Details:
- Salary: £38,000 - 44,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Portsmouth Hampshire
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
JWB Recruitment are proud to be recruiting for a Pipe Fitter in Portsmouth.
Overview
We’re recruiting a skilled Pipefitter to join a long‑established mechanical & electrical contractor with over 20 years’ continuous work at Portsmouth Dockyard. The business delivers high‑quality M&E installation projects across Hampshire, including hospitals, MOD sites, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities.
This is a permanent role focused on plant room installation, steam and boiler pipework, and high‑integrity mechanical systems within the dockyard. You’ll be part of a stable, experienced team working on major infrastructure projects with long-term continuity.
Hours: 7:00am – 4:00pm, Monday–Friday
Key Responsibilities
* Install, assemble, and secure pipework systems within plant rooms and mechanical spaces
* Work on boilers, steam pipework, heating systems, and associated mechanical plant
* Carry out welding, brazing, bolting, and mechanical fixing to a high standard
* Read and interpret technical drawings and pipework schematics
* Ensure all installations meet MOD, site safety, and industry compliance standards
* Collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams on wider project delivery
* Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with supervisors and project managers
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Pipefitter in industrial, commercial, or MOD environments
* Strong skills in plant room installation, steam systems, and boiler pipework
* Competent in welding and mechanical assembly
* Ability to work safely in high‑security, high‑compliance environments
* Must be able to obtain MOD clearance (existing clearance beneficial)
* Strong work ethic and reliability—consistent early starts required
* Full right to work in the UK
Package & Benefits
* £38,000 – £44,000 basic salary (experience dependent)
* 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
* Permanent, long‑term position with a contractor established at the dockyard for 20+ years
* Saturday overtime available at enhanced rates
* Stable hours: 7am–4pm, Monday–Friday
* Work on major mechanical projects across Hampshire
* Training, development, and long-term progression within a respected M&E contractor