Apprentice - Pipefitter in Port Glasgow

Location: Glasgow – Govan and Scotstoun – Based on site and must be able to attend a recruitment day in Glasgow.

Salary: £38,662.00 (additional shift allowance of 33% may be applicable)

Requirements: Trade Papers to be provided when submitting application

What you’ll be doing:

• Fabricating and installing pipework systems in large and small-bore pipework using different materials (copper, cuni, carbon steel and stainless steel)
• Using a range of hand tools & mechanical equipment to cut, bend and weld pipes as well as installation of pipework.
• Installing utilities aboard ship i.e. sinks, showers, and toilets
• Install and assemble fittings, valves, 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

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• 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 a Pipefitter or similar within an industrial or commercial environment

Desirable:

• Marine Pipefitting Experience
• Experience in industrial or commercial settings preferred
• Understanding of manufacturing processes
• Experience in TIG Pipe Welding

Please ensure you have attached a copy of your qualifications when submitting your application

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Pipefitter team:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Pipefitter to join our team in Clyde. The successful candidate will be responsible for fabricating and installing piping systems across a range of projects in the defence sector. You will play a key role in ensuring the efficient operation of piping installations while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 4th March 2026 – Trades Tests will be held in March 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.