Pipefitter

Job Title : Pipefitter

Company : Laker Vent Engineering Ltd

Location : Ayrshire, Scotland

Duration : Approx 4 months with opportunity for continued work on other projects in the North West, North East & Hinkley Point C.

About Us

Laker Vent Engineering Ltd is a mechanical contractor operating within the engineering construction industry. We specialise in the installation of highly regulated process piping systems, serving blue chip clients across the Power & Energy, Pharmaceutical, and Petrochemical industries.

Pipefitter Role Overview

We are currently seeking experienced Pipefitters to join our team in Scotland supporting completions and pressure testing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the installation and testing of stainless steel and carbon steel piping systems and be capable of delivering work to the highest standards in line with QAQC requirements and technical specifications.

Pipefitter Key Responsibilities

• Install and test stainless steel and carbon steel piping systems on site.

• Interpret and work from technical drawings including Isometric Drawings (Iso's), P&IDs, etc.

• Deliver installations to the highest quality standards and in compliance with QAQC protocols.

Pipefitter Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3/Level 3 Trade Apprenticeship or equivalent.

• CCNSG, CSCS or EMSS.

• Experience in a similar role within a highly regulated industry.

Rates

NAECI categorised rates (2026) - Grade 5

• Basic: £23.25 | OT1: £32.55 | OT2: £41.84

• IBA Payment: £2.37/hour

• Lodge allowance: £355.67 per week

• Travel allowance as per NAECI agreement

OT rates

• Mon to Thurs- OT1 after 8 hrs

• Fri OT1 after 6 hrs

• Sat- OT1 first 4 hrs, OT2 all other hours (generally 4)

• Sun- All hours OT2

Pipefitter Working Hours

• Minimum 100 hrs over 11 days

• 108+ hrs available over the same 11 day period

Week 1

• Mon-Thurs : 10.5 hours | Fri-Sun: 8 hours

Week 2

• Mon-Thurs: 10.5 hours | Fri-Sun: OFF

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday + 8 statutory holidays (Pro Rata)

• NAECI travel & expenses allowances apply

• Health Assured welfare scheme

• ECIA welfare benefits

• Long term work available with opportunity to transfer onto other projects

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