Pipelayer
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£46,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 5214 (64% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £46,000, and COFFEY CONSTRUCTION LIMITED is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
Worth checking: this could also be SOC 8159 (Construction operatives not elsewhere classified), which is not on the eligible-occupation list. Ask COFFEY CONSTRUCTION LIMITED what the duties actually are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5214 Pipe fitters Most likely code | £33,400 | £46,000 | £46,000 | £46,000 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Definition:
The person who is has a wide range of skills and knowledge of building methods and materials, they are involved in projects from start to finish and generally answer to the site foreman at site level.
Responsibilities:
- Read and understand the Company Health and Safety Policy and carry out your work in accordance with its requirements.
- Use the correct tools and equipment for the job.
- Wear safety footwear at all times and use, where necessary all protective clothing and provided Safety helmets goggles, respirators etc.
- Keep tools in good condition.
- Report immediately to supervision any defects in plant or equipment.
- Work in a safe manner at all times. Do not take unnecessary risks which would endanger yourself or others. If possible, remove site hazards yourself, e.g. remove or flatten nails sticking out of timber, tie unsecured access ladders etc.
- Do not use plant or equipment for work for which it was not intended or if you are not trained or experienced to use it.
- Warn other employees, particularly new employees and young people, of particular known hazards.
- Do not play dangerous or practical jokes or "horseplay" on site.
- Report to supervision any person seen abusing the welfare facilities provided.
- Report any injury to yourself which results from an accident at work even if it does not stop you working
- Report any damage to plant or equipment.
- Suggest safer methods of working, where you see it.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with COFFEY CONSTRUCTION LIMITED, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Pipe fitters (SOC 5214) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay- Median £40,716
- Going rate £46,000
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–41,400
ONS publishes no quartiles for this occupation, so the shaded band is a rough guide.
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. COFFEY CONSTRUCTION LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 5214 going rate of £46,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.