Welder / Pipefitter
Location: Workshop based in Maidstone, Kent with travel to commercial sites across Kent, Sussex & Surrey
Salary: Up to £52,000 DOE
Hours: 45 hours per week
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
The Opportunity
An established mechanical contractor is looking to recruit an experienced Welder / Pipefitter to join its growing team. This is a varied role combining workshop fabrication with site-based stainless steel pipefitting across a range of commercial projects.
You'll split your time between the company's fully equipped workshop in Maidstone and customer sites throughout Kent, Sussex and Surrey, working on high-quality mechanical installations within sectors including education, healthcare and commercial office environments.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a mixture of fabrication and installation work, offering long-term stability, a strong benefits package and the chance to work on a variety of interesting projects.
The Role
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Carry out MIG and TIG welding within the workshop.
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Fabricate stainless steel pipework and associated components.
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Install and fit stainless steel pipework on commercial sites.
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Read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication details.
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Measure, cut, prepare and assemble pipework to specification.
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Complete installation work to a high standard of quality and safety.
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Work both independently and as part of a mechanical installation team.
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Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment in both workshop and on-site locations.
Experience Required
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Previous experience as a Welder / Pipefitter.
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Strong MIG and TIG welding experience.
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Experience fabricating and installing stainless steel pipework.
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Able to read and work from engineering drawings.
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Commercial mechanical installation experience.
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Full UK Driving Licence.
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
Desirable
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Experience working within education, healthcare or commercial buildings.
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CSCS Card.
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IPAF or PASMA (advantageous but not essential).
Package
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Salary up to £52,000 depending on experience.
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Company vehicle.
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Fuel card.
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Door-to-door pay.
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Company pension.
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Annual holiday allowance.
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Ongoing training and development.
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Long-term career progression.
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Stable, permanent employment with a growing mechanical contractor.
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overall OTE could look to be £60k - £65k
