Pipefitter

Manpower UK; West of England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift allowance

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Long-term project

Career development

Job summary

Manpower UK is recruiting skilled Pipefitters to join a major energy infrastructure project in Somerset.

The role involves installing and testing complex piping systems within a highly regulated engineering environment, with day and night shifts and a 22.5% night shift allowance.

Qualifications

• 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 sites.
• Sectors: Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Thermal Power, Heavy Engineering Construction.

Responsibilities

• 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 to ensure work is carried out efficiently and to required standards.
• Supporting the successful delivery of critical mechanical systems.

Skills

Pressure pipework

Pipe installation

Outages experience

Nuclear/Oil & Gas experience

Safety consciousness

Education

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Pipework Fabrication

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pipe Welding

Marine Plumbing

Job description

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
• Thermal Power
• Heavy Engineering Construction

Essential Qualifications

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