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Workshop Welder/Machinist
Job Posted: 22 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: ME16, Maidstone, Kent
Expire in: 6 days
Job Description
VACANCY: Workshop Welder/ Machinist
LOCATION: Maidstone
ABOUT US:
Glenfield Invicta provide end-to-end project solutions, from initial survey and design to commissioning and long-term asset management. They are part of the AVK Group, a global leader in high-quality valves and hydrants for water, wastewater, gas, and fire protection throughout the world.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
As part of our rapid growth, we are recruiting for a Workshop Welder/Machinist to join our Maidstone team, supporting the delivery of high‑quality engineered products that keep our customers moving.
As a Workshop Welder/Machinist, you will play a key role in producing high‑quality fabricated and machined components that support our customers and internal operations. This is a welding‑first position, where you will spend a proportion of your time carrying out MIG welding and fabrication of mild and stainless‑steel components, while also supporting machining activities within the workshop.
You will also contribute to maintaining a safe, organised workshop environment and support continuous improvement across processes. Although machining training will be provided, applicants with prior machining exposure will be at an advantage and better suited to the requirements of the workshop which includes CNC and manual machinery, such as lathes, mills, and band saws.
RESPONSIBILITES:
* Welding and fabricating mild and stainless steel fittings
* Inspecting completed components to maintain quality standards
* Operating and maintaining MIG/TIG equipment
* Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical diagrams
* Participating in CNC and manual machining (lathe, mill, band saw)
* Supporting daily planning and prioritisation of workshop tasks
* Highlighting material shortages and efficiency improvements
* Ensuring all work meets health & safety and company procedures
* Maintaining excellent housekeeping within your work area
ABOUT YOU:
* Skilled in MIG/TIG welding
* Confident interpreting engineering drawings
* Proactive, organised, and committed to high standards
* A team player who contributes to a positive workshop culture
WHAT WE OFFER:
* Competitive salary
* An important role within a successful and growing business, with clear prospects for career progression
* A culture of promoting personal development, with ample opportunity for training and earning qualifications
* Remote working
* Incentive scheme
* A culture of shared values, goals, attitudes, and business growth
* Employee Assistance Programme (Welfare and Wellbeing)
* 33 days holiday (including statutory Public Holidays)
* Life Assurance plan (x3)
* Company pension plan
* Discounts and cashback across many high-street and online retailers (Supermarkets, Entertainment, Fashion, Days Out, Technology, Home, and Travel)
WORKING HOURS:
* 40 hours per week
We know that our people make the difference in the AVK Group, and we are looking for skilled, passionate, and driven professionals to work with our inspirational leaders; to promote our culture, enable change and champion a lean environment.
OUR COMMITMENT We are an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
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