very best results.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Senior Fabricator / Senior Plater to join our growing team in Burnhouse. This is a hands-on role where you’ll take ownership of challenging fabrication projects and help set the standard for quality across the workshop.
Key responsibilities include:
- Reading and working from engineering drawings and fabrication specifications
- Cutting, shaping, and fitting structural and plate steel to tight tolerances
- Carrying out advanced fabrication and welding processes (MIG, TIG, flux-core, etc.)
- Overseeing and mentoring junior fabricators and apprentices, sharing skills and knowledge
- Ensuring work is completed to the highest safety and quality standards
- Supporting continuous improvement across the workshop and contributing to team problem-solving
About You
We’re looking for someone with:
- Proven experience in fabrication and plating, ideally in heavy or structural steelwork
- Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
- Excellent welding and fabrication skills with attention to accuracy and detail
- A proactive approach, with the confidence to take the lead on jobs and support colleagues
- A commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
- Supervisory or mentoring experience is an advantage
- Relevant welding/fabrication qualifications or willingness to obtain them
What Burnhouse Offers
- Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
- Pension scheme, benefits, and holidays
- Training and development, including opportunities to mentor apprentices and gain additional certifications
- A friendly, family-run team environment where your contribution makes a real difference
- The chance to be part of an ambitious business with a strong pipeline of work
How to Apply
If you’re a skilled fabricator who takes pride in your craft and wants to play a key role in the future of Burnhouse Engineering, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person
