Pipe Welder

Job ID: 30668
Position - Pipe Welder
Location - Wilton, Redcar 
Project -Shutdown 
Duration - 3 Weeks 
Start - 05 September 2026

About the Role

Wood is seeking experienced Shutdown Pipe Welders to support a planned outage based onsite in Teesside.

This is a hands-on role suited to highly skilled welders with proven experience working within fast-paced shutdown environments, carrying out high-quality welding on critical plant equipment and piping systems. Particular emphasis is placed on experience welding boiler tubes, pressure systems, and high-integrity pipework using TIG and MMA welding processes.

Candidates must be safety-focused, quality-driven, and comfortable working in demanding environments, including confined spaces and at height, while delivering work to tight shutdown schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality TIG and MMA welding on carbon and stainless-steel pipework.
• Perform welding activities during planned shutdowns, turnarounds, and outage campaigns.
• Weld and repair boiler tubes, superheater tubes, pressure parts, and associated pipework.
• Complete maintenance, replacement, and repair work on critical plant systems.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, weld procedures, and technical specifications.
• Ensure all welding activities comply with project quality requirements and inspection standards.
• Work safely within permit-controlled environments, including confined spaces and working at height.
• Support pressure system repairs and modifications during shutdown periods.
• Maintain welding equipment and consumables to a high standard.
• Adhere to all site safety rules, procedures, and risk control measures

About You

You are an experienced Pipe Welder with a strong background in industrial shutdowns, power generation, energy, petrochemical, or heavy process environments. You have proven experience welding boiler tubes and high-integrity pipework and can consistently produce work to the highest quality standards under demanding outage schedules.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Pipe Welder supporting shutdowns, outages, or turnaround projects.
• Extensive TIG and MMA welding experience on carbon and stainless-steel pipework.
• Demonstrable experience welding and repairing boiler tubes and pressure systems.
• Experience working on high-integrity pipework within industrial or energy facilities.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, welding procedures, and specifications.
• Confined Space and Working at Height experience.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplined shutdown team.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including overtime, weekends, and night shifts where required.