Marine Pipe Fitter – Shipbuilding & Vessel Refit

Marine Pipe Fitters – Shipbuilding and Vessel Refit

Location: Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

Project: Marine vessel build and refit

Company: Osbrooks

About the role

We are seeking two experienced Marine Pipe Fitters to join a vessel construction and refit project. Applicants should have hands‑on experience installing and fabricating pipework systems in shipbuilding, boat building or marine repair environments.

Key responsibilities

• Measure, fabricate and install marine pipework systems, including fuel, seawater, bilge, fire main, hydraulic, exhaust and domestic services.
• Cut, bend, flange and assemble pipe runs using the appropriate materials and tools.
• Install valves, strainers, pipe supports, hangers and associated fittings.
• Fit exhaust systems, silencers and lagging while maintaining the required clearances.
• Work from piping diagrams, P&IDs and machinery arrangements.
• Pressure-test and flush systems, assist with inspections and rectify defects.
• Ensure dissimilar metals are isolated from aluminium structures where required to prevent galvanic corrosion.
• Follow site safety and quality procedures.
• At least 3 years of pipe‑fitting experience in shipbuilding, boat building or marine repair.
• A relevant apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in pipe fitting or mechanical engineering.
• Ability to read piping schematics and prepare spool drawings or sketches.
• Experience using pipe‑bending, cutting, threading and flange‑assembly tools.
• TIG or MIG welding of pipework:.

Working hours and conditions

The supplied job description specifies 10 hours per day, 5 days per week, with additional weekend work when required. The role involves physically demanding work in fabrication shops and aboard vessels, including confined spaces and overhead work.