Pipefitter

Cavendish Nuclear; Taunton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Contributory pension

Nightshift allowance 22.5%

Job summary

Cavendish Nuclear is recruiting a Pipefitter for the Hinkley Point C project, with day or night shifts on a permanent basis. You will join a team delivering complex piping systems, fabricating components and installing pipes to exact specifications.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to project standards, and collaboration within the MEH Alliance to support the UK's energy infrastructure and long-term decarbonisation goals.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pipefitting or related piping disciplines.
• Experience with pipe fabrication, installation and testing on industrial piping systems.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble pipes using specialised tools
• Install and secure piping systems per exact specifications
• Test and inspect piping performance and safety compliance
• Prepare work areas and follow safety procedures
• Assist Supervisor to ensure work methods meet project requirements

Skills

Pipefitting

Fabrication

Installation

Safety compliance

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pipefitting

Tools

Measuring tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Job Title: Pipefitter

Compensation: ECSA pay rates + Excellent Benefits

Role Type: Full time / Permanent

Role ID: SF64476

Ready to Trade Up? Join Cavendish Nuclear as a Pipefitter on Dayshift or Nightshift at Hinkley Point C and access competitive ECSA pay rates, enhanced overtime rates (when available) excellent benefits, and long-term career growth.

Are you an experienced Pipefitter ready for your next adventure? Cavendish Nuclear are seeking experienced Day Shift and Night Shift Pipefitter to join our team on the prestigious Hinkley Point C project. This is your chance to contribute to the construction of the UK's first-ever 3rd generation nuclear power plant, shaping a sustainable future.

What is in it for me?

Want the biggest Projects? Want ECSA pay rates? Want job security? Trade up. We are offering a competitive salary in line with ECSA pay rates and an exceptional benefits package that includes a generous holiday allowance, contributory pension scheme, 22,5% nightshift allowance and more.

The Role

• Play a pivotal role in building the UK's clean energy future.
• Work within the MEH Alliance, collaborating effectively to deliver complex piping and cabling systems.
• Fabricate and assemble pipes using specialised tools and techniques.
• Install and secure piping systems according to strict specifications.
• Test and inspect piping for functionality and adherence to standards.
• Prepare work areas, ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• To assist the Supervisor to ensure that operational methods are employed to carry out the required works.

You are a great fit if you have proven experience in the following

• Manufacture of small and large bore pressure pipe work, as well as experience in the installation of pressure pipe work, superheater headers and vessels.
• Working on TARs, outages, projects, or new builds within an engineering construction site environment including experience in one or more of the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Thermal or Nuclear sectors.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full Level 3 apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pipefitting, Pipework Fabrication, Pipe Welding or Marine Plumbing. Must have a CCNSG Safety Passport

Cavendish Nuclear

As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we are innovating to make nuclear safer, faster, and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group - from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together.

Disability and Diversity

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email [e-mail] with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

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