Senior Mechanical Pipefitting Specialist – Live Plant

SPN; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Aureos is seeking a Senior Mechanical Craftsperson in Plymouth at the Devonport Dockyard to lead pipefitting and installation activities on mechanical systems. The role covers freshwater and general service pipework, involving carbon steel, ductile iron, concrete-lined and stainless steel components, with a focus on safety and quality.

Working within a live, controlled environment, you will supervise craft personnel, interpret complex drawings, and ensure installations meet technical and RAMS

Qualifications

• Recognised mechanical engineering/pipefitting apprenticeship or equivalent trade experience.
• Site safety qualifications.
• Ability to obtain Devonport Dockyard security clearance/access.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical pipefitting, installation and modification work.
• Install, modify, repair and maintain freshwater, domestic water and general service pipework systems.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, pipework isometrics, layouts, specifications, and site instructions.
• Carry out pipe cutting, preparation, jointing, bolting, flange assembly, and mechanical connections.
• Undertake installation of stainless-steel and other specialist pipework systems in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.

Skills

Pipefitting

Industrial pipework

Carbon steel

Ductile iron

Stainless steel

Drawings reading

Safety compliance

Leadership

Education

Apprenticeship in mechanical engineering

Job description

Aureos is seeking a Senior Mechanical Craftsperson in Plymouth at the Devonport Dockyard to lead pipefitting and installation activities on mechanical systems. The role covers freshwater and general service pipework, involving carbon steel, ductile iron, concrete-lined and stainless steel components, with a focus on safety and quality.

Working within a live, controlled environment, you will supervise craft personnel, interpret complex drawings, and ensure installations meet technical and RAMS