Location: Salford (with UK site work)
Division: Site Services
Employment Type: Permanent
Hourly rate: Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits

About Langfields

Langfields is a long-established engineering and manufacturing business with a strong reputation for delivering high-integrity fabrication and welding solutions to some of the UK’s most demanding industries. Operating across sectors such as nuclear, hydrogen, chemical processing, energy and renewables, Langfields combines traditional craftsmanship with modern welding technology and exacting quality standards.

Our Site Services division delivers planned and reactive site works, including shutdowns, turnarounds, mechanical installations and on-site fabrication, supporting critical industrial facilities across the UK.

The Role

We are looking to recruit a permanent Pipefitter/Welder to join our Site Services team, based from our Salford facility. The successful candidate will carry out pipefitting and TIG welding activities on customer sites. When not deployed on site, you will be seconded to our Salford workshop, supporting fabrication and manufacturing activities.

This role offers a balance of site-based work and workshop fabrication, making it ideal for a skilled tradesperson seeking long-term stability while still working on varied and technically challenging projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out pipefitting and welding activities on industrial sites and in the Salford workshop

• Perform high-quality TIG welding, including tacking and full welds, in line with approved procedures

• Read and interpret isometric drawings, fabrication drawings and weld specifications

• Measure up existing pipework on site and produce accurate sketches for fabrication

• Work with a range of materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, duplex and nickel alloys

• Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety and quality at all times

• Comply with site HSE requirements and Langfields quality systems

Ideal Candidate

• Time-served Pipefitter with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification

• Able to read and understand isometric drawings

• Experienced working with carbon steels, stainless steels, duplex steels and nickel alloys

• Capable of measuring up existing pipework and producing sketches for fabrication

• Competent in tacking and welding using the TIG process

• Previous or current welding codings (e.g. ASME IX) are highly desirable

• Safety-conscious, reliable and able to work effectively as part of a site and workshop team

• Based within a commutable distance of Salford

What We Offer

• Permanent employment with a well-established engineering company

• A mix of site work and workshop-based fabrication

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunities to work on technically challenging and high-integrity projects

• Supportive team environment with a strong focus on quality and safety

If you feel you fit the profile listed above, please apply by submitting an up to date copy of your CV.

Company: Langfields

Location: Salford

About Langfields: Langfields are the engineering partner of choice for the design and manufacture of high-integrity products for the hydrogen, renewable, nuclear, defence and other process industries. Providing technical solutions to help achieve a sustainable future, Langfields has multiple facilities spread throughout the UK including Salford, Dunfermline, Tamworth, Thurso, Halkirk, Warrington and Worksop. 

Position Overview: We are currently seeking a skilled Fabricator to join our team in Salford. The ideal candidate will be experienced in metal fabrication techniques, possess a keen eye for detail, and demonstrate a strong work ethic. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of projects, contribute to the fabrication process from start to finish, and collaborate with a talented team of professionals.

Responsibilities:

• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to fabricate metal components accurately.
• Use a range of tools and equipment, including cutting, bending, and welding machinery, to shape and assemble materials.
• Ensure the quality and precision of fabricated components through careful measurement and inspection.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to optimize production processes and meet project deadlines.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines at all times.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Fabricator or similar role, with expertise in metal fabrication techniques.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong practical skills in using fabrication tools and equipment, such as welding machines, grinders, and drills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality workmanship.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Relevant qualifications or certifications in fabrication and welding (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds) are advantageous but not essential.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rates and Overtime rates available.
• Opportunities for career development and training.
• A supportive work environment that values teamwork and innovation.
• Access to a range of employee benefits, including pension contributions and holiday allowance.

How to Apply: If you are a skilled Fabricator looking for a rewarding opportunity to join a dynamic engineering company, we would love to hear from you. Please click Apply and submit an up to date copy of your CV.

Langfields is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Location: Dunfermline (with UK site work)
Division: Site Services
Employment Type: Permanent
Hourly rate: Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits

About Langfields

Langfields is a well-established engineering and manufacturing business with a heritage spanning over a century. We specialise in high-integrity fabrication, welding and site services for highly regulated and technically demanding industries including nuclear, hydrogen, chemical processing, energy and renewables.

Our Site Services division supports customers nationwide, delivering planned and reactive site works, shutdowns, turnarounds and on-site welding solutions. When not deployed to site, personnel are integrated into our regional workshops to maintain continuity of work and skill development.

The Role

We are seeking a permanent Coded Welder to join our Site Services team, based from our Dunfermline facility. The role will involve working on customer sites across the UK, carrying out high-quality coded welding activities. When not required on site, the successful candidate will be based at our Dunfermline workshop, supporting fabrication and manufacturing operations.

This role is ideal for an experienced coded welder looking for long-term stability while continuing to work on varied, high-specification projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out coded welding activities on site and within the Dunfermline workshop

• Weld to approved WPS and quality standards across a range of industrial applications

• Work across multiple welding processes, materials and positions

• Contribute to the fabrication and repair of pressure-retaining and structural components

• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and workmanship

• Comply with all site HSE requirements and Langfields quality systems

Ideal Candidate

• Time-served Welder with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification

• Competent in TIG, MMA, FCAW and MIG welding processes

• Experience welding a variety of materials including carbon steels, stainless steels, duplex steels and nickel alloys, in multiple welding positions

• Previous welding codings to ASME IX and EN standards (current codings desirable but not essential)

• Proven experience working on pressure vessels, pipework, steelwork and heat exchangers

• Strong understanding of welding procedures, quality requirements and traceability

• Safety-conscious, reliable and able to work effectively as part of a site and workshop team

• Based within a commutable distance of Dunfermline

What We Offer

• Permanent employment with a respected engineering business

• A mix of site-based work and workshop fabrication

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunities to work on complex, high-integrity projects across multiple sectors

• Supportive working environment with a strong emphasis on safety and quality

If you feel that you fit the profile above, then please apply by submitting an up to date copy of your CV.