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BERNARD SIGAUKE

BERNARD SIGAUKE

114 BLACKTHORN AVENUE,TUNBRIDGE WELLS,KENT

Summary

Experienced pipefitter, plumber, and welder with an NVQ Level 3 qualification and a strong background in heating and ventilation for commercial and industrial properties. Proficient in MIG, TIG, and MMA welding techniques, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to quality workmanship. I am Capable of interpreting drawings and schematics to ensure compliance with building regulations and requirements. Reliable team player with a methodical approach, adept at prioritising tasks and working independently to achieve project goals.

Overview

2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Pipe Fitter

JD Geering
Green Park, London
08.2026 - Current
  • Installed brackets and clips and 6" cast iron pipework for rainwater in the basement.
  • Welded, grooved and installed 8" pipework in the chilled plantroom to connect to a 5000-litre vessel as part of an alteration.
  • Measured,cut and installed bracketry and supporting clips for pipework.
  • Installed PVC condensate pipework and traps to the modular gas boiler flue system and AHU system.
  • Installed pipework and valves linking Vessels and heat plate exchangers in the heating plant room using Victaulic and soldering methods.
  • Snagged flanges and other bolted joints for correct, equal-length bolts throughout the plant rooms.

Industrial Pipefitter

DPC Group Ltd
ROYSTON , CAMBRIDGESHIRE
04.2026 - 07.2026
  • Installed industrial pipework such as PE, PVC and CPVC pressure pipes, valves, and instrumentation on a multi-million-pound project for John Matthey.
  • Conducted precise measurements and cuts on pipes, guaranteeing accurate fit and function within systems.
  • Set out, marked, and installed bracketry frames to hold a complex network of piping systems in accordance with the ISOMETRIC drawings and given coordinates and data.
  • Followed and adhered to a strict set of health and safety rules set down by the main contractor on behalf of the client.

Pipe Fitter/Plumber

ARK MECHANICAL
Farringdon, London
01.2026 - 04.2026
  • Installed Iron and Copper pipes of various sizes to feed Heating and Chilled systems in the basement of the building.
  • installed iron pipework to pumps, vessels and gas boilers in the plant room in accordance with the issued drawings.
  • Installed and Brazed 4 inch copper pipes for cold water services from the tank room to supply the building.

Pipe Fitter

Hemiko
Clapham Park, London
10.2024 - 12.2025
  • Laid insulated Iron pipework in trenches forming part of the Heat Distribution system and Chilled Services network from a centralised plant room and Energy Centre to various high-rise domestic buildings.
  • Installed and pressure-tested heating and chilled pipework in corridors and risers feeding HIUs in riser cupboards for domestic units.
  • Installed Stainless bracketry and Stainless Steel pipework into buildings E and F for conditioned water services.
  • Installed heat meters,sensors, and sensor pockets for the Building Management System control unit.
  • Reinstalled new pipework in a riser using 50mm crimped copper (Upnor fittings).
  • Carried out modifications and alterations to existing non-domestic pipe work installations following client requests.

Pipe Fitter/Plumber

McLaren Construction
Walthamstow, London
04.2024 - 05.2024
  • Installed and connected radiator panels for heating systems in domestic and commercial buildings.
  • Built and installed soil and waste stacks.
  • Tested systems and pipes using a pressure gauge, air and water testing methods and observation.

Pipefitter/Plumber

Mechanical Services Limited(MSL)
Paddington, London
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • 1st fix copper and waste pipes to toilets,kitchens, and tea-points on various floors.
  • Installation of pipework as the final connection to Fan Coil Units.
  • Installation of new pipework in the Mechanical riser as part of a refurbishment.
  • Pressurised the installation to check for any issues.

Pipe Fitter

HYGIENIC & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING SERVICES LTD
WINFRITH NEWBURGH, POOLE,DORSET
09.2023 - 11.2023
  • Completed first and second-fix medical and nuclear instrumentation snagging checks on site.
  • Tightened nuts and bolts and confirmed correct fastening across plant equipment.
  • Verified directional valve flow and checked ancillaries for correct operation.
  • Installed support brackets and clips for various pipes and other fabricated pipework.
  • Performed sectional pneumatic pressure test on certain sections of the pipework and other installations.

