Mechanical Chargehand

Working on behalf of our client, we are recruiting for experienced Mechanical Pipe Fitters to join a specialist fabrication and mechanical installation contractor that works mainly in the clean and wastewater utilities sector. Reporting to the Mechanical Supervisor, with day-to-day direction from the Mechanical Chargehand, the successful candidates will join a 4-to-5-person mechanical crew on a 12-to-18-month programme of pumping station works in Coventry, mobilising from 9th November. You will install, align and test mechanical pipework, valves and pumps safely and to drawing.

Key Duties

• Install ductile iron and steel pipework, flanged joints, valves, fittings and supports, including 800mm diameter pipework.
• Install, level and align pumps and associated mechanical equipment.
• Work from engineering drawings and isometrics, and measure, cut and prepare pipework on site.
• Support heavy lifts as part of the lifting team, slinging and signalling where qualified.
• Pressure test and flush pipework as directed.
• Work to drawings, specifications and torque settings, and support Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) checks.
• Report defects and drawing clashes to the Mechanical Chargehand or Mechanical Supervisor.
• Follow Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), permits and site rules at all times, including confined space procedures.
• Attend toolbox talks and safety briefings, and report hazards, incidents and near misses promptly.
• Look after tools, equipment and PPE.

What we are looking for

• A relevant mechanical trade NVQ (Level 2 or 3) and a Gold CSCS card.
• A confined space ticket.
• A current medical.
• Proven pipe fitting experience on construction, utilities or industrial sites.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and isometrics.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home.
• Large-bore ductile iron pipework experience would be advantageous.
• Experience in clean or wastewater treatment, such as pumping stations, would be advantageous.
• A CPCS Slinger/Signaller ticket would be beneficial (training can be provided).

What our client can offer in return

• £300 per day
• Monday to Friday 10 hours - early finish Friday
• Travel and accommodation covered when working away from home for suitable candidates
• 12 to 18 months of work on a high-profile project.
• Future projects across the UK in the clean and wastewater sector.
• An established business with a long track record, growing year on year.