Pipe Welder

GirlingJones; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 61,785,000 - 67,158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Company pension

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job summary

GirlingJones is seeking an experienced Pipe Welder in North Devon to join a growing engineering manufacturer. You will fabricate and weld hygienic stainless steel process pipework and equipment, reading P&ID drawings and ensuring coded welding standards are met.

The role offers a permanent position at a modern Winkleigh facility. Ideal candidates have proven stainless steel welding experience, MIG/TIG proficiency, and qualifications for coded welding.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Understanding fabrication drawings and engineering documentation.

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 specifications.
• Ensure completed work meets quality, compliance and industry requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe workshop and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Stainless steel welding

MIG welding

TIG welding

Hygienic pipe systems

P&ID reading

Workshop leadership

Job description

Pipe Welder
Location: Winkleigh, Devon
Pay:£23 – £25 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

• £23 – £25 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