Pipe Fitter/Brazer

HYGIENIC & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING SERVICES LTD
SANDWICH, KENT
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Installed medical airline and instrumentation systems in stainless steel and copper at Pfizer R&D laboratories.
  • Applied bolted flange mounting and brazed jointing techniques during installation work.
  • Pressure-tested finished installations to confirm safe operating performance.

Pipefitter/Plumber

TNA GROUP
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • First-fix installation of copper pipework in a student accommodation across multiple floors, using the crimping technique, for The Medway and Tunbridge Wells Hospital.
  • Pressure-tested my installation and resolved any issues.

Pipe Fitter/Plumber

Cilantro Engineering
London, London
02.2023 - 04.2023
  • Employed various hand and power tools to modify pipes to specifications.
  • Selected pipe sizes and types following given specifications.
  • Completed pipe fittings and plumbing services to exceptional standards.
  • Fitted new valves and heat meters to new or existing pipework, double-checking to confirm water tightness and pressure tests.
  • Carried out modifications and alterations to existing non-domestic pipe work installations following client requests.
  • Complied with health and safety regulations to prevent injury to self and others within working environment.
  • Installed pipes accurately and securely into designated areas using brackects,clips and U-bolts.
  • Measured, cut and threaded pipes to complete Chilled and Heating systems.

Pipefitter/Welder

Spie Matthew Hall/Spie Group
London, London
02.2019 - 11.2019
  • Installed low-carbon steel pipework, valves, and other ancillaries to AHUs throughout the project using screwed/threading jointing method.
  • Installed Heating and Chilled pipework to Chillers, condensers, and gas boilers in the energy centre using the Manual Metal Arc(MMA) welding technique.
  • Lifted 12-inch low-loss header pipes into positions after welding them using mechanical lifting equipment such as the Genie lift and block and tackle in accordance with LOLER and PUWER safety guidelines.

Pipe Fitter

Axis Mech & Electrical
London, London
06.2017 - 12.2018
  • Selected pipe sizes and types following given specifications.
  • Employed various hand and power tools to modify pipes to specifications.
  • Performed preventative, planned and reactive maintenance tasks, maintaining accurate documentation throughout.

Pipe Fitter

C.WATKINS PLUMBING LTD
London, London
07.2009 - 05.2017
  • Greenman Lane Phase 2 Plumbing, Mechanical & Electrical fit-out for Rydon.

1) Installed heating riser from the energy centre in the sub basement to the various floors of the building.
2) Measured,Cut, fabricated and installed brackets and clips to support pipework.
3) Took deliveries of materials,plant and equipment for safe and accessible storage.
4)Complied with health and safety regulations to prevent injury to self and others within working environment.
Assisting with other day to day site activities.

  • The Lexicon, City Road. 307 high end domestic flats and commercial space for Mount Anvil & Clarion Housing Group.

1)Site setup and putting up of storage space and receiving the first batch of equipment and fittings from suppliers.

2) Fabricated and installed rain water and Soil Vent pipework(SVP) in HDPE fusion weld.

3) 1st & 2nd Fixed high end, high spec bathroom fixings in domestic units.

4) Installed HIUs primary and secondary pipework in domestic units.

5) Installed Heating, Chilled & condense pipework to fan coil Units inside commercial units.

6) Measured,Cut and Installed Bracketry for the commercial gas boilers and Chiller units in the Plant room.

7) Installed Boosted Cold-water services from the tank room in sub basement to feed carious domestic units on various floors. Brazed the pipes for jointing.

8) Pressure tested the above mentioned installations using air first then water.

  • Queens Wharf, Hammersmith for Mount Anvils.

1) Installed bracketry and clips to support pipework to Air Handling Units. Prefabricated and Installed LCS barell pipework to the AHUs. I used Victaulic jointing method.

2) Installed bracketry and clips to support pipework to a network of cast iron SVP and RW pipework in the underground car park. Enzym couplings were used for the jointing method.

3) Installed service and control Valves on the system to enable remote operation of the system via the Building Management System(BMS).

  • Central St. Giles/Renzo Piano for Bovis & Wates Construction.

1) First fix installed HDPE soil Vent pipework on various floor for the units.

2) First fix installed heating,hot and cold water services from the corridors into the units in copper.

