Pipe Welder

Description

Pipe Welder

Location: Winkleigh, Devon

Pay: GBP23 – GBP25 per hour + Overtime + Annual Bonus + Pension

A growing engineering manufacturer in North Devon is strengthening its workshop team following continued expansion, new project wins and significant investment in a brand–new manufacturing facility.

Specialising in stainless steel process systems for the food and process engineering sectors, the business designs, manufactures and installs bespoke hygienic pipework, process equipment and structural steelwork for major food production facilities throughout the UK.

They are now looking for an experienced Pipe Welder to join the team, working from their modern Winkleigh facility on specialist stainless steel systems and equipment.

With a strong pipeline of long–term work, this is an opportunity to secure a permanent position within an expanding engineering business while working on technically varied projects.

The Role

As a Pipe Welder, you ll report directly to the Managing Director and take a hands–on role in the fabrication and welding of bespoke stainless steel process systems.

Your work will cover hygienic process pipework, steam systems and associated stainless steel equipment, with a strong focus on achieving the required quality, compliance and coded welding standards.

Key Responsibilities Fabricate, assemble and weld stainless steel pipework and process systems Carry out MIG and TIG welding to coded standards Manufacture hygienic process and steam pipework for specialist applications Read and work from P&ID drawings, fabrication drawings and engineering specifications Ensure completed work meets relevant quality, compliance and industry requirements Carry out inspections and quality checks throughout the manufacturing process Work closely with design, project management and installation teams Maintain a clean, safe and well–organised workshop Support continuous improvement across workshop processes and standards About You

We re interested in hearing from experienced welders, fabricators and pipework specialists who have worked within hygienic process environments such as food manufacturing, dairy, brewing, pharmaceutical or similar industries.

For this Pipe Welder position, you ll ideally have:

Proven experience fabricating and welding stainless steel pipework Strong MIG and TIG welding capabilities Experience with hygienic process and steam pipe systems Current coded welding qualifications and certifications Confidence reading and interpreting P&ID drawings A good understanding of fabrication drawings and engineering documentation Previous experience supporting or leading workshop activities Strong attention to detail and a focus on producing high–quality work A practical, proactive approach to problem–solving A strong commitment to safe working practices Desirable IPAF Forklift Licence Telehandler Licence Salary & Benefits GBP23 – GBP25 per hour Good levels of weekday and weekend overtime Annual bonus worth up to one month s salary Company pension scheme 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Secure pipeline of long–term projects Opportunity to join a growing business investing significantly in its manufacturing capabilities and future development If you re an experienced Pipe Welder looking for secure, long–term work where you can put your stainless steel fabrication and coded welding experience to use on specialist process engineering projects, apply today or contact Girling Jones Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

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