Pipework Fabricator

Galliford Try Group; Long Lee; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Corporate discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Comprehensive pension plan

Regular Save as You Earn scheme

Private medical scheme options

Job summary

Galliford Try Group is seeking a skilled Pipework Fabricator for our Keighley workshop in West Yorkshire. You will fabricate and weld pipework to drawing specifications, assemble large and small-scale sections, and ensure accurate dimensions throughout production.

You will read engineering drawings, perform inspections, and support continuous improvement while maintaining high safety and quality standards. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in fabrication and welding, including pipework and weld preparation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication drawings.
• Knowledge of welding procedures and quality requirements for project specs.
• Experience operating MIG welding equipment and related tools.
• Experience in a fabrication or welding environment with attention to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld stainless steel pipework and components per drawings.
• Manufacture small and large assemblies per approved procedures.
• Verify materials and dimensions against drawings before starting.
• Perform self‑inspections and participate in peer inspections for quality.
• Carry out PUWER checks and ensure safe operation of equipment.
• Operate MIG welding, cutting tools, band saws, drills to meet tolerances.
• Interpret drawings and procedures to support right‑first‑time delivery.
• Identify and escalate manufacturing challenges or drawing discrepancies.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workshop environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in quality, safety, and productivity.

Skills

Fabrication and welding

Reading fabrication drawings

Pipework assembly

MIG welding competence

Safety awareness

Education

City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 and 3

NVQ Level 3 in Welding

Abrasive Wheels certification

Forklift Truck and/or Telehandler licence

Tools

Forklift/Telhandler licence

Job description

Role: Pipework Fabricator

Location: Keighley, West Yorkshire

We are looking for a skilled Pipework Fabricator to join our team in Keighley. In this role, you will be responsible for the fabrication and welding of a variety of pipework assemblies, contributing to the successful delivery of high‑quality products that meet customer and project requirements.

What you’ll be doing:

• Fabricate and weld stainless steel pipework and associated components in line with approved fabrication drawings.
• Manufacture small and large‑scale assemblies in accordance with approved welding procedures and quality standards.
• Verify materials, components, and dimensions against fabrication drawings before commencing work.
• Conduct self‑inspections of completed work and participate in peer inspections to ensure compliance with quality and inspection requirements.
• Complete pre‑use inspections and PUWER checks on plant, machinery, and equipment, ensuring safe operation at all times.
• Operate MIG welding equipment, cutting equipment, band saws, drilling machines, and hand tools to produce high‑quality fabrications within specified tolerances.
• Accurately interpret fabrication drawings, welding procedures, and technical documentation to support right‑first‑time delivery.
• Identify manufacturing challenges, quality concerns, or drawing discrepancies and suggest practical solutions, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment in line with health, safety, and housekeeping standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities that enhance quality, safety, productivity, and efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across fabrication, welding, inspection, and project delivery teams to meet programme and customer requirements.
• Demonstrate effective time management, adaptability, and a flexible approach to changing priorities and production schedules.

About you:

We’re interested in hearing from people with experience in fabrication, welding, or pipework environments who are committed to producing high‑quality work and maintaining safe working practices.

You will ideally have:

• Experience in fabrication and welding, including work with mild steel structural steelwork.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering and fabrication drawings.
• Experience in the assembly and fabrication of pipework, including weld preparation, fit‑up techniques, and an understanding of weld shrinkage and distortion.
• Knowledge of welding procedures and quality requirements, with the ability to work to project specifications.
• Experience working in a fabrication, pipework, or welding environment, with an understanding of the accuracy and workmanship required to produce quality products.
• Competence in the safe operation of MIG welding equipment, cutting equipment, saws, drilling machines, and hand tools.
• Experience of safely lifting, turning, and moving materials and fabricated assemblies using appropriate equipment and techniques.
• A commitment to working safely, collaborating effectively with others, and delivering high standards of workmanship.

Desirable Qualifications and Training

• City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 and 3, or equivalent qualification.
• NVQ Level 3 in Welding.
• Abrasive Wheels certification.
• Forklift Truck and/or Telehandler licence.

What We Can Offer in Return:

With an impressive order book of over £4.3 billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.

Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.

Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office‑based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.

Our Benefits:

We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
• A wide range of corporate discounts
• Cycle to Work schemes
• Comprehensive pension plan
• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
• Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
• Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role

About us:

Our purpose is to improve people’s lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.

We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long‑term value.

For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our business please contact [e-mail]

Additional Information:

Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.

We encourage, and would be grateful if, you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.

Don’t meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long‑term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.

A full job description for this role is available upon request.

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