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Pipefitter
BAE SystemsPort Glasgow, Renfrewshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 3 Mar 2026
Quick Overview
Salary
£38.7k/yr
Work Type
On Site
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
Pipefitter | Port Glasgow, United Kingdom | On-site | £38,662 + 33% Shift Allowance
This employer is a globally recognised leader in advanced technology solutions for the defence, aerospace, and security sectors. They foster a people-first environment where innovation and progress are at the forefront. Join their esteemed team and contribute to shaping a safer future.
The Role
• Fabricate and install pipework systems of varying sizes using diverse materials including copper, cuni, carbon steel, and stainless steel.
• Utilize hand tools and mechanical equipment for cutting, bending, welding, and installing pipes.
• Install essential utilities aboard vessels, such as sinks, showers, and toilets.
• Assemble and install fittings, valves, and related components according to technical drawings and specifications.
• Collaborate with other trades to ensure efficient and accurate project completion.
• Adhere strictly to all safety regulations and company procedures.
What You'll Need
• Possess a Modern Apprenticeship or Trade Papers (SVQ3, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification).
• Proven experience in pipe manufacturing and installation, including proficiency with necessary tools and equipment on major projects.
• Solid understanding of pipefitting methods, safe working practices, and trade-standard techniques.
• Ability to interpret and work from engineering drawings, pipework diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of SHE, COSHH, and risk assessment requirements with consistent application.
• Previous experience as a Pipefitter or in a similar trade within an industrial or commercial setting.
What's On Offer
• Competitive salary of £38,662, plus a 33% shift allowance where applicable.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile defence projects and prestigious naval shipbuilding programmes.
• Supportive culture with a strong sense of shared purpose and commitment to employee well-being.
• Prospects for lifelong learning and career growth within a forward-thinking organisation.
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Skills
Risk Assessment
SAFe
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