TIG Pipe Welder

Kinetic PLC; Leeds; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of innovative prefabrication solutions is seeking TIG Pipe Welders for a permanent role in Leeds. Join a company known for quality and efficiency, working on exciting projects in the automotive, power, and nuclear sectors. You will work with stainless and mild steel, fabricating pipework to X-ray standards. The position offers competitive pay, a great benefits package, and career development opportunities. Applicants must have significant welding experience or relevant qualifications.

Benefits

41 days holiday after 3 months

17% pension

Health package for you and family

Training investments paid

High-quality PPE provided

Referral incentive vouchers

Clean, spacious workshops

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fabrication and TIG/MMA pipe welding with stainless steel and mild steel for more than two years.
• Necessary qualifications or time-served and experienced in TIG/MMA welding within a similar engineering environment.
• Must complete a video interview and pass an onsite weld test.

Responsibilities

• Welding to X-ray standard using TIG & MMA processes on stainless and carbon steel.
• Fabricating pipework and associated fittings according to drawing specifications.
• Performing general fabrication shop duties as required.
• Reading and interpreting working/manufacturing drawings for cut measurements.

Skills

TIG welding experience

MMA welding experience

Fabrication skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Job description

Job Overview

TIG Pipe Welders needed NOW - More than ten permanent Pipewelders needed for a brand new facility working on exciting automotive, power and nuclear related industry projects! Work with a leading provider of innovative prefabrication solutions who have a strong reputation for quality and efficiency, specialising in delivering high-performance modular systems that streamline project timelines and enhance sustainability.

Salary & Working Hours

• £38,337.00 basic + OTE 5hrs OTpcw = £46,004.4 (new wage rise 1st March 2026!)
• Standard 4-day work schedule: Monday to Wednesday 7am-5pm, Thursday 7am-4:30pm
• 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 with a MEGA benefits package (document of details can be shared)

Benefits

• 41 days holiday after 3 months (33 + 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

• TIG Butt weld stainless trubore
• 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

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.

Job Information

• Job Title: TIG Pipe Welder
• Company: Kinetic PLC
• Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
• Posted: Jan 16th 2026
• Closes: Feb 16th 2026
• Sector: Contract
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time