Pipefitter

Rullion Managed Services; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Site-based role with no travel

Job summary

Rullion is seeking an experienced Industrial Pipe Fitter for a 6-month contract in Lincoln. The role focuses on fabrication, installation and commissioning of stainless steel tubular systems in a high‑performance industrial setting.

You will work from engineering drawings and process documentation to deliver quality mechanical installations, with a 40-hour week and a 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM shift. Overtime rates apply and safety is emphasized on site.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' Pipe Fitting experience in power stations, heavy industrial, process plant or similar environments.
• Extensive experience with stainless steel pipework and tubing systems.
• Strong pipe fabrication and installation skills.
• Proven experience using Swagelok fittings.
• NVQ Level 3 in Installing Engineering Construction Plant Systems (Pipe Fitting) or equivalent.
• Completion of a recognised apprenticeship in Pipe Fitting or related engineering discipline.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.

Responsibilities

• Bend and form tubing from "to 1" using hand tools and 1" to 3" using machine bending equipment.
• Set up and fabricate pipework assemblies.
• Tack fit pipe fabrications for welding.
• Assemble tubing and pipe systems using Swagelok fittings.
• Interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Ensure work meets specification and quality standards.
• Maintain a safe working environment and follow site procedures.

Skills

Pipe fitting experience

Stainless steel pipework

Swagelok fittings

Reading drawings & schematics

Safe working practices

Physical fitness

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Installing Engineering Construction Plant Systems (Pipe Fitting)

Recognised apprenticeship in Pipe Fitting

Tools

Swagelok fittings

Job description

Pipe Fitter - Industrial

Location: Lincoln
Contract Duration: 6-Month Contract
Hours: 40 Hours per Week
Shift Pattern: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM (Minimum 8-Hour Shift)
Pay Rate: 34.32 per hour PAYE / 46.39 per hour Umbrella
Overtime Rates: Weekdays 1.25x Weekends 1.5x

Experienced Industrial Pipe Fitter Required

We are currently seeking an experienced Industrial Pipe Fitter to join a leading engineering operation in Lincoln on a 6-month contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled tradesperson with a strong background in power generation, heavy industry, or industrial construction environments.

The successful candidate will be involved in the fabrication, installation, and assembly of stainless steel tubing and pipework systems, working from engineering drawings and process documentation to deliver high-quality mechanical installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Bending and forming tubing from:
  • " to 1" using hand tools
  • 1" to 3" using machine bending equipment
• Setting up and fabricating pipework assemblies.
• Tack fitting pipe fabrications ready for welding.
• Assembling tubing and pipe systems using Swagelok fittings.
• Interpreting and working from:
  • Engineering drawings
  • Schematics
  • P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams)
• Ensuring all work is completed to specification and quality standards.
• Maintaining a safe working environment and following site procedures.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• 5-10 years' Pipe Fitting experience within power stations, heavy industrial, process plant, or similar environments.
• Extensive experience working with stainless steel pipework and tubing systems.
• Strong pipe fabrication and installation skills.
• Proven experience using Swagelok fittings.
• NVQ Level 3 in Installing Engineering Construction Plant Systems (Pipe Fitting) or equivalent.
• Completion of a recognised apprenticeship in Pipe Fitting or a related engineering discipline.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Good understanding of safe working practices within industrial environments.
• Physical fitness and capability to undertake manual handling activities as part of the role.

Interview Process

• One-stage face-to-face interview
• Includes a practical trade test to assess technical competency

What's on Offer?

• Competitive rates:
  • 34.32 per hour PAYE
  • 46.39 per hour Umbrella
• Overtime available:
  • 1.25x Weekday Overtime
  • 1.5x Weekend Overtime
• Consistent 40-hour working week.
• Site-based role with no travel requirements.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile industrial engineering projects.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.