Service Technician TIG Welding

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Bobbington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Service Technician (TIG Welding) based in Bridgnorth. This role involves on-site installation and maintenance of steel belt systems across the UK and Ireland. Candidates should have proven TIG welding experience and a willingness to travel. Full training is provided over a 2-3 year period, offering career growth opportunities within an international business.

Benefits

Fully equipped company van

Structured training and mentorship

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven Tig welding experience with thin-gauge stainless steel and carbon steel.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the UK and Ireland.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to client sites across the UK to perform installation and maintenance.
• Perform TIG welding on stainless steel components.
• Diagnose faults and conduct preventative maintenance.

Skills

TIG welding experience

Effective communication skills

Customer service skills

Problem-solving approach

Job description

Overview

Service Technician (TIG Welding) – Location: Bridgnorth (Field based once training complete); Salary: Competitive salary - Performance based increase + Company Van, Fuel Card, Company Card & Overtime

PACE Steel Belt Systems is a leading provider of high-performance sheet belt systems serving clients across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. Renowned for quality, precision, and service excellence, we're seeking a skilled TIG welder looking to transition into a mobile service technician role with extensive training and development.

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated and experienced TIG Welder to join our growing service team as a Service Technician. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on individual to grow into a technically advanced field-based role, travelling to client sites across the UK and Ireland to install, service, and maintain specialist steel belt systems.

No previous service technician experience required - full training will be provided over a 2-3 year period, including time shadowing senior technicians and visits to our European headquarters for product-specific training.

Responsibilities

• Travel to client sites across the UK & Ireland to perform installation, maintenance, and repair of steel belt systems.
• Perform TIG welding on stainless steel components (typical thickness 0.6mm to 1.2mm, max 3mm).
• Diagnose faults and conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on steel belt conveyors.
• Liaise directly with clients, delivering a professional and customer-focused service.
• Maintain accurate service records and reports.
• Work closely with senior technicians during the training phase.
• Attend training sessions at our European HQ as part of development program.

Person Specification

Essential

• Proven TIG welding experience, ideally working with thin-gauge stainless steel and carbon steel (0.6mm-1.2mm).
• Willingness to travel extensively across the UK and Ireland, with occasional travel to Europe.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Practical, hands-on mindset with a problem-solving approach.
• Able to work independently once trained.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a field-based role or equipment servicing.
• Familiarity with industrial machinery or conveying systems.

What We Offer

• Fully equipped company van + fuel card
• Company expenses card
• Structured training & mentorship over 2-3 years
• Overtime available
• Career development opportunities within a growing international business
• Travel opportunities across the UK, Ireland, and Europe

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.