Fabricator
| Posting date: | 05 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £19.55 to £26.39 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 March 2026 |
| Location: | Peterlee, County Durham |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Extension Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 584 |
Summary
Fabricator
Location: Durham (Peterlee site)
Pay Rate: £19.55 – £26.39 per hour
Fabricators are required for a long-term assignment based in Peterlee, working within a modern, high‑quality manufacturing environment.
This Fabricator role offers competitive pay rates, regular overtime, monthly bonuses and the opportunity to develop skills in a safety‑critical, quality‑driven operation producing heavy‑duty equipment for global markets.
This is a 2‑year agency contract, with one month’s notice.
Role Overview – Fabricator
The successful Fabricator will be responsible for carrying out fabrication and assembly work to tight tolerances, following standard work instructions and operating from build and assembly fixtures.
The role requires a strong focus on quality, safety and teamwork, within a structured manufacturing environment.
What’s Required
Proven fabrication or assembly experience
Ideally experience within a heavy manufacturing or engineering environment
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (or relevant time-served experience)
Experience working to tight tolerances
Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
Pay & Hours
36.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday
3‑shift rotating system
Shift rates: £19.55 – £26.39 per hour
Overtime available
Monthly performance and attendance bonuses
Additional Benefits
Free on-site parking and public transport access
On-site gym
Paid holidays (including bank holidays)
Full induction, training and PPE provided
Potential for permanent employment
Skills Test
All applicants must successfully pass a fabrication skills test prior to offer
A £150 trade test payment will be made once the test is passed and the successful candidate has started in the role
Location: Durham (Peterlee site)
Pay Rate: £19.55 – £26.39 per hour
Fabricators are required for a long-term assignment based in Peterlee, working within a modern, high‑quality manufacturing environment.
This Fabricator role offers competitive pay rates, regular overtime, monthly bonuses and the opportunity to develop skills in a safety‑critical, quality‑driven operation producing heavy‑duty equipment for global markets.
This is a 2‑year agency contract, with one month’s notice.
Role Overview – Fabricator
The successful Fabricator will be responsible for carrying out fabrication and assembly work to tight tolerances, following standard work instructions and operating from build and assembly fixtures.
The role requires a strong focus on quality, safety and teamwork, within a structured manufacturing environment.
What’s Required
Proven fabrication or assembly experience
Ideally experience within a heavy manufacturing or engineering environment
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (or relevant time-served experience)
Experience working to tight tolerances
Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
Pay & Hours
36.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday
3‑shift rotating system
Shift rates: £19.55 – £26.39 per hour
Overtime available
Monthly performance and attendance bonuses
Additional Benefits
Free on-site parking and public transport access
On-site gym
Paid holidays (including bank holidays)
Full induction, training and PPE provided
Potential for permanent employment
Skills Test
All applicants must successfully pass a fabrication skills test prior to offer
A £150 trade test payment will be made once the test is passed and the successful candidate has started in the role