Job Description
Pipefitter / Installations Engineer Location: UK-wide (travel required) Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum Hours: Full-time / Permanent
Role of the Pipefitter / Installations Engineer
Green Bee Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a leading industrial engineering organisation for an experienced Pipefitter / Installations Engineer. This role involves the installation, maintenance, and testing of industrial gas and pipework systems at client sites across the UK. You will work as part of a proactive Installations team, delivering high-quality, compliant installations while managing your workload efficiently to meet project deadlines.
Responsibilities of the Pipefitter / Installations Engineer
· Assemble, install, maintain, and repair gas supply pipework systems, including valves, regulators, and fittings
· Cut, connect, bend, and weld stainless steel tubing using industry-standard techniques and tools
· Interpret and work from isometric drawings, blueprints, specifications, and method statements
· Install gas manifolds, cylinder hoses, isolation valves, relief valve vent pipework, and gas cylinder regulators
· Carry out pressure testing using gauges, helium leak testing, and other approved methods
· Cut and drill walls and ceilings in preparation for pipe installation using hand and power tools
· Manage time effectively to meet client and project deadlines
· Work collaboratively with a skilled Installations team
· Travel nationwide to client sites, including overnight stays
Requirements for the Pipefitter / Installations Engineer role
Qualifications:
· Engineering qualification (preferred but not essential)
Skills:
· Strong knowledge of industrial pipe materials, systems, and installation practices
· Ability to troubleshoot faults and carry out preventative maintenance
· High attention to detail and strong commitment to safety standards
· Flexible approach to working away from home
Experience:
· Minimum of 4 years’ pipefitting experience
· Proven experience within an industrial environment
· Orbital welding experience (advantageous)
· Full UK driving licence (essential)
Perks and Benefits
· Salary up to £45,000 per annum
· Performance-based bonuses
· Stay-away incentives
· Benchmark expenses covered
· Overtime opportunities
· Company pension scheme
· Gym membership
· Comprehensive health and wellbeing programmes
· Private medical insurance
Safeguarding Statement for the successful Pipefitter / Installations Engineer
All positions recruited at Green Bee Recruitment are subject to a right to work in the UK and any other relevant compliance checks.
This job advert is not all-inclusive, and certain activities, duties, or responsibilities may be required of the employee as needed.