Steam & Mechanical Pipe Fitter

Job Overview: We are seeking a skilled Steam & Mechanical Pipe Fitter to ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of steam, condensate, heating, and associated mechanical pipework systems across our contract portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete assigned planned preventative maintenance activities in accordance with SFG20 maintenance schedules.
• Inspect, maintain, fault-find, and repair steam and condensate distribution systems.
• Maintain and repair valves, steam traps, strainers, PRVs, pumps, pipework, and associated mechanical components.
• Identify steam leaks, failed steam traps, and other system defects, and undertake remedial works.
• Support mechanical insurance inspections and PSSR activities.
• Conduct pre-winter inspections and condition checks of heating, steam, and condensate systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve steam and condensate system efficiency.
• Accurately record all maintenance activities, defects, and recommendations within the CAFM system.
• Maintain excellent working relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Requirements:

• Recognised apprenticeship or relevant vocational qualification in Pipe Fitting, Mechanical Engineering, Heating Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum three years' experience working on commercial/industrial mechanical pipework systems.
• Demonstrable experience maintaining and repairing steam and condensate systems.
• Knowledge of steam traps, valves, PRVs, strainers, and associated steam system components.
• Experience maintaining commercial/industrial heating systems.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Competent IT skills, including CAFM and mobile applications.

Desired Skills:

• Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic capability.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Knowledge of PSSR requirements and mechanical insurance inspection processes.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Salary: £39,000 per annum