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Pipefitter
Job Posted: 11 hours ago
Salary: £ 37,000 - 38,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Gateshead, Tyne & Wear
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Pipe Fitter
Location: Gateshead
Salary: Up to 38k
Shifts: Day shift (Early finish Friday)
Benefits:
* Service Bonus: 2% of annual salary each December (pro-rated in the first year), increasing to 4% after 10 years and 5% after 20 years – this is a contractual reward.
* Pension: Matched contribution of 4–6% (via salary sacrifice).
* Annual Bonus: Zentia Bonus Plan – up to 5% of salary depending on business performance.
* Holidays: 5 weeks plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional week each year.
* Healthcare: Access to onsite gym and Corporate Health Cash Plan for discounted dental and optical care.
* Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work scheme, discount vouchers, and electric vehicle options via Tusker (salary sacrifice).
The Company:
Theo James Recruitment is proud to be supporting a leading name in advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions. They are known for their commitment to innovation, safety, and high-quality production standards. With a strong reputation across the UK, this company provides a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees can develop their skills and build a long-term career. As part of their continued growth, they are now seeking a Pipe Fitter to join their skilled maintenance team.
Job Description:
As a Pipe Fitter, you will be responsible for maintaining and installing plant pipe systems across a busy industrial site. You’ll carry out both planned maintenance and reactive repairs, ensuring all systems operate efficiently and safely.
Your key responsibilities as a Pipe Fitter will include:
* Maintaining and repairing pipe systems and associated mechanical equipment.
* Supporting maintenance technicians and apprentices within the team.
* Carrying out preventive maintenance (PM) and responding to work orders.
* Reading, interpreting, and modifying pipe drawings and schematics.
* Identifying, isolating, and removing redundant or faulty pipework.
* Collaborating with production and engineering teams to minimise downtime.
* Ensuring all work meets safety and quality standards.
* Attending maintenance meetings and maintaining accurate shift handover notes.
This Pipe Fitter role will suit a proactive professional who enjoys problem-solving, teamwork, and working in a hands-on environment.
Skills & Experience:
To be successful as a Pipe Fitter, you will ideally have:
* Proven experience in industrial or plant pipe fitting.
* The ability to read and modify technical pipe drawings.
* Knowledge of maintenance excellence techniques (RCFA, Kaizen, etc.).
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
* A safety-first attitude and good attention to detail.
* Relevant trade qualification or apprenticeship in pipe fitting or mechanical maintenance (preferred).
Why Should You Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Pipe Fitter to join a respected and forward-thinking engineering organisation. You’ll benefit from:
* Working with a highly skilled and supportive team.
* Daytime working hours offering a healthy work-life balance.
* Opportunities for professional development and further training.
* A clean, safe, and well-organised facility that values employee wellbeingBefore You Apply
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