Plumber Pipefitter

Branta Recruitment Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Branta Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Commercial Plumber / Pipefitter for an immediate start on a fast-paced commercial contract in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role focuses on copper pipework fabrication, press-fit/crimp systems and heating/water distribution across commercial sites, with weekend shifts required.

You will install copper pipework, measure and cut, bend, thread, and connect plant room headers, working with site supervisors to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• CSCS Card required.
• Asbestos Awareness.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing & Heating or Pipefitting.
• Willingness to work mandatory weekend shifts.
• Experience in commercial press-fit copper pipework installation.

Responsibilities

• Installing copper pipework using press-fit / crimp tools across commercial heating, hot/cold water, and secondary systems.
• Measuring, cutting, bending, and threading/crimping pipework to exact specifications.
• Executing commercial pipefitting runs, valve sets, and plant room header connections.
• Working efficiently alongside site supervisors and mechanical teams to hit project deadlines.

Skills

Press-fit copper pipework

Crimp tools

Commercial plumbing

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing/Heating or Pipefitting

Tools

Press-fit tools

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Commercial Plumber / Pipefitter for an immediate start on a fast-paced commercial contract in Newcastle upon Tyne.

The project involves commercial refurbishment and M&E installation works, focusing heavily on pipework fabrication, crimp copper systems, and commercial heating/water distribution.

Key Responsibilities

• Installing copper pipework using press-fit / crimp tools across commercial heating, hot/cold water, and secondary systems.
• Measuring, cutting, bending, and threading/crimping pipework to exact specifications.
• Executing commercial pipefitting runs, valve sets, and plant room header connections.
• Working efficiently alongside site supervisors and mechanical teams to hit project deadlines.

Requirements

• CSCS Card
• Asbestos Awareness
• Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Plumbing & Heating or Pipefitting.
• Flexibility: Willingness and availability to work mandatory weekend shifts.
• Experience: Strong track record in commercial press-fit copper pipework installation and commercial site environments.

This role is initially 2-3 weeks work but could continue working beyond on other roles if successful