Plastic Pipefitter

Ross-shire Engineering; Darlington; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Plastic Pipefitter in Darlington, where you will be part of a skilled team working on innovative water projects across the UK. This role offers the chance to fabricate and repair piping systems, ensuring they meet client and industry specifications. With a strong emphasis on flexibility, you will have opportunities to work both in the local fabrication workshop and on site. The company is dedicated to developing market-leading solutions for clean water technology, providing a supportive environment for your career growth. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the water industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Industry leading rate of £20.97/hour

Flexible career development path

Holiday Allowance of 31 days

Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work

Discounted National Gym Membership

Professional Fees Paid

Employee Discount Platform

Access to health professionals

Qualifications

• Time served and fully qualified in fabrication/engineering.
• Ability to operate metal forming machines and troubleshoot systems.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and maintain piping systems for various processes.
• Lay out and assemble pipework according to specifications.

Skills

Fabrication experience

Metal forming machine operation

Troubleshooting and repair

Understanding of pipework fabrication

Chemical dosing experience

Education

Time served qualification in engineering

Tools

Grinders

Pipe Benders

Die Equipment

Job description

What Are We Looking For?

Our Chemical and Biological team is looking for a Plastic Pipefitter to join our Darlington office on a permanent basis. You will be joining a team that is experienced, working on water projects across the UK.

Please note this position will require flexibility on working location, with accommodation provided by RSE.

Some of Your Key Duties Include:

1. Fabricate pipework from customer samples and/or engineer’s drawings to client & industry specifications.
2. Undertake maintenance/repair work in existing pipework systems.
3. Lay out, assemble, fabricate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair piping systems carrying water, steam, chemicals and fuel in heating, cooling, lubricating and other process piping systems.
4. Safe use of hand tools, machinery and other equipment.
5. Assist other disciplines when required.
6. Accurately record man-hours.
7. Carry out all other tasks as requested within the post holder’s appropriate skill set.
8. Opportunities to work both within our local fabrication workshop and remotely as part of our site installation teams across the UK.

What Do You Need?

1. Time served and fully qualified with experience within the fabrication/engineering industry.
2. The ability to operate a range of metal forming machines, including Grinders, Pipe Benders, and Die Equipment.
3. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the sequence of events required to fabricate and form pipework and manifolds, including site run of pipework without drawings.
4. Possession of MSRA, Manual Handling, Abrasive Wheels, and Asbestos awareness certificates is preferred but not essential. Experience in Chemical Dosing would be advantageous.
5. Full UK Driving Licence.

Who Are We?

RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market-leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater, and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK.

Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning.

Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products.

What RSE Offer

1. Industry leading rate of £20.97/per hour with overtime available.
2. A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go.
3. Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years’ service.
4. Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme.
5. Company Pension Scheme.
6. Cycle to Work.
7. Discounted National Gym Membership.
8. Professional Fees Paid.
9. Employee Discount Platform.
10. Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse.

If you’re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now.