Pipefitter

AJT Engineering Ltd.; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Aberdeen City seeks a skilled individual for a full-time role in piping fabrication and assembly. The ideal candidate will have relevant trade qualifications and practical experience in an engineering environment. Responsibilities include measuring, cutting, and welding piping systems according to customer specifications, while maintaining safety standards. A comprehensive employee benefits package is offered, supporting learning and growth in a diverse workplace.

Benefits

Enhanced holidays

Auto enrolment pension with generous employer contribution

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Measure and cut, shape, and bend steel piping sections to size.
• Prep steel pipes for fabrication.
• Fabricate and assemble piping fabrications.
• Install & secure piping systems as per customer requirements.
• Undertake welding processes GTAW, SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW.
• Carry out welding processes to ISO, ASME, and AWS standards.
• Maintain a safe and tidy working environment.
• Represent the company in a professional manner.

Skills

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

Education

SVQ Level 3 or equivalent or higher

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.