Pipefitter

Murphy Group; Golborne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and construction company in England seeks a Pipefitter with a Modern Apprenticeship certificate and relevant experience. Duties include fabricating, installing, and pressure testing small-bore pipework, while adhering to safety regulations. Candidates must demonstrate strong knowledge of pipefitting techniques, the ability to interpret technical specifications, and experience with Swagelok fittings. The role offers competitive benefits including 30 days holiday and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Time and a half after 39 hours

30 days holiday

Opportunities for advancement

Health and safety-focused work environment

Further training provided

Qualifications

• Experience using associated equipment in pipe manufacture and installation.
• Proven experience as a pipefitter in industrial or commercial environments.
• Current knowledge of SHE, COSHH, and Risk Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, install, and pressure test small-bore pipework.
• Use hand tools and mechanical equipment for cutting, bending, and welding.
• Collaborate with trades to ensure project completion.
• Conduct pressure testing on pipework.

Skills

Pipe manufacture experience

Pipefitting techniques

Use of hand tools

Health and safety standards

Ability to interpret engineering drawings

Education

Modern Apprenticeship certificate/Trade Papers

SVQ3, City & Guilds or equivalent

SCO 1 & 2 (EUSR)

Tools

Swagelok fittings

Job description

Murphy is a leading international engineering and construction company. We specialise in a variety of sectors including infrastructure, transportation, and energy.

What you will be doing:

• Fabricating, installing and pressure testing small-bore pipework
• Using a range of hand tools & mechanical equipment to cut, bend and weld pipes as well as installation of pipework.
• Install and assemble fittings, valves, manifolds and related components according to drawings and specifications.
• Collaborate with other trades to ensure the timely and accurate completion of projects.
• Adhere to safety regulations and company procedures at all times
• Maintain accurate records of work carried out
• Carry out pressure testing on pipework to PT-1
• Carry out instrumentation and pipe work upgrades for gas distribution for Cadent, Northern gas network and National grid AGIs and National grid compressor sites

Who we are looking for:

• Modern Apprenticeship certificate/Trade Papers (you will be required to provide these papers) and relevant qualifications (e.g., SVQ3, City & Guilds, or equivalent)
• Current knowledge and experience of pipe manufacture, installation, and use of associated equipment
• Strong knowledge of pipefitting techniques, tools, and safety standards
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Clear understanding of SHE, COSHH and Risk Assessments
• Proven experience as aPipefitteror similar within an industrial or commercial environment.
• SCO 1 & 2 (EUSR)
• Experience with Swagelok Fittings and Installation

What we offer:

• Time and a half after 39hours
• 30 days holiday
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Further training given
• Health and safety-focused work environment
• Supportive team culture

About Murphy

Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Gold Investors In People accredited along with reported operating profit up 57% on prior year. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages. With a forward order book of £5.8bn and £23m Invested in environmentally friendly plant in 2024 there really is #MoretoMurphy

If you are unable to apply via the usual process, please call Stephanie Fletcher on 07513 706819 to discuss in more detail.

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK