Pipe Fitter / Welder - TIG & ORBITAL

HR GO Recruitment; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site car parking

Job summary

HRGO Recruitment is seeking an experienced Pipe Fitter / Welder to join our team in Bishop's Stortford. You will perform stainless-steel TIG welding and orbital TIG as part of process pipework fabrication for GMP-led pharma/biotech projects.

The role requires precision, documentation discipline, and adherence to safety standards. You will read production drawings, maintain weld logs, and support onsite installation and maintenance as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven stainless-steel TIG welding experience (manual essential; orbital highly desirable).
• Strong fabrication/pipefitting in regulated environments (pharma/biotech ideal).
• Ability to read and interpret production drawings and process diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Stainless steel TIG welding and orbital TIG welding of process pipework.
• Fabrication and assembly of stainless-steel pipework and components.
• Write and maintain weld logs / traceability records.

Skills

TIG welding (stainless)

Orbital TIG welding

Reading drawings

Weld logs & docs

GMP compliance

Education

Welding certification

Tools

Orbital welding equipment

Job description

Pipe Fitter / Welder - TIG & ORBITAL

Permanent, Full-time

Salary Guide: £45,000 to £56,000 PA: Depending on Experience

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours

Location: Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire (CM23) with easy access from the M11- Stansted Airport Junction

Free on-site car parking

The Role:

We're recruiting an experienced Pipe Fitter / Welder to support the fabrication and assembly of stainless-steel process pipework and skid assemblies for systems used in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and research sectors. This role requires high-quality welding/fabrication standards, strong attention to documentation, and a safety-first approach within a GMP-led environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stainless steel manual TIG and orbital TIG welding of process pipework
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions
• Fabrication and assembly of process pipework and associated components (valves, pumps, heat exchangers, etc.)
• Writing and maintaining weld logs / traceability records
• Fabrication and welding of stainless-steel framework and brackets
• Cutting, grinding, drilling of stainless-steel components
• Review process diagrams and work accurately from production drawings
• Lay out welding projects, fabricate and weld to specification
• Collaborate with project managers and team leaders to ensure smooth workflow
• Maintain welding safety guidelines and ensure a safe working environment
• Onsite installation and maintenance operations (as required)
• Working in line with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven stainless-steel TIG welding experience (manual essential; orbital highly desirable)
• Strong fabrication/pipefitting capability in regulated/quality-critical environments (pharma/biotech ideal)
• Ability to read and interpret production drawings and process diagrams
• Experience producing and maintaining welding documentation/weld logs
• Excellent attention to detail, quality and safety

Desirable:

• Recognised welding qualifications/certification (or demonstrable equivalent experience)
• Experience with orbital welding equipment and procedures
• Previous experience working to GMP standards

HRGO Recruitment provides both permanent and temporary job opportunities across the UK. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. HRGO is committed to equal opportunities for all