Facilities maintenance and fabrication Engineer, welder

Expert Employment
Waddesdon, United Kingdom
2 months ago
Posted
5 Mar 2026 (2 months ago)

My client designs, tests and manufactures engines and thruster components for space exploration to power spacecraft.

They are looking for a Maintenance and Fabrication Engineer, who can weld to join the Facilities and Site Services team. Who are responsible for facility and production up time by performing building and equipment upkeep, repairs and maintenance. Also rocket test installations, modifications and commissioning, applying fixes to equipment or building and ensuring facilities are tidy and functional.

This is a challenging role that requires a skilled welder fabricator but also includes practical building maintenance such as carpentry, electric, HVAC, plumbing, compressor and boiler maintenance, site vehicle upkeep, etc. Building upkeep will include painting, minor repairs to doors, windows, roofing, drainage, etc.

Requirements

Welding and metal fabrication time served skills, work is often challenging.

Background in facilities maintenance or engineering fabrication.

Competent in using hand and electrical tools

Basic knowledge of plumbing, carpentry and fabrication

City and Guilds Level 2, ideally Level 3 or similar structural welding qualification.

ASME certification ideal.

Communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Major site project works, new test and productions facilities installation and commissioning.

Fabrication and welding.

General site fixes, repairs and maintenance activities.

Install new appliances and equipment.

Ensure all facilities tools and equipment are properly maintained and kept clean and tidy.

Inspect, maintain and troubleshoot equipment and systems e.g. ventilation.

Paint, redecorate, refurbish areas as needed.

Upkeep and maintenance of site vehicles.

May be required to train as forklift, MEWP or telehandler operator

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