Senior Craftsman

Position/Title: Senior Craftsman

Reporting To: OSM Manager

Roles and Responsibilities:

Taylor & Fraser OSM is seeking reliable and motivated Pipefitters to join our growing off-site manufacturing team. The successful candidates will assist in the fabrication and assembly of structural frames used in the manufacture of high-quality modular pipe systems for data centre projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a modern manufacturing environment with ongoing training and career progression.

Key Responsibilities

Read and interpret fabrication drawings, isometrics and GA drawings.

Measure, mark out and fit carbon steel and stainless steel pipework.

Assemble pipe modules using Unistrut and Hilti modular systems.

Install valves, flanges, fittings, supports and associated mechanical equipment.

Carry out dimensional checks to ensure modules are built within tolerance.

Work closely with welders, fabricators and quality inspectors.

Ensure all work is completed to the required quality standards.

Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Follow company Health & Safety procedures at all times.

Essential Requirements

Time-served Pipefitter or recognised mechanical apprenticeship.

Previous experience in industrial pipefitting or workshop fabrication.

Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and isometrics.

Experience working with carbon steel and stainless steel pipework.

Ability to work accurately with minimal supervision.

Strong commitment to quality and safety.

Good communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable (not essential)

Experience in steel fabrication or modular construction.

Experience in Data centre or pharmaceutical industries.

Forklift licence.

Overhead crane experience.

Abrasive Wheels certification.

Manual Handling training.

What we offer

Competitive salary (dependent on experience).

Overtime opportunities.

Company pension.

Paid holidays.

Full PPE provided.

Ongoing training and development.

Opportunities for career progression.

Modern, clean manufacturing facility.

Stable, long-term employment.