TIG Pipe Welder

KineticPlc; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy with over 43 years of experience is seeking a TIG Pipe Welder in Dewsbury. The role requires proven experience in TIG and MMA welding on stainless and mild steel, along with fabrication of pipework. Candidates will have the opportunity to work both onsite and in the factory, with significant career development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package including 41 days holiday, a health package, and potential bonus incentives.

Benefits

41 days holiday after 3 months

17% pension

Health package for family

Immediate starts available

Bonus incentives

Training investments

High-quality PPE provided

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fabrication and TIG/MMA welding for over two years.
• Hold necessary qualifications or time-served in TIG/MMA welding.
• Pass onsite weld test after video interview.

Responsibilities

• Weld to X-ray standard using TIG & MMA processes on stainless and carbon steel.
• Fabricate pipework and fittings according to specifications.
• Perform general fabrication shop duties as required.
• Adhere to strict Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

TIG welding

MMA welding

Fabrication of pipework

Reading manufacturing drawings

Job description

Dewsbury, England, Yorkshire & The Humber

Permanent

Salary & Working Hours

• £38,337.00 basic + OTE 5hrs OT per week = £46,004.4 (new wage rise 1st March 2026!)
• Standard 4‑day work schedule: Monday to Wednesday 7 am‑5 pm, Thursday 7 am‑4:30 pm
• 30‑minute unpaid lunch break daily, plus a paid morning break
• Career development opportunities available (multiple success stories on request)
• Permanent with the company from day one with a MEGA benefits package (details can be shared)

Benefits

• 41 days holiday after 3 months (33 days + 1 wellbeing day, 2 volunteer days & up to 1 week buy/sell holidays)
• 17 % pension (terms apply)
• Health package for you and family
• Immediate starts available after successful interviewing process
• Bonus incentives
• Lifestyle benefits
• Training investments paid for by the company
• High‑quality PPE provided
• Referral incentive vouchers
• Clean, spacious, fully heated workshops; games in new canteens

Responsibilities

• Welding to X‑ray standard using TIG & MMA welding processes on stainless and carbon steel (mild) materials
• Fabricating pipework and associated fittings according to drawing specifications
• Performing general fabrication shop duties as required
• Plater welders with TIG welding experience on stainless steel may also be considered
• Adhering to strict Health & Safety regulations set by the company
• Reading and interpreting working/manufacturing drawings for cut measurements on carbon and stainless‑steel pipework
• Weld test at interview stage includes: TIG butt weld stainless tube or TIG butt weld carbon steel; stainless pipe‑to‑plate fillet weld; additional bonus if you can STIK (MMA) weld!; MMA butt & fillet weld carbon steel plate
• Opportunities to work both in the factory and onsite

Requirements

• Have proven experience in fabrication and TIG / MMA pipe welding with stainless steel and mild steel for more than two years
• OR hold the necessary qualifications / be time‑served and experienced in TIG / MMA welding within a similar engineering environment
• Complete a video interview and pass an onsite weld test

Apply now for this TIG Pipe Welder role and take the next step in your career! Excellent benefits, package and opportunity to grow with the company!

Kinetic plc is a Recruitment Consultancy with over 43 years of experience of delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing, and technical industries. Kinetic plc treats all applications with a high degree of care; we review all submissions and will attempt to contact applicants who match the job profile. Those that do not meet the specification may not be contacted but their CV will be retained to be considered against future opportunities.