About the role

Our projects are more than just your opportunity to make your mark. They’re an opportunity to stretch, test and develop your expertise. Join our Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick team as a Sheet Metal Worker in Birkenhead and you’ll deliver complex work that really matters to our business, and the world around you.

To fabricate, assemble, and install high-integrity sheet metal components and systems including HVAC ducting and pipework in support of manufacturing operations for the nuclear industry. This role demands the highest levels of precision, safety compliance, and quality assurance due to the critical nature of the end applications.

What you'll be doing

Key responsibilities

Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings, technical specifications, and job sheets.

Cut, bend, and shape sheet metal using manual and powered tools.

Assemble ducting, pipework, and enclosures to strict tolerances.

Perform TIG, MIG, and spot welding on stainless steel, mild steel, and other alloys as specified.

Ensure welds meet quality and integrity requirements for nuclear-grade components.

Conduct dimensional checks and surface finish inspections in accordance with ISO and nuclear industry standards.

Complete fabrication and inspection documentation accurately.

Adhere strictly to nuclear industry regulations, safety protocols, and site-specific policies.

Work closely with QA/QC inspectors, engineers, and project managers to ensure deliverables meet design intent and regulatory standards.

Communicate any discrepancies or issues in a timely and constructive manner.

Participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Maintain a clean and organized working environment.

Who we're looking for

The following qualities/experience are essential:

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Sheet Metal Work, Fabrication & Welding, or Mechanical Engineering.

Minimum 3 years' experience in precision sheet metal work or pipework in a regulated industry
(e.g. nuclear, aerospace, pharmaceutical).

Proficient in TIG welding and fabrication techniques for stainless steel and carbon steels.

Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more

About us

Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick is a leader in mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions.

We design, install and maintain the complex systems and technologies that underpin the UK’s national infrastructure and bring buildings to life.

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com

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