Fabricator & Welding Technician Tankers
Location: Morley
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Why Join Us?
At TIP, we're proud to be a Great Place to Work Certified company and a true market leader in providing transportation and logistics solutions across Europe.
We offer one of the most attractive benefits packages in the industry, and here's what sets us apart:
Unbeatable Holiday Package: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, giving you 33 days off. Want even more time to relax or plan adventures? You can buy up to 4 additional days, totalling an incredible 37 days of holiday per year!
£1000 Welcome Bonus: We value your expertise and commitment, so you'll receive a £1000 joining bonus as a warm welcome to the team.
£1,000 Referral Scheme: Know a top-notch technician who'd thrive here? Refer them and earn £1,000!
Private Healthcare for You & Your Loved Ones: We invest in your health and well-being. Our private healthcare plan, a rare benefit in the industry, can be extended to cover your immediate family. We look after you and the ones you care about most.
Pension & Financial Security: We provide a solid company pension, life assurance at 3x your salary, and Group Income Protection (GIP) for long-term peace of mind.
Seasonal Rewards & Recognition: Celebrate the festive season with high street Christmas vouchers because we appreciate all you do.
What You'll Be Doing:
Execute high-precision structural repairs and modifications to a variety of pressurized and non-pressurised tanker units.
Conduct complex welding operations on thin-gauge and high-strength metals in accordance with technical specifications, engineering drawings, and welding standards.
Apply advanced fabrication techniques to manufacture or restore multi-component assemblies using industry-standard equipment (cutting, forming, and joining tools).
Interpret and work from detailed technical schematics, welding diagrams, and CAD-based fabrication plans.
Collaborate closely with mechanical fitters and engineering teams to integrate welded components with mechanical systems.
Ensure strict adherence to all internal and external compliance standards, including quality assurance protocols and safety regulations.
Complete all job-related documentation, digital reports, and inspection logs with a high level of accuracy.
Maintain an organised, clean, and efficient working environment, upholding best practices
Promote a culture of continuous improvement by actively identifying process enhancements and reporting potential technical innovations to management.
Serve as a technical point of contact for complex repair tasks and mentor junior technicians as required.
Demonstrate a high level of personal accountability, professionalism, and alignment with TIP's core values and behaviours.
Whilst the above outlines the main duties of the post the list is not exhaustive, and duties may need to change in the light of future developments or from time to time as directed by your supervisor or manager
Who We're Looking For:
Time-served Fabricator/Welder with a minimum of 5 years' experience in a heavy vehicle, tanker, or industrial fabrication environment.
Proven proficiency in various types of welding, including thin-gauge and high-tensile steel, with an in-depth understanding of metallurgy and heat-affected zones.
Strong ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, welding symbols, and technical schematics.
Demonstrated expertise in fabricating complex metal assemblies and components using both manual and powered machinery.
Working knowledge of pressure vessel integrity, structural stress factors, and repair methodologies preferred.
Proficient in the use of digital diagnostic and reporting systems; basic computer literacy is required.
Excellent attention to detail, fault-finding skills, and ability to work to fine tolerances.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a proactive, customer-centric approach.
Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment.
Take the next step in your career and become part of our exceptional team, where your hard work is rewarded, and your well-being is prioritized. Experience firsthand why TIP is a market leader and why we're Great Place to Work Certified! Apply today!
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HGV Technicians, Plant Technicians, Army Engineers, Mechanical Fitters, Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Maintenance Engineers, Heavy Equipment Fitters, Diesel Mechanics, Plant Maintenance Technicians, Plant Engineers, and Equipment Repair Technicians.
We believe diversity drives innovation. The variety of nationalities, cultures, religions and ethnic backgrounds enrich our workforce by bringing together new ideas, innovations and thinking styles that lead to business success. Integrity, honesty and ethical behavior are at the core of our business. When we have a vacancy, we welcome everyone who has the potential, skills, commitment and honest way of working into our TIP family.