Pipefitter

Location: Glasgow – Govan and Scotstoun (On-site, with a recruitment day in Glasgow)

Salary: £38,662.00 (plus a potential 33% shift allowance)

As a Pipefitter, you will be at the heart of our operations, responsible for:

• Fabricating and installing pipework systems using various materials, including copper, carbon steel, and stainless steel.
• Utilizing hand tools and mechanical equipment to cut, bend, and weld pipes.
• Installing essential utilities aboard ships, such as sinks, showers, and toilets.
• Assembling fittings, valves, and components according to precise drawings and specifications.
• Collaborating with other trades to ensure projects are completed on time and to the highest standards.
• Adhering to safety regulations and company procedures at all times.
• Maintaining accurate records of your work.

Essential:

• Modern Apprenticeship certificate/Trade Papers and relevant qualifications (e.g., SVQ3, City & Guilds).
• Current knowledge and experience in pipe manufacture and installation.
• Strong understanding of pipefitting techniques, tools, and safety standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Clear understanding of SHE, COSHH, and Risk Assessments.
• Proven experience as a Pipefitter or in a similar role within an industrial or commercial environment.

Desirable:

• Marine Pipefitting experience.
• Experience in industrial or commercial settings.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Experience in TIG Pipe Welding.

At BAE Systems, we believe in rewarding your hard work with a competitive benefits package, including:

• A robust pension scheme.
• Employee share plans.
• Flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme and shopping discounts.
• Potential eligibility for an annual incentive.

Join our Pipefitter team and play a crucial role in the defence sector. You’ll ensure the efficient operation of piping installations while upholding the highest standards of safety and quality.

We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and empowers you to reach your full potential. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, we encourage you to discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. This means factors like your nationality and residency may affect your eligibility. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with some roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.

4th March 2026 – Trades Tests will be held in March 2026.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so don’t wait—apply today!