Workshop Welder/Machinist

Workshop Welder/Machinist Location: Maidstone c.£30,000 – £32,000 + Overtime dependent on experience Mon–Fri, 8:00–16:30 Contact: Emily or Sammy at PWR Workshop Welder / Machinist (Stainless Steel Focus) Looking for a role where your welding skills are genuinely valued, but you can also keep your hands in machining? We’re working with a well-established manufacturing business looking to add a Welder / Machinist to their close-knit workshop team. This is a hands-on, varied role with a strong emphasis on quality stainless steel welding, alongside practical machining work using lathes and mills. The Role This is not a one-dimensional job — you’ll be a key part of the workshop, balancing precision welding with machining responsibilities. • MIG welding on stainless and mild steel fabricated components • Producing clean, high-quality welds where finish matters • Operating manual machinery including lathes, mills and band saws • Supporting light CNC work where required • Reading and working from engineering drawings and technical specs • Inspecting your own work to maintain high standards • Working closely with the wider team to meet production targets (Typically a welding-led role, but with regular hands-on machining throughout the week) What We’re Looking For We’re looking for someone who is confident in welding, but also comfortable getting involved with machining — or keen to develop further in that area. • Strong MIG welding experience (essential) • Experience working with stainless steel – key requirement • Ability to produce neat, consistent welds • Experience using manual lathes and/or milling machines • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings • Background in a workshop or manufacturing environment • A hands-on, team-focused attitude with pride in your work (Machining can be developed further if your welding is your stronger skillset) Why Apply? • £30–32k basic + regular overtime available • Monday to Friday – no weekends • 25 days holiday + bank holidays • Supportive, down-to-earth team environment • Opportunity to develop both welding and machining skills • Stable business that invests in its people This role suits someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in high-quality stainless steel welding, but also wants to stay involved in practical machining work rather than being stuck on one process all day. METPERM