Pipefitter

Apex M&E Solutions Ltd; City Of London; In loco; GBP 50.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Van & fuel card (personal use)

Pension

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Overtime opportunities

Development & training opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Apex M&E Solutions Ltd in London is seeking a Commercial Pipefitter / Mechanical Installations Engineer to deliver commercial pipework installations, maintenance and commissioning across district heating and energy infrastructure projects.

You will manage end-to-end from site assessment to handover; require strong experience with copper, steel and plastic pipework, CSCS card, driving licence, and be prepared for site-based, Monday–Friday work with a competitive £50k-£55k salary plus a £6k KPI

Competenze

• Experience with commercial heating, LTHW, CHW, or district heating systems.
• CSCS card held or able to obtain one.
• Full UK driving licence.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing & Heating or Mechanical Engineering desirable.

Mansioni

• Carry out commercial pipework installations, modifications, repairs, and upgrades across heating, chilled water, and mechanical systems.
• Install and modify medium and large diameter commercial pipework systems.
• Work across Copper, Carbon steel, Stainless steel and Plastic pipe systems.
• Oversee jointing methods including Press-fit, Threaded, Soldered/brazed, and Flanged connections.
• Conduct valve replacements, pipework modifications, bypasses, flushing points and pumping equipment.
• Support plant room modifications and heating network upgrades.
• Own projects from survey through to handover and communicate progress and risks.

Conoscenze

Commercial pipefitting

Mechanical installations

District heating systems

Heat meter installation

CSCS card

Full UK Driving Licence

Formazione

NVQ 2/3 in Plumbing & Heating or Mechanical Engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Commercial Pipefitter on behalf of a specialist utility services company who provide installation, maintenance, metering and billing services to customers throughout the Uk.

Operating for over 15 years now, they are a fast growing reputable company with over 115 employees. They are an award-winning heat network services provider.

The Commercial Pipefitter / Mechanical Installations Engineer is a senior field-based role responsible for the delivery of commercial mechanical pipework installations, modifications, maintenance, and commissioning support across district heating, plant room, metering, and energy infrastructure projects.

The role requires a highly competent and self-sufficient engineer with strong experience across commercial pipework systems, including steel, copper, and plastic pipe installations across medium and large diameter commercial systems. The successful candidate will take ownership of projects from initial site assessment and scoping through to installation, testing, commissioning support, documentation, and handover.

This is a permanent position, covering London, working Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week. The basic salary is paying £50k - £55k per annum depending on experience. They also offer a £6k KPI related bonus - up to £1500 is paid quarterly. Other perks include van & fuel card which can be used for personal use, pension, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, overtime and Development & training opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Carry out commercial pipework installations, modifications, repairs, and upgrades across heating, chilled water, and mechanical systems.
• Install and modify medium and large diameter commercial pipework systems.
• Work competently across a variety of pipe materials including: Copper, Carbon steel, Stainless steel and Plastic pipe systems.
• Carry out and oversee a variety of jointing methods including: Press-fit systems, Threaded pipework, Soldered/brazed joints and Flanged connections.
• Undertake valve replacements, pipework modifications, bypass arrangements, flushing points, strainers, pumps, and associated mechanical components.
• Support plant room modifications and heating network infrastructure upgrades.
• Independently scope, plan, and deliver commercial-sized mechanical installations and pipework amendments.
• Assess site requirements and specify all labour, materials, fittings, plant, tooling, access equipment, and consumables required to complete works.
• Take full end-to-end ownership of allocated projects from survey through to completion and handover.
• Liaise with Project Managers and Field Operations management to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to specification.
• Carry out site surveys and technical assessments.
• Ensure all works are completed in line with: Health & Safety legislation, Company procedures, Site RAMS, Industry standards and best practices.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and professionalism on all sites.
• Carry out reactive and planned plant room maintenance activities where required.
• Communicate effectively with clients, residents, contractors, and internal teams.
• Provide regular updates on progress, risks, delays, and technical issues.
• Manage van stock, tools, equipment, and materials responsibly.

Skills & Attributes

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing & Heating or Mechanical Engineering desirable.
• Strong commercial pipefitting and mechanical installation experience.
• Proven experience working on commercial heating, LTHW, CHW, or district heating systems.
• Strong experience working on medium and large diameter commercial pipework systems.
• Heat meter installation experience highly advantageous, particularly DN100 flanged meters.
• Must hold CSCS card (or able to get one).
• Full UK Driving Licence.