Metal Fabricators and Finishers
6AI USED FOR6%moving to51%
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STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.
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Metal Fabricators and Finishers
Metal fabricators shape, cut, join and finish pieces of metal to build everything from parts for cars and planes to frameworks for buildings. They read technical drawings, use tools and machines skillfully, and make sure everything meets safety rules.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for very little of what this job actually involves today, and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Who hires for this
Babcock InternationalA leading engineering services company, Babcock provides critical support to the UK’s defence, energy, and transport sectors.GKN AerospaceA global leader in aerospace technology, GKN Aerospace designs and manufactures advanced components for aircraft and engines.ThyssenkruppA diversified industrial group, Thyssenkrupp operates in various sectors including automotive, steel, and engineering.MetalcraftA specialist in metal fabrication, Metalcraft provides bespoke solutions for various industries including construction and automotive.WeldtechWeldtech is known for its high-quality welding and fabrication services, serving clients across the UK.Precision MetalworksA leading provider of precision metal fabrication services, focusing on quality and customer satisfaction.