Welder / Pipe Fitter – Stainless Steel TIG Welding (Full‑time)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Welder / Pipe Fitter to join a well‑established manufacturer in Bishop's Stortford. The role involves stainless‑steel TIG welding of process pipework for the pharmaceutical sector and the fabrication of related assemblies.

Key responsibilities

• Perform manual and orbital TIG welding of stainless‑steel process pipework in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
• Fabricate and assemble pipework, valves, pumps, heat exchangers and other components.
• Maintain accurate weld logs and documentation.
• Cut, grind and drill stainless‑steel components; fabricate and weld frameworks and brackets.
• Review process diagrams and interpret production drawings to plan and execute welding projects.

Required profile

• Confident with manual TIG welding techniques.
• Competent using hand tools and powered tools.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering, fabrication and process drawings.
• Resides within a commutable distance of Bishop's Stortford.

Required skills

• Manual TIG welding
• Orbital TIG welding
• Hand tool operation
• Powered tool operation
• Cutting, grinding and drilling stainless steel
• Reading engineering and fabrication drawings

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Permanent full‑time contract – 40 hour week, Monday to Friday
• Holiday allowance and pension scheme