3) Pressured tested the work,repared leaks and had it witnessed by client`s representative.

  • Kidbrooke Estate (PHASE ONE)for Berkley Homes.

1)Prefabed and installed various diameter Low Carbon Steel(LCS) pipes using various jointing techniques such as welding, Victaulic jointing and threaded joints within the energy centre/plant room to connect to various equipment such as Combined Heat and Power plant (CHP),Buffer Vessels, Modular Gas boilers,dosing pots. etc.

  • Quebec Quarters for London & Quandrant Construction.

1) Prefabricated,brackets,clips for cold water riser and manifolds for water meters for various floors and riser cupboards.

2) Brazed the 4inch (BCWS) boosted cold water services from the cold water storage tank room for various risers.

3) Did an Air and Water pressure test to the installation for leaks and clients` certificates.

  • Varsity-Pulse-Rhythm,Colindale for FAIRVIEW HOMES.

1)Worked on domestic units on first and second fixing of Bathrooms,Kitchen, Heatind and cold water services to blocks.

2) Installed SVP pipework in HDPE and terrain glued pipework.

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Heating and Ventilation Commercial and Industria Installation

Croydon College (University Centre Croydon)
London, ENG
01-2017

City & Guilds Level 2 -

Croydon College (University Centre Croydon)
London, ENG
01-2015

ABC Awards level 3 certificate in Fabrication & Welding Practice - Welding and Fabrication

South Essex College
01-2015

ABC Awards Level 2 certificate in Fabrication and Welding Practice - Welding and Fabrication

South Essex College
01-2013

Skills

  • Troubleshooting and problem-solving
  • Can interpret and understand construction drawings
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Work well under pressure, ensuring strict deadlines are met
  • Flexible, whilst maintaining enthusiasm and commitment to each project
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office(Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
  • CSCS GOLD Card for pipefitter Operatives
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Schedule Planning
  • Qualified Level 3 Pipefitter/Plumber
  • Sanitary Plumbing Systems
  • Water-Based System Testing
  • Drainage Pipeline Systems
  • Carrier of a full UK driving lisence

References

Given upon request.

Interests

Hobbies & Interests , I am a DIY enthusiast with a passion on high quality finishing. I also have a passion for Power tools hence collect them as a hobby. I love watching and reading Politics and current issues and listening to some music. I also love travelling.

Certification

  • Pipefitter/Plumber/Welder City & Guilds certified
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma City & Guilds 6188
  • Level 3 Certificate Welding and Fabrication.

Languages

Shona
First Language
English
Proficient
C2

Hobbies

  • DIY
  • Reading
  • Video Editing

Additional Information

  • Driving licence

Timeline

Pipe Fitter

JD Geering
08.2026 - Current

Industrial Pipefitter

DPC Group Ltd
04.2026 - 07.2026

Pipe Fitter/Plumber

ARK MECHANICAL
01.2026 - 04.2026

Pipe Fitter

Hemiko
10.2024 - 12.2025

Pipe Fitter/Plumber

McLaren Construction
04.2024 - 05.2024

Pipefitter/Plumber

Mechanical Services Limited(MSL)
01.2024 - 04.2024

Pipe Fitter

HYGIENIC & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING SERVICES LTD
09.2023 - 11.2023

Pipe Fitter/Brazer

HYGIENIC & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING SERVICES LTD
08.2023 - 10.2023

Pipefitter/Plumber

TNA GROUP
04.2023 - 08.2023

Pipe Fitter/Plumber

Cilantro Engineering
02.2023 - 04.2023

Pipefitter/Welder

Spie Matthew Hall/Spie Group
02.2019 - 11.2019

Pipe Fitter

Axis Mech & Electrical
06.2017 - 12.2018

Pipe Fitter

C.WATKINS PLUMBING LTD
07.2009 - 05.2017

ABC Awards Level 2 certificate in Fabrication and Welding Practice - Welding and Fabrication

South Essex College

ABC Awards level 3 certificate in Fabrication & Welding Practice - Welding and Fabrication

South Essex College

City & Guilds Level 2 -

Croydon College (University Centre Croydon)

NVQ Level 3 - Heating and Ventilation Commercial and Industria Installation

Croydon College (University Centre Croydon)
BERNARD SIGAUKE