Pipefitters - Nuclear

Employment Solutions Limited; Chester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking skilled Pipefitters for a permanent role in Deeside, supporting the UK's Nuclear New Build programme. You'll work on high-spec pipework in a modern facility, ensuring compliance with stringent quality and safety standards while collaborating with a professional team.

Benefits

Premium overtime rates

Uncapped bonus scheme

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience working in regulated industries such as nuclear or oil & gas.
• Experience working with TIG processes for tacking is desirable.
• Willingness to undergo BPSS screening.

Responsibilities

• Fit and tack weld carbon / stainless steel pipe spools.
• Work in accordance with nuclear industry standards and site-specific QHSE policies.
• Support less experienced colleagues with training and mentoring.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Strong understanding of safety and quality systems

Strong team player

Education

Recognised pipefitting apprenticeship (ECITB, CITB, NASEC)

Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Construction Pipework

Job description

We're looking for Pipefitters in Deeside, North Wales

£24.00 per hour (PAYE)

Working hours: Monday-Thursday: 07:30-15:30 and Friday: 07:30-12:30

We are recruiting skilled Pipefitters to join our specialist fabrication team at a newly established, purpose-built facility in Deeside, supporting the UK's Nuclear New Build programme.

This is a long-term, permanent opportunity to work on high-spec pipework and precision fabrications for some of the most highly regulated environments in the UK.

The Role:

Tasks include interpreting fabrication drawings, preparing and assembling pipework components, tacking and ensuring all work meets stringent quality, health, safety and environmental (QHSE) procedures.

You will collaborate closely with experienced welders and support staff as part of a professional, high-performing team.

Responsibilities:

• Fit and tack weld carbon / stainless steel pipe spools
• Work in accordance with nuclear industry standards and site-specific QHSE policies
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and safety standards
• Report hazards, anomalies, or non-conformances to the Team Leader
• Support less experienced colleagues with training and mentoring
• Take part in continuous improvement and HSEQ initiatives

What We Offer:

• £24.00 per hour (PAYE)
• Premium overtime rates
• Uncapped bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme

Key Requirements:

• Recognised pipefitting apprenticeship (ECITB, CITB, NASEC) or Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Construction Pipework
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience working in regulated industries such as nuclear or oil & gas.
• Strong understanding of safety and quality systems
• Experience working with TIG processes for tacking is desirable.
• Strong team player with a proactive, safety-first mindset
• Willingness to undergo BPSS screening
• Valid CCNSG / CSCS card is preferred.

Be part of a professional, friendly team in a modern facility, purpose-built to support the demands of high-integrity welding work in Nuclear.

Click apply now or contact Dean Carthy at Employment Solutions for full details.