Pipefitter

Nuclear Inst; Taunton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive ECSA pay rates

Day and night shifts

Night shift allowance 22.5%

Long-term project work

Pension scheme

Training and career development

Job summary

Nuclear Inst in the United Kingdom is recruiting an experienced Pipefitter for a major energy infrastructure project in Somerset. You will install and fabricate piping systems within a highly regulated engineering environment, contributing to a landmark project with long-term work and excellent career prospects.

The role offers day and night shifts with a 22.5% Night Shift Allowance, generous holiday entitlement, contributory pension, and ongoing training and development opportunities to support

Qualifications

• Full Level 3 Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pipefitting or pipework fabrication.
• Experience with pressure pipework installation and superheater headers.
• Experience on outages, shutdowns, major projects or new-build sites.
• Sectors: Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Thermal Power, Heavy Engineering Construction.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble pipework using specialist tools and techniques.
• Install and secure piping systems in line with detailed specifications.
• Test and inspect pipework to ensure quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to support project delivery.
• Prepare work areas and maintain health and safety procedures.
• Assist Supervisors to ensure work is carried out efficiently and to standards.
• Support the successful delivery of critical mechanical systems.

Skills

Pipefitting

Pipework fabrication

Installation

Health & safety

Education

Level 3 Apprenticeship

NVQ Level 3 in Pipefitting

NVQ Level 3 in Pipework Fabrication

NVQ Level 3 in Pipe Welding

Job description

Major Energy Infrastructure Project | Somerset Are you an experienced Pipefitter looking to join one of the UK's most significant engineering and construction projects?

We are recruiting skilled Pipefitters to work on a major energy infrastructure project in Somerset. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a landmark project while benefiting from industry-leading rates, long-term work, and excellent career prospects.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive ECSA pay rates
• A structured shift pattern comprising both day and night shifts
• 22.5% Night Shift Allowance for all night shifts worked
• Long-term project work with excellent job security
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Opportunity to work on a nationally significant engineering project
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

The Role

As a Pipefitter, you will play a key role in the installation and assembly of complex piping systems within a highly regulated engineering and construction environment. Key responsibilities include:

• Fabricating and assembling pipework using specialist tools and techniques.
• Installing and securing piping systems in line with detailed specifications.
• Testing and inspecting pipework to ensure quality, safety, and compliance standards are met.
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support project delivery.
• Preparing work areas and maintaining strict adherence to health and safety procedures.
• Assisting Supervisors in ensuring work is carried out efficiently and to the required standards.
• Supporting the successful delivery of critical mechanical systems.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in the manufacture of small and large bore pressure pipework.
• Experience in the installation of pressure pipework, superheater headers, and vessels.
• Previous experience working on outages, shutdowns, major projects, or new-build engineering construction sites.
• Experience within one or more of the following sectors:
  • Nuclear
  • Oil & Gas
  • Petrochemical
  • Thermal Power
  • Heavy Engineering Construction

Essential Qualifications

• Full Level 3 Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 Diploma in:
  • Pipefitting
  • Pipework Fabrication
  • Pipe Welding
  • Marine Plumbing
• Valid CCNSG Safety Passport