WEC Group Vacancies
Join the largest Engineering & Fabrication Group in the UK! Due to constant expansion, WEC Group are always looking for skilled:
Welder/Fabricators CNC Machinists Laser & Press Operators Quality Engineers CAM/CAD Programmers Estimators & more...
- Job for Life
- Excellent Staff Benefits
- Build a Career That Matters
WEC Group Vacancies
Join the largest Engineering & Fabrication Group in the UK! Due to constant expansion, WEC Group are always looking for skilled:
Welder/Fabricators CNC Machinists Laser & Press Operators Quality Engineers CAM/CAD Programmers Estimators & more...
- Job for Life
- Excellent Staff Benefits
- Be part of something big
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Careers at WEC Group Ltd
Working with WEC Group offers a rewarding and challenging career within a globally successful engineering and fabrication company, now comprising 15 divisions and around 1,100 staff across sites in Lancashire, Merseyside, Yorkshire, Dorset and the West Midlands. Every employee is valued and can feel proud to be part of the team, with opportunities across engineering, manufacturing, sales, and project management.
We promote a fair, safe, and supportive environment built on respect, teamwork, and a strong sense of belonging, alongside long-term contracts, flexible shifts, and job stability, and we actively support career progression through training, development, and education opportunities.
Featured Jobs
Looking for an exciting new opportunity to join the UK’s largest Engineering Group?
Browse the featured jobs across WEC Group in the section below.
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Our state-of-the-art Laser, Fabrication, CCTV, Special Projects, Powder Coating and m-tec divisions are based in Darwen, along with our award winning Engineering Academy, Machining, Large Machining and Waterjet divisions in Blackburn.
5750 based in Knowsley, Liverpool provide Flatbed Laser Cutting, Tube Laser Cutting, Press Braking and Fabrication services. This division was acquired by WEC Group in 2008 and has continued to grow into an extremely successful division following major investments.
MTL Advanced, based in Rotherham, is one of WEC Group’s largest divisions, specialising in laser cutting, fabrication, CNC machining and more. The company supports a wide range of sectors including defence, rail, agriculture, recycling and construction.
Sherburn Metalwork is a specialist fabrication, sheet metalwork and robotic welding company based near Leeds, Yorkshire. Ideally located in Yorkshire, North East, they cater for a diverse customer base with a broad range of demands and requirements.
Our HTA division, based in Coventry, provides laser cutting, CNC punching, CNC folding, fabrication and automated welding services from its modern manufacturing facility. Recent investment has further expanded its capabilities.
Laser Profiles, based in Dorset, is the newest addition to WEC Group, joining us in 2024. The division provides laser cutting and sheet metal fabrication services, with recent investment in new welding bays and equipment helping to further strengthen its capabilities.
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Our skilled welders work on large-scale, high-profile projects across industries like nuclear, oil & gas and structural steel, using advanced techniques to produce precision fabrications. They’re part of a skilled team delivering varied, exciting work for a wide range of major customers.
Our engineering & production teams work on large-scale, high-spec projects across multiple industries, from CNC machining and CAD/CAM programming to quality inspection and finishing. They’re part of a skilled team delivering precision work for major customers on varied, exciting projects.
Our management and supervision teams lead major engineering projects for well-known customers, guiding skilled teams and ensuring work is delivered to the highest standards. It’s a chance to drive projects forward, develop people, and make a real impact in a fast-paced engineering environment.
In Sales, Marketing and Business Development at WEC Group, you’ll help promote world-class engineering services and build relationships with major customers across multiple industries. It’s a great opportunity to drive growth, work on exciting projects, and be part of a team shaping the future of UK manufacturing.
In our office roles, you’ll help support and drive major engineering projects behind the scenes, from project engineering and purchasing to IT, HR and finance. It’s a chance to work with experienced teams, build valuable skills and play a key role in delivering projects for customers across multiple industries.
