Nightshift Pipefitter Chargehand

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the UK nuclear industry as a Pipefitter Chargehand at Hinkley Point C. Contribute to the construction of the first 3rd generation nuclear power plant, with responsibilities including pipe fabrication and installation. This role offers competitive ECSA pay rates, a nightshift allowance, and long-term career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Contributory pension scheme

Competitive salary

Job security

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacture of small and large bore pressure piping.
• Familiarity with TARs, outages, and engineering construction sites.
• Background in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Thermal or Nuclear sectors.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble pipes using specialized tools.
• Install piping systems according to specifications.
• Test and inspect piping functionality.

Skills

Pipefitting

Safety Protocols

Installation of Pressure Pipe Work

Education

Level 3 apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pipefitting

LATS, SSSTS or SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely

CCNSG Safety Passport

Job description

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Location:

Taunton, GB, TA5 1UD

Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite

Join Cavendish Nuclear as a Pipefitter Chargehand on Nightshift at Hinkley Point C, with Competitive ECSA pay rates, 22.5% nightshift allowance, excellent benefits & long-term career growth.

Are you an experienced Pipefitter Chargehand ready for your next adventure? Cavendish Nuclear are seeking experienced Pipefitter Chargehand to join our team on the prestigious Hinkley Point C project on nightshift. This is your chance to contribute to the construction of the UK's first-ever 3rd generation nuclear power plant, shaping a sustainable future.

Want the biggest Projects? Want ECSA pay rates? Want 22.5% nightshift allowance? Want job security? JOB DONE! We are offering a competitive salary in line with ECSA pay rates and an exceptional benefits package that includes a generous holiday allowance, contributory pension scheme, and more.

The Role

• Play a pivotal role in building the UK's clean energy future.
• Work within the MEH Alliance, collaborating effectively to deliver complex piping and cabling systems.
• Fabricate and assemble pipes using specialised tools and techniques.
• Install and secure piping systems according to strict specifications.
• Test and inspect piping for functionality and adherence to standards.
• Prepare work areas, ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• To assist the Supervisor to ensure that operational methods are employed to carry out the required works.

You are a great fit if you have proven experience in the following

• Manufacture of small and large bore pressure pipe work, as well as experience in the installation of pressure pipe work, superheater headers and vessels.
• Working on TARs, outages, projects, or new builds within an engineering construction site environment including experience in one or more of the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Thermal or Nuclear sectors.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full Level 3 apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pipefitting, Pipework Fabrication, Pipe Welding or Marine Plumbing. Must have LATS, SSSTS or SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely. Must have a CCNSG Safety Passport.

Cavendish Nuclear
As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we are innovating to make nuclear safer, faster, and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group – from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together.

Disability and Diversity
We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email [e-mail] with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

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