Welder / Fabricator

The Role: Welder / Fabricator

Location: Cardiff (Workshop based)

Salary: £26,000 – £28,500 per annum (Dependant on experience)

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week – 8am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday

About Us:

Wild Creations is a leading provider of innovative design, manufacturing, and installation solutions for props and scenery within the entertainment, marketing, and theme park industries. With a passion for creativity and craftsmanship, we specialise in bringing our clients’ visions to life through our exceptional workmanship and attention to detail.

Company Culture:

We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional work. We value diversity, creativity, and continuous learning, and we strive to create a workplace where every team member can thrive and contribute to our collective success. 

Role Responsibilities:

• Perform Welding operations, using various welding techniques – predominately MIG Welding but also TIG and aluminium, according to detailed engineering/production drawings
• Fabricate items to the high standards expected of our work, ensuring welds are strong and durable whilst adhering to strict deadlines
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings
• To conduct weld procedures and inspections to identify defects and ensuring compliance with the specifications
• The ability to work with different types of metals and alloys, understanding their properties and the appropriate welding methods to use
• Following strict health and safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
• Record Keeping and documentation

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in a similar role within the welding and fabrication industry, demonstrating practical skills and knowledge.
• Understanding of industry standards and best practices in welding and fabrication processes.
• Proficiency in various welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and aluminium welding. We’ll provide training to achieve our EN1090 standards.
• Experience in reading and interpreting engineering/production drawings/blueprints to fabricate metal components.
• Precision and attention to detail with the ability to produce welds and fabrications with high accuracy and quality standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well as part of a team.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn new skills.

Desirable Skills

• Relevant certifications such as City & Guilds, NVQs, or equivalent in welding and fabrication.
• Awareness of health and safety regulations such as CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) or similar.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Exciting, one-of-a-kind projects – no two days are the same.
• 28 days’ holiday (including bank holidays) + your birthday off.
• Extra holiday after 2 years’ service (up to 5 extra days).
• Enhanced company pension contributions.
• Private medical insurance (after probation).
• Cycle to Work scheme (after probation).
• Free on-site parking.
• You’ll be working with a friendly, passionate team.
• Great coffee.

How to apply:

Please send your CV, along with a covering letter and portfolio, if you have one, detailing your relevant experience and qualifications to [email protected] by 10pm on Sunday  31st August  2025.

Wild Creations is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and we believe creativity thrives through different perspectives and lived experiences.