Pipefitter Supervisor

Nuclearinst; Taunton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Contributory pension

Nightshift allowance 22.5%

Job summary

Cavendish Nuclear, a leader in the UK nuclear industry, seeks a Pipefitter Supervisor for Hinkley Point C to lead piping and cabling on a major project. The role requires guiding day/night shift teams, ensuring safety and productivity on site.

The successful candidate will have relevant accreditation, experience in nuclear projects, and a strong safety culture. Competitive pay and excellent benefits accompany long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pipefitter Supervisor within an engineering project.
• Proven track record in nuclear power preferred.
• Experience working on major construction projects.
• Relevant Skills Card (where required)

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Provide & demonstrate a positive HSE front line leadership role, supporting & encouraging a positive Nuclear Safety Culture.
• Effectively guide the team to achieve high productivity while prioritising safety.
• Ensure efficient project completion, identify areas for improvement, and provide feedback.
• Effectively transmit instructions, specifications, and regulations to support optimal team performance.
• Guarantee adherence to all statutory, company, industry, and client requirements.
• Deliver the agreed work scope within the established timeframe.

Skills

Pipefitter Supervisor

Nuclear power

Major construction

Skills Card

Education

NVQ or Diploma Level 3 Relevant Discipline

Job description

Job Title: Pipefitter Supervisor
Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, Somerset
Vacancies: Multiple Positions Available

Compensation: ECSA pay rates + Excellent Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF 64916

Trade Up your career at Cavendish Nuclear as a Pipe fitter Supervisor on Dayshift or Nightshift at Hinkley Point C, with Competitive ECSA pay rates, excellent benefits & long-term career growth.

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

Want the biggest Projects? Want ECSA pay rates? Want job security? Then Trade UP to working on one of the biggest projects! 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.
• Provide & demonstrate a positive HSE front line leadership role, supporting & encouraging a positive Nuclear Safety Culture.
• Effectively guide the team to achieve high productivity while prioritising safety.
• Ensure efficient project completion, identify areas for improvement, and provide feedback.
• Effectively transmit instructions, specifications, and regulations to support optimal team performance.
• Guarantee adherence to all statutory, company, industry, and client requirements.
• Deliver the agreed work scope within the established timeframe.

You are a great fit if you have:

• Proven experience as a Pipefitter Supervisor within an engineering project.
• Proven track record in nuclear power preferred.
• Experience working on major construction projects.
• Relevant Skills Card (where required)

Qualifications

• Relevant Professional Accreditation (NVQ or Diploma Level 3 Relevant Discipline)
• Must have a CCNSG Safety Passport
• LATS, SSSTS, SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely

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.

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.

Closing Date: 04/09/2026

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