February 2026
Location: Near Keighley, West Yorkshire
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Travel Required: Yes - UK-wide, including occasional overnight stays
H.A. McEwens are a highly respected specialist engineering company delivering high-quality workmanship across industrial and heritage sectors. Our projects combine modern engineering methods with traditional craftsmanship, offering a diverse and exciting working environment.
Due to continued growth, we are seeking a skilled Coded Stick Welder (Carbon) to join our experienced and dedicated team.
The Role
This is a varied and hands‑on position that will involve working both in our workshop near Keighley and on sites across the UK. The successful candidate will contribute to a wide range of specialist engineering projects.
Duties Will Include (but are not limited to)
* Stick welding of carbon to BS EN ISO 9606‑1 standards
* Predominantly working on Industrial and heritage boiler repairs
* Fabrication of pressure vessels
* Pipework fabrication and installation
* General fabrication and engineering work
* Boiler servicing and installations
* Mechanical fitting and assembly
This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging projects using both traditional and modern engineering techniques.
Candidate Requirements
Essential
* Have held Coding’s in stick welding (carbon) to BS EN ISO 9606‑1
* Experience in general engineering and fabrication
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
* Flexible approach to working hours and travel
* Willingness to work away from home when required
* Based within a reasonable travelling distance of Keighley, West Yorkshire
Desirable
* Experience working on boilers, pressure vessels, or pipework
* Full UK driving licence
* Personal qualities:
* Hard‑working and self‑motivated
* Reliable and punctual
* Trustworthy with a strong work ethic
* Team player with a proactive attitude
* Committed to maintaining high standards of workmanship
Why Work at McEwens?
* Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
* Overtime opportunities
* Ongoing training and development
* Opportunity to attend specialist courses
* Career progression towards becoming a highly skilled specialist welder
* The chance to work on unique and prestigious engineering projects
Important Information
This role involves physical work, regular travel across the UK, and occasional overnight stays. Please ensure you are comfortable with these requirements before applying.
Please email a covering letter and your CV to recruitment@steamboilerservices.co.uk or write to HA McEwen Boiler Repairs Ltd, Farling Top, Cowling, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD22 0NW
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