Pipefitter

AJT Engineering; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering firm in Aberdeen City is seeking a reliable individual for a full-time role in piping fabrication and welding. Key responsibilities include measuring, cutting, and assembling steel piping, while adhering to safety standards. The ideal candidate will have an SVQ Level 3 qualification and practical experience in an engineering environment. The role emphasizes teamwork and effective communication skills, with no relocation or remote options available.

Benefits

Enhanced holidays

Auto enrolment pension with generous employer contribution

Qualifications

• Quick to learn and self-motivated.
• Detail-oriented with strong focus and accuracy.
• Flexible for overtime, weekends, and night shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Measure and cut steel piping to size as required.
• Fabricate and assemble piping fabrications.
• Maintain a safe and tidy working environment.

Skills

Adaptability

Reading engineering drawings

Accurate measurement

Proficient with hand/power tools

Pipe alignment

Time management

Effective communication

Education

SVQ Level 3 or equivalent in relevant trade qualification

Tools

Calibrated tools

Pipefitting equipment

Job description

Join our growing team! We're looking for a skilled and reliable individual to survey, fabricate, weld (if qualified) and assemble piping fabrications safely and responsibly. This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic business committed to quality and growth.

Main Responsibilities

• Measure and cut / shape / bend steel piping sections to size / tolerance as required.
• Prep steel pipes for fabrication as required.
• Fabricate and assemble piping fabrications.
• Install & secure using supports / brackets piping systems as per customer requirements.
• Undertake welding processes GTAW, SMAW, GMAW and FCAW in various positions (As Qualified).
• Carry out welding processes to ISO, ASME and AWS standards (As Qualified).
• Tack weld pipework fabrications (Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Duplex, Cunifer and Aluminium).
• Maintain a safe and tidy working environment and make appropriate use of PPE at all times.
• Work to the requirements of CDM regulations 2015 when applicable.
• Work to HSE ACOPs, customer rules & specifications, company work instructions and route cards at all times.
• Represent the company in a professional manner at all times.
• Carry out any other reasonable task / activities as requested by Manager or delegate.

Skills and Abilities

• Quick to learn, adaptable, and self-motivated.
• Skilled in reading engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Accurate measurement using calibrated tools.
• Proficient with hand/power tools and pipefitting equipment.
• Strong pipe alignment, fitting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with strong focus and accuracy.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Effective communicator with strong English and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working at height, in confined spaces, and away from home.
• Flexible for overtime, weekends, and night shifts as needed.

Preferred Knowledge and Experience

• Minimum SVQ Level 3 or equivalent or higher in relevant trade qualification.
• Practical experience working in an engineering environment working with hand and power tools.
• Experience working on CDM worksites.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 45001.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Knowledge of hydrostatic and pneumatic testing procedures.

Working Hours: This is a full-time role based on 38 hours per week.

Relocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocation.

Remote Type: There is no remote or hybrid working available for this role.

At AJT, we provide an excellent employee benefits package including enhanced holidays and auto enrolment pension with a generous employer contribution.

We support our people to learn and grow and we believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.