At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to fabricate, weld, and install piping systems on exciting ship projects.
- Company: Harland & Wolff, a leader in shipbuilding with a commitment to inclusivity.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday, pension scheme, and cycle-to-work options.
- Other info: Full-time role with opportunities for career growth and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the naval and marine sectors while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in pipefitting, welding, and understanding of engineering drawings required.
The predicted salary is between 39780 - 40000 £ per year.
Job Description
Pipe fabrication, welding and installation in units and blocks, and in the ship under construction.
Replacement of defective pipe system elements in Ship Repair projects.
Projects will cover a range of vessels across the naval, marine, and repair sectors and the role will require flexibility between New-Build fabrication and construction, and Ship Repair projects.
Main Duties
- Maintenance of a Safe working environment, compliance with specific Safety procedures
- Read and interpret piping drawings, P&IDs, spool fabrication sheets etc on drawings
- Profile and shape pipes and components using handheld power tools, mechanical cutting machines and associated tooling
- Prepare and fit piping systems according to engineering drawings and specifications.
- Prepare, assemble, and install piping systems, including site fitting and alignment
- Test pipework and systems, diagnose faults, assist with system commissioning
- Understand weld procedures (WPSs) and perform welds as necessary, defect checking
- Work as part of a team of pipe fittersand other associated trades
- Set up and operation of mechanical and welding equipment as necessary
Qualifications
- Knowledge of pipefitting workplace Safety requirements and good working practices
- Demonstrable experience of pipe fabrication, welding (as necessary) and fitting processes (preferably have served a recognised apprenticeship or equivalent)
- Understanding of Engineering drawings and technical documents
- Understanding of Quality procedures and Pipe Fabrication and Installation Standards
- Possession of an appropriate current and valid Welding Qualification Certificate (ISO9606-1)
- Ability to work on own initiative, seeking advice when necessary
- Flexible cooperation with other team-members
- Ability to pass a trade test
- Understanding and active participation in Safety activities and procedures
- Work execution independently according to valid instructions, rules and standards
- Effectiveness in identifying issues for upward reporting/investigation
- Ability to express ideas or facts in a clear manner
- Professional and proactive work ethic
- Ability to work overtime as required
- Additional Information
- Full time/permanent
- 249.75 hours holiday (pro rata)
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme (optional)
Please note as part of the onboarding process all candidates will need to complete BPSS security clearance
We are an Opening Doors employer, committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace.
Our approach, shaped by our values of service, trust, excellence, agility, dedication, and you, we focus on removing barriers and recognising potential.
We are committed to fairness at every stage, including providing reasonable adjustments and actively working to eliminate discrimination.
We believe talent is everywhere, and by widening access to opportunity and welcoming diverse experiences, we aim to create a workplace where every person feels valued and has an equal chance.
If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at people. skills@harland-wolff. com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.
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