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Welder / Fabricator jobs and day rates

Welders and fabricators cut, form and join steelwork in workshops and on site. Coded welders (MIG, TIG, MMA) sit at the top of the pay range.

Typical day rate

£190 to £280

Broad UK range. Varies by region, experience and site; London and specialist work usually pay more.

What the work involves

  • MIG, TIG and MMA welding of structural steel
  • Fabricating from drawings in the workshop
  • Site welding and installation of fabricated items
  • Grinding, finishing and weld inspection prep

Cards and tickets

Blue CSCS card with NVQ Level 2 in Fabrication and Welding. Coding certificates (e.g. BS EN ISO 9606-1) command the top rates.

Demand right now

Strong demand across structural steel, plant and infrastructure. Coded welders are scarce.

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