Pipefitters - Hinkley Point 'C' - Nuclear

Morson Edge; Shurton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment firm offers positions for experienced Pipefitters at the Hinkley Point C Nuclear Power Station. Responsibilities include the fabrication and installation of complex piping systems, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and specifications. Candidates should ideally have a Level 3 NVQ in Pipefitting and a CCNSG Safety Passport. This long-term role features competitive pay rates and an excellent benefits package.

Benefits

Up to 10% bonus on all hours worked

Generous holiday allowance

Contributory pension scheme

Sick pay

22.5% nightshift allowance

Qualifications

• Ideally possess a full Level 3 apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pipefitting.
• Must have a CCNSG Safety Passport, ability to pass BPSS Vetting.

Responsibilities

• Work within the MEH Alliance to deliver complex piping systems.
• Install and secure piping systems according to specifications.
• Test and inspect piping for functionality and standards.

Skills

Pipefitting

Fabrication

Safety Protocols

Inspection

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Pipefitting or related field

CCNSG Safety Passport

Job description

Role

Pipefitters – Hinkley Point C Nuclear Power Station Construction Project (Day or Nightshift)

HPC site near Bridgwater, Somerset (TA5 1UF)

Salary

£28.18/hr Monday‑Thursday 38 hrs; £39.46/hr Friday morning‑12:00 Saturday; £50.73 Midday Saturday to Sunday 12pm +22.5% nightshift allowance

Benefits

• Up to 10% bonus on all hours worked
• Generous holiday allowance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Sick pay

Accommodation

£355.67/wk

Duration

Long‑term permanent position

Start

November / December 2025

About the Opportunity

Morson Talent currently offers excellent opportunities for experienced Pipefitters with heavy industry (nuclear, power, oil and gas, marine, shipbuilding, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, rail, refineries) to join the existing site team at Hinkley Point C on a permanent basis. You will become part of the Nuclear New Build MEH Alliance at Hinkley Point C in Somerset – the UK's largest construction infrastructure project. You will join a team striving for excellence and playing a pivotal role in the delivery of complex piping and cabling systems to the nation's first‑ever 3rd Generation nuclear power plant.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assist the Supervisor to ensure that operational methods are employed to carry out the required works.

Key Experience

• Manufacture of small and large bore pressure pipe work, as well as experience in the installation of pressure pipe work, superheater headers and vessels.
• Experience 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, Power or Nuclear sectors (other sector experience could also be considered).

Qualifications

• Ideally possess a full Level 3 apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 Diploma (Lv6 in Scotland) in Pipefitting, Pipework Fabrication, Pipe Welding or Marine Plumbing, OR a Modern Apprenticeship in Heating and Ventilating Installation OR an ACE Card in Pipefitting. Other qualifications might be considered with a suitable level of experience on/in relevant projects / industries.
• Must have a CCNSG Safety Passport (not a condition of being considered / offered a role but must be obtained 2 weeks prior to starting).
• Ability to pass BPSS Vetting.

Why Join

If you want to gain unique experience on a nationally significant construction project this opportunity is for you. Our client offers excellent pay rates along with an exceptional benefits package that includes a 10% bonus, generous holiday allowance, pension scheme, sick pay, 22.5% nightshift allowance and more.