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Pipe Fitters, Sheet Metal or Plate Fabricators

TN United Kingdom

Portsmouth

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Pipe Fitters, Sheet Metal Workers, or Plate Fabricators to join their expanding team in the military and defense sector. This permanent position offers attractive salaries, shift allowances, and the potential for paid overtime. Successful candidates will engage in the fitting, maintenance, and testing of pipes and structures on large military platforms, all while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. Flexible working arrangements are available, allowing for a balanced work-life integration. If you have the required qualifications and skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in a rewarding field.

Benefits

Flexible Working
Paid Overtime
Shift Allowance
Professional Development
Annual Incentives
Share Incentives Plans

Qualifications

  • Must have completed an NVQ 3 level qualification or apprenticeship.
  • Experience in Oil and Gas, Marine, or Heavy Industry is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure safe systems of work are conducted and report any incidents.
  • Read and interpret mechanical/pipe drawings for fabrication.
  • Install and evaluate pipework for various systems.

Skills

Pipe Fabrication
Mechanical Drawing Interpretation
Brazing
Welding
Hand Tool Proficiency
Safety Compliance

Education

NVQ Level 3 Qualification
Apprenticeship

Tools

Guillotines
Rolling Machines
Drilling Machines
Folding Machines
Grinders

Job description

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Pipe Fitters, Sheet Metal or Plate Fabricators, Portsmouth
Client:

Jonathan Lee Recruitment

Location:

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

4b1eaed429d5

Job Views:

2

Posted:

13.04.2025

Expiry Date:

28.05.2025

Job Description:

Pipe Fitters, Sheet Metal Workers or Plate Fabricators – Military and Defence Sector

Southampton Area - Permanent – Attractive + Shift Allowance and Paid Overtime (If Applicable)

Multiple Pipe Fitters, Sheet Metal Workers or Plate Fabricators are required for an international Defence and Weapons Systems Company that is expanding their team. Flexible working arrangements are available for these positions, and they come with Paid Overtime and a Shift Allowance if Shifts are Required.

The Pipe Fitters, Sheet Metal Workers or Plate Fabricators will be part of the Fitting Teams and will report to a Team Leader. They will be involved in the Fitting, Maintenance and Testing of Pipes, Structures and Equipment on Large Military and Defence Platforms.

The opportunities have good salaries and very good company benefits on offer for the right people, and you will be working alongside many like-minded professionals within a supportive and dynamic team environment.

There is flexibility with your working hours, depending on your role and location. This could include accruing hours as well as flexibility around start and finish times, ensuring you can balance life at work, on site and life at home.

Key Duties and Responsibilities for the Pipe Fitters, Sheet Metal Workers or Plate Fabricators
  • Ensure safe systems of work are conducted
  • Read/Interpret Mechanical/Pipe Drawings
  • Pipe fabrication in different types of materials
  • Braze both silver and soft solder to class 1 standards
  • Evaluate pipework on completion of manufacture
  • Install pipework into various systems
Sheet Metal Worker and Plater Fabricator
  • Understand and follow written and/or oral instructions.
  • Have all the basic hand skills, i.e., burning & chamfering of various gauges and types of plate.
  • Experienced in the use of Guillotines, rolling machines, drilling machines, folding machines.
  • Tack welding (Training/Qualification can be provided).
  • Accurate marking off using measuring tools, being familiar with the use of straight edges.
  • Use of Spirit levels, set squares, chalk/string lines, plumb bobs, etc.
  • Ability to accurately mark out sheet plate/extrusions.
  • Correct use of grinders and associated consumables whilst adhering to the HAVS regulations.
  • Bending and forming of various gauges and types of plate.
  • Understanding of Q.C inspection or process experience.
  • Ensure all tools and equipment that are used are suitable, fit for purpose and in date for any inspection required.
  • Report all accidents, incidents and near misses via the appropriate reporting tool.
  • Be competent in using a wide range of hand tools and equipment.
Key Skills/Experience/Quals Required for Pipe Fitters, Sheet Metal Workers or Plate Fabricators
  • Must have completed an NVQ 3 level qualification or apprenticeship.
  • Oil and Gas, Marine, Heavy Industry, Rolling Stock is desirable but will look at most trades.
  • Able to and knowledge of working in confined spaces & working at height.
  • Marine or offshore experience is an advantage.
  • Share Incentives Plans if Eligible
  • Flexible Working
  • Professional Development and Career Diversification
  • Annual Incentives Maybe Also Available

**The successful candidates must satisfy UK security clearance (SC) requirements – including the last 5 – 10 years continual UK residency due to the projects and products involved**

If you feel you meet the requirements for the role of the Pipe Fitters, Sheet Metal Workers or Plate Fabricators then apply directly or contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment. Either Direct Line 01384 446127 or Email suitable MS Word CV’s to [emailprotected]

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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