Our apprentices at WEC Group benefit from hands-on training at our state-of-the-art Engineering Academy while earning recognised qualifications, giving them the skills and experience to build long-term careers in engineering. They work on real projects, competitions and community builds alongside experienced mentors, developing world-class skills in an award-winning apprenticeship programme.
Our Staff
See the hard working employees that make our industry-leading successes possible. At WEC Group, our people are our most valuable asset, which is why we reward our employees with excellent pay, benefits and progression opportunities.
Employee Benefits
Rewarding our employees for their hard work is one of our core values as a company. Explore the full range of excellent benefits we offer across WEC Group below.
Annual Profit Share Bonus
When the company performs well, you share in the success through an annual bonus called the profit share scheme.
Healthcare cash back scheme
Claim back money on everyday healthcare costs, such as dental, optical, and physiotherapy treatments, plus access mental health and wellbeing support.
Company Pension Scheme
Build for your future with our contributory workplace pension plan.
Employee Benefit Loans
Access low-interest financial support to help with unexpected personal expenses when you need it most.
Refer a Friend Bonus
Recommend talented friends or family and receive £250 after they complete 3 months and an additional £750 after 12 months of service.
Death in Service Benefit
Peace of mind for you and your loved ones, providing financial support in the event of your passing.
Discounted Attractions
Enjoy reduced entry to a wide variety of leisure attractions and entertainment venues.
Unique and Varied Projects
Be part of an exciting range of projects where no two days are the same, keeping your work fresh, engaging, and rewarding.
Generous Holiday Allowance + Bank Holidays
Recharge with a holiday allowance plus all UK bank holidays off.
About WEC Group
With a workforce of over 1,100 skilled employees operating across Lancashire, Merseyside, Yorkshire, Dorset, and the West Midlands, WEC Group is a diverse and well-established organisation comprising 15 specialist manufacturing companies.
Each company focuses on a distinct area of engineering and fabrication, allowing the Group to deliver a comprehensive range of high-quality, precision-led solutions across multiple industries while maintaining deep expertise in every discipline.
Life at WEC Group
WEC Group – 45 Years of Growth and Opportunity: expanding across 15 divisions with 1100+ staff, we offer:
- Diverse careers from engineering and operations to sales and project management
- Career development through training, education, and progression opportunities
- Award-winning apprenticeships via the WEC Group Engineering Academy, with guaranteed jobs on completion.
Staff Testimonials
Hear from current employees of WEC Group about their real-life experiences of what its like to work at WEC Group.
Q: How would you describe the team you work with?
A: “I am fairly new to WEC and the team have made me feel so welcome and part of the team. It feels like I have been for years!“
Amy – BDM
Q: What type of projects have you enjoyed working on the most?
A: “Blackpool Sculpture, Pooley Bridge, car manufacturer work and aerospace work.“
Matt – Welder
Q: What skills have you gained since joining WEC Group?
A: “Can weld all different materials and use any welding process. Can fabricate any job no matter how big or small.“
Tom – Charge Hand
Q: What makes WEC Group different from other places you’ve worked?
A: “Larger jobs. Opportunity to work on various jobs.“
Jamie – Welder/Fabricator
Q: What skills have you learned since joining WEC Group?
A: “I’ve gained a wealth of knowledge in the Engineering industry as well as HTML coding.“
Emma – Marketing Executive
Q: What do you enjoy most about being a welder at WEC?
A: “The quality and selection of various job we get to make.“
Jamie – Welder/Fabricator
Q: What’s your favourite part of a typical work day at WEC Group?
A: “Having a laugh with the lads and cracking on with the job.“
Declan – Welder
Q: What do you enjoy most about being a CNC Programmer at WEC Machining?
A: “Challenges which improve my skills and knowledge.“
Tamara – CAM/CAD Engineer
Q: What employee benefits do you use/like the most?
A: “Profit share and attendance allowance.“