Welder / PIpefitter

Welder / Pipefitter Location: Workshop based in Maidstone, Kent with travel to commercial sites across Kent, Sussex & Surrey Salary: Up to £52,000 DOE Hours: 45 hours per week Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time The Opportunity An established mechanical contractor is looking to recruit an experienced Welder / Pipefitter to join its growing team. This is a varied role combining workshop fabrication with site-based stainless steel pipefitting across a range of commercial projects. You'll split your time between the company's fully equipped workshop in Maidstone and customer sites throughout Kent, Sussex and Surrey, working on high-quality mechanical installations within sectors including education, healthcare and commercial office environments. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a mixture of fabrication and installation work, offering long-term stability, a strong benefits package and the chance to work on a variety of interesting projects. The Role • Carry out MIG and TIG welding within the workshop. • Fabricate stainless steel pipework and associated components. • Install and fit stainless steel pipework on commercial sites. • Read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication details. • Measure, cut, prepare and assemble pipework to specification. • Complete installation work to a high standard of quality and safety. • Work both independently and as part of a mechanical installation team. • Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment in both workshop and on-site locations. Experience Required - Previous experience as a Welder / Pipefitter. - Strong MIG and TIG welding experience. - Experience fabricating and installing stainless steel pipework. - Able to read and work from engineering drawings. - Commercial mechanical installation experience. - Full UK Driving Licence. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work. Desirable - Experience working within education, healthcare or commercial buildings. - CSCS Card. - IPAF or PASMA (advantageous but not essential). Package • Salary up to £52,000 depending on experience. • Company vehicle. • Fuel card. • Door-to-door pay. • Company pension. • Annual holiday allowance. • Ongoing training and development. • Long-term career progression. • Stable, permanent employment with a growing mechanical contractor. • overall OTE could look to be £60k - £65k