Industrial Plumber - Manchester

Hippo Staffing Solutions; Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Industrial Plumber to join a respected local employer in Manchester. The role involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing and mechanical systems in various industrial environments. Ideal candidates should possess strong pipefitting and welding skills, relevant trade qualifications, and the ability to read technical drawings. A competitive salary between £38,000 and £40,000 is offered, along with overtime opportunities and a company vehicle.

Benefits

Salary: £38,000 – £40,000 DOE

Overtime opportunities

Company vehicle

Pension and holiday package

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an industrial plumber or mechanical pipefitter.
• Competent in welding and brazing (TIG / MIG desirable).
• Understanding of health & safety and safe systems of work.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair industrial and commercial plumbing systems.
• Carry out pipefitting, welding, and fabrication.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with regulations.

Skills

Welding

Pipefitting

Interpret technical drawings

Health & Safety compliance

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing / Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CSCS or JIB card

Full UK driving licence

Job description

About the Role

Hippo Staffing is recruiting on behalf of our client — a well-established industrial and mechanical services contractor based in Manchester.

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Plumber with strong welding and pipefitting skills to join their growing team. The successful candidate will work across a range of industrial, commercial, and plant environments, carrying out installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing and mechanical systems to a high standard of safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair industrial and commercial plumbing systems.
• Carry out pipefitting, welding, and fabrication (predominantly stainless steel and mild steel).
• Work with heating, water, and process pipework systems.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with site procedures and regulations.
• Collaborate effectively with other trades and site supervisors.
• Conduct testing, fault finding, and commissioning as required.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an industrial plumber or mechanical pipefitter.
• Competent in welding and brazing (TIG / MIG desirable).
• Willing to undertake frequent travel with some overnight stays.
• Understanding of health & safety and safe systems of work.
• Relevant trade qualifications (e.g. NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing / Mechanical Engineering or equivalent).
• CSCS or JIB card preferred.Full UK driving licence.
• Must be based in or around Manchester.

Benefits

• Salary: £38,000 – £40,000 DOE
• Overtime opportunities.
• Company vehicle.
• Pension and holiday package.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Stable, long-term position with a respected local employer.

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced industrial plumber with welding skills looking for a solid role in the Manchester area, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Hippo Staffing for more information