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Welder – Fabricator Location: Glasgow (Workshop-based) Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Flexible working options – 4-day week possible) Salary: £33,000 per annum (equivalent to £17.03 per working hour) About the Role We’re looking for a practical, energetic, and fast-working individual with a strong background in fabrication and welding to join our growing team. You’ll mainly work with stainless steel (TIG and some MIG), producing light fabrications for our innovative range of access equipment. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in high-quality workmanship, and values efficiency within a relaxed but professional environment. You’ll be part of a small, friendly team, working alongside two part-time welders and collaborating with other departments when needed. Key Responsibilities • Review fabrication schedules and plan your workload accordingly., • Weld light stainless steel assemblies (primarily TIG)., • Occasionally weld mild steel pallet bases, jigs, and components., • Load completed parts to storage racks for surface treatment., • Operate vibratory polishing machines (loading/unloading)., • Perform light dressing or finishing where required (usually minimal due to laser-cut parts)., • Maintain and operate workshop machinery: lathes, mills, drills, downdraft benches, welding plant, and power tools., • Contribute to a safe, clean, and organised work environment., • (Upcoming) Operate our new robot manipulator for larger fabrications., • (Upcoming) Assist in designing and building our new welding booth and storage layout for improved workflow. About You: • Strong background in fabrication and welding (TIG essential; MIG advantageous)., • Able to work independently and efficiently., • Practical, proactive, and committed to quality., • Comfortable in a small, collaborative team., • Willing to take on varied workshop tasks. Why Work With Us: At Cotenda & Poolpod Products Ltd, we’re a close-knit SME designing and manufacturing innovative pool access systems used around the world. You’ll be joining a company where your skills, ideas, and initiative genuinely make a difference. We offer: Flexible Working • 37.5 hours per week with flexibility to suit your lifestyle., • Option for a 4-day week and 3-day weekend., • Early finishes or later starts available. Benefits • Private health insurance (currently Vitality) — including same-day GP video appointments, private physio, inpatient & outpatient cover., • Free parking and good transport links., • Friendly, multicultural environment where your ideas are valued. Workplace Perks: • Complimentary bean-to-cup coffee, soft drinks, and snacks., • In-work cooking facilities to make your own lunch., • Bike2Work scheme., • A sociable international team with occasional events. Note: Lunch breaks and tea breaks are unpaid. Ready to Join Us? If you’re a motivated all-rounder who takes pride in hands-on work and wants to join an innovative, growing company — we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV, and we’ll be in touch for an informal chat.