Industrial Insulator

We are currently seeking to hire experienced full-time permanent Industrial Insulators to join our team. 

The role involves applying insulation supports, insulating materials, and surface claddings and coatings to pipes, vessels, tanks, ductwork, and associated equipment or other mechanical systems in order to control heat loss or gain, provide personnel protection, frost protection and maintain temperature, and/or provide noise control and fire protection.

Job Tasks Include:

• Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces, using tape measures, handsaws, knives, and scissors. • Remove or seal off old insulation, following safety procedures. • Fit insulation around obstructions, and shape insulating materials and protective coverings as required. • Determine the amounts and types of insulation needed, and methods of installation, based on factors such as location, surface shape, and equipment use. • Install sheet metal around insulated pipes with screws in order to protect the insulation from weather conditions or physical damage. • Apply, remove, and repair insulation, thermal and fire, on industrial and domestic equipment, pipes, ductwork, or other mechanical systems such as heat exchangers, tanks, pipework, and vessels, to help control noise and maintain temperatures. • Select appropriate insulation, thermal, and fire, such as mineral wool, fiberglass, foams, or other materials based on the heat retaining or excluding characteristics of the material. • Read blueprints and specifications to determine job requirements. • Cover, seal, or finish insulated surfaces or access holes with covers of metallic or non-metallic, canvas strips, sealants, tape, cement, or asphalt mastic. • Working with tools and machinery used in the trade.

Experience is required in the installation of insulation and metal cladding to pipes in an industrial setting.

• Safe Pass (Required)
• Manual Handling Certificate (Required)
• Full European Driving Licence
• Willingness to complete overtime