Pipefitter

Babcock International; Tonedale; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Contributory pension scheme

Nightshift allowance 22.5%

Job summary

Cavendish Nuclear, part of the Babcock International Group, seeks skilled pipefitters to fabricate, assemble and install piping systems on high‑integrity nuclear and energy projects. You will work on TARs, outages, and new builds within demanding industrial environments, adhering to strict safety and quality standards.

Applicants should have a Level 3 apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pipefitting or related field, CCNSG Safety Passport, and hands‑on experience with pressure piping and

Qualifications

• Must hold a full Level 3 apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pipefitting, Pipework Fabrication, Pipe Welding or Marine Plumbing.
• CCNSG Safety Passport is required.
• Experience in manufacturing, installation and testing of pressure piping.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assist the Supervisor to ensure that operational methods are used to carry out works.
• Work on TARs, outages, projects, or new builds within engineering construction sites (Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Thermal or Nuclear).

Skills

Pipefitting

Pipework Fabrication

Pipe Welding

Safety Passport

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pipefitting

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Tools

Specialised tools

Job description

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., 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

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.

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.