CECO Environmental is a global leader in providing sustainable solutions for industrial air, water, and energy transition. Since 1966, we’ve been addressing the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Our mission is to protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment, making a tangible impact across industries like renewable energy, semiconductor manufacturing, power generation, and water treatment. As a purpose-driven company, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and integrity, ensuring that every project we undertake creates lasting positive change. At CECO, you’ll be part of a growing, dynamic team committed to a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable future. 

As part of the CECO Environmental family of brands, Wakefield Acoustics plays a critical role in delivering specialized thermal acoustic solutions that protect both people and the environment. By joining our team, you’ll contribute to our shared mission of protecting global industrial operations and shaping the future of environmental stewardship.  

Your Responsibilities Will Be:  

• Fabricate and weld bespoke acoustic enclosures to BSEN 1090 standard.
• Accurately read and interpret engineering drawings to ensure quality and dimensional accuracy. 
• Assemble products to specification following painting and finishing.
• Operate machinery such as guillotine, band saw, press brake, pillar drill, and various hand tools safely and effectively.
• Ensure work is carried out in compliance with health and safety regulations and company procedures. 
• Perform self-inspection and maintain high levels of workmanship and quality control.
• Work independently using your initiative to solve problems and manage tasks to meet production deadlines.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to maintaining a tidy, safe, and efficient workspace.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Fabrication & Welding.
• Strong MIG/TIG welding experience with the ability to weld in accordance to approved welding procedure specifications (WPS) ensuring full compliance and quality standards. Must be competent fabricating with both sheet metal and framework fabrication including marking out, cutting, forming to engineering drawings. 
• Competent in the use of fabrication machinery: guillotine, band saw, press brake, pillar drill, and hand tools.
• Ability to interpret complex technical drawings and specifications.

• Thorough understanding of BSEN 1090 fabrication standards.

• Good knowledge of workplace health and safety protocols.

• High attention to detail with the ability to work to tight tolerances.

 Preferred Experience & Certifications

• Valid Forklift Truck (FLT) license. 
• Overhead crane operation experience.
• IPAF qualification (Mobile Elevated Work Platform use).

We Offer:  

At CECO, we are committed to a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. 

The hours of work are Monday to Thursday 06.00 to 15.00 and Friday 06.00 to 11.00 (39 hours per week)

Pay Rate: £17.10 per hour increasing to £18.10 after successful completion of probation period

Wakefield Acoustics Employee Benefits 

• Pension: 5% employee, 3% employer contribution.
• Health Cover and Employee Assistance Programme: Westfield Health
• The production bonus is made of three elements of £100 sales, £100 quality & £50 attendance. Paid each quarter
• Death in service – 2x annual salary
• 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
• Electric car scheme – subject to affordability (after probation period)

ABOUT US  

CECO’s Commitment to Our People  

At CECO, our people are at the center of everything we do. Whether you’re a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring opportunities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with CECO.  

ABOUT CECO  

CECO Environmental is a leading environmentally focused, diversified industrial company whose solutions protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment across the globe, serving a broad landscape of industrial air, industrial water and energy transition markets.  

We serve these markets and our global customers through our key business segments: Engineered Systems and Industrial Process Solutions. Learn more about CECO by visiting About Us.  

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