Senior Piping Supervisor Nuclear

Vulcain Group; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bridgwater is looking for a Senior Piping Supervisor to lead site-based teams in nuclear construction. The ideal candidate has extensive piping installation experience and nuclear construction knowledge, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards on site. You will be responsible for coordinating piping teams, managing installation activities, and resolving technical issues. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Enhanced leave policies

Private medical & dental insurance

Electric vehicle scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Training & development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising piping installation activities.
• Confidence working with engineers, QA/QC, planners, and other disciplines.
• Fluency in English essential, French speaking is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate piping teams and activities, ensuring work is safely executed.
• Act as a safety and quality leader on site.
• Resolve technical and construction issues at site level.
• Oversee piping installation activities including welding and inspections.

Skills

Strong piping installation experience

Nuclear construction experience

Welding knowledge

NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) experience

Leadership skills

Fluency in English

Job description

The Position: Senior Piping Supervisor

Vulcain Engineering is supporting the delivery of large-scale nuclear construction activities in the UK and is looking for an experienced Senior Piping Supervisor to lead site-based teams.

This role suits someone with strong piping installation and quality experience who is comfortable supervising work in a highly regulated nuclear environment and working closely with engineering, QA/QC, and construction teams.

Some of the main responsibilities of the Senior Piping Supervisor will include:

• Responsible for the coordination of piping teams and activities, ensuring work is carried out safely, to specification, and in line with nuclear safety expectations.
• Ensure the delivery of work to programme, while maintaining quality, productivity and waste control.
• Act as a visible safety and quality leader on site, embedding a strong nuclear safety culture through briefings, inspections, and coaching.
• Manage workface readiness, ensuring drawings, materials, permits, lifting arrangements, and resources are in place.
• Resolve technical and construction issues at site level, escalating where required and coordinating with engineering and QA/QC teams.
• Oversee piping installation activities including welding, NDT, inspection, testing, and reinstatement.
• Interface with planning, logistics, materials, and other trades to manage interfaces and minimise disruption.
• Report progress, issues, and improvement opportunities to senior site management.

Preferred Profile

Alongside a commitment to our values of Care & Compassion, Performance, Team Spirit, and Inclusiveness, we are looking for individuals who can bring the following:

• Proven experience supervising piping installation activities on large industrial or infrastructure sites.
• Nuclear construction experience is strongly preferred; however candidates with extensive UK project exposure in oil & gas, power, or major industrial experience with recent nuclear exposure will also be considered.
• Strong understanding of welding, NDT, inspection, test packs, and quality documentation.
• Experience leading site teams and managing performance, safety, and discipline.
• Confidence working with engineers, QA/QC, planners, and other disciplines to resolve site issues.
• Fluency in English language essential, with French speaking being an advantage.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis, depending on role criticality and project needs. Many of our UK projects require high-level security clearance, meaning we can often only consider candidates with an existing, indefinite right to work in the UK. Exceptionally, we may consider visa sponsorship for applicants with niche experience aligned to our core work (e.g. EPR/nuclear new build).

We offer a competitive salary tailored to your experience and background. Whether you're earlier in your career or bring more senior-level expertise, we encourage you to apply if this role aligns with your skills, or if you're open to discussing other opportunities within this discipline.

We also offer a benefits package, both standard and enhanced, which is designed to support your wellbeing, development, and financial future, including:

• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with the ability to swap bank holidays for cultural or religious celebrations
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Neonatal Care Leave
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Private Medical & Dental Insurance
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Training & Development, including additional qualifications and accreditations relevant to your role
• Travel Insurance – for both business and personal travel
• Employee Assistance Programme

At Vulcain Engineering, we offer more than just a job, we offer a rewarding career with endless opportunities for growth and development. You'll be part of a talented team of professionals working on exciting and meaningful projects and making a real impact to the nuclear industry.

We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your talents are valued, and your contributions are recognised.

Join us in shaping the future of the nuclear industry and driving innovation to new heights. If you are ready to take on new challenges and unlock your full potential, we invite you to apply for our position.

Vulcain Engineering UK is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.

We appreciate every application. However, due to the volume we receive, we’re only able to contact candidates who are shortlisted for this role or who may be a strong fit for future opportunities.