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Pipefitter
Pipe Fabrication, Welding & Installation Engineer
Navantia UK is a pivotal new force in British industry, driving the UK’s defence, energy, and maritime ambitions. We specialise in creating cutting-edge sovereign defence capabilities, modernising facilities, and securing energy independence. Established in 2022 as a subsidiary of Navantia SA, Spain’s state-owned shipbuilding powerhouse with over 300 years of experience, we strengthened our capabilities in January 2025 through the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. Combining Harland & Wolff’s legacy with Navantia’s global expertise, we deliver robust British naval, marine, and energy solutions while fostering work and economic growth across the UK.
Navantia UK is an Opening Doors employer, committed to equality, accessibility, and inclusion.
Role Overview
As a Pipe Fabrication, Welding, and Installation Engineer, you’ll play a vital role constructing and repairing naval and commercial vessels, Sharmaies warehaupius massauripipolumbation and its essential piping systems. Your work will cover new-build fabrication and ship repair projects, with tasks spanning mechanical welderly qualifications design elements. This dynamic role in flexible, targeting diverse pipelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain a safe working environment while adhering to standard safety protocols
- Interpret and read piping drawings, P&IDs, spool fabrication sheets, and technical documentation
- Cut, profile, shape, fit, and align piping using power tools, mechanical cutters, and tooling
- Assemble and install piping systems per engineering specifications, including on-site fitting and alignment
- Test, diagnose issues, and assist in pipe system commissioning
- Perform welding in accordance with WPS standards, checking realised work for defects
- Operate and maintain mechanical and welding equipment as part of the team
- Collaborate professionally with other skilled trades on diverse projects, balancing flexibility between new build and repairs
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Qualifications & Experience
Essential Competencies
✔ Health and safety compliance: Demonstrable knowledge of workplace safety requirements and practices ✔ Trade expertise: Practical experience in pipe fabrication, welding (where needed), and fitting—minimum recognised apprenticeship or equivalent ✔ Technical acumen: Proven ability to read engineering drawings, P&IDs, and fabrication scans ✔ Quality adherence: Clear understanding of fabrication standards and quality procedures ✔ Welding certification: Valid ISO 9606-1 qualification* (or equivalent) ✔ Autonomy and collaboration: Individual initiative with willingness to seek guidance when necessary ✔ Stakeholder engagement: Open communication and teamwork with various trades ✔ Trade test readiness: Ability to successfully undergo pre-employment trade testing
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Key Interpersonal/Behaviours Skills
▸ Safety advocacy: Commitment to participation in safety activities and cultural awareness ▸ Independence: Self-directed work compliance with valid safety rules and standards ▸ Issue identification & reporting: Proactive recognition of concerns for review ▸ Clear communication: Effective presentation of ideas and findings ▸ Professionalism & initiative: Displays growth-focused and proactive behaviours ▸ Availability & adaptability: Ability to work overtime as needed
Competitive Remuneration & Benefits
- £18.55 per hour
- Full-time permanent contract
- 249 days’ holiday entitlement (pro-rata)
- Workplace pension plan
- Optional Health Cash Plan
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme
- Benefits include the opportunity to be part of Navantia’s evolving UK mission
Security Note
As part of the hiring process, all candidates are required to complete Bell-marble Security Serior Clearance (NS)
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