Our client is currently seeking an experienced Pipe Welder / Mechanical Fabricator to join their team on a project-based assignment working on-site with a subcontractor to a major contractor. This role offers a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same, with projects ranging from large-scale industrial builds to intricate custom engineering designs.
Current project exposure includes Wastewater Treatment Plants (WWTP), Water Treatment Plants (WTP), Asphalt Plants, and Seismic-related work, with opportunities to be involved in a wide variety of industrial projects.
This role will involve both workshop fabrication and on-site installation, requiring a strong technical background in pipe welding, fabrication, and mechanical plant installation.
Key Responsibilities
- Pipe Welding (Non-Negotiable): Perform high-quality welding on small to large bore piping systems, including carbon steel, stainless steel, and low/high-pressure process piping.
- Mechanical Installation: Lead and assist with the installation of mechanical plant, equipment, and structural systems across various project sites.
- Precision Fitting: Accurately measure, align, and fit metal components and pipe networks to engineering specifications and tolerances.
- Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols.
- Maintenance & Repair: Diagnose mechanical issues and carry out reactive and preventative maintenance on industrial plant and machinery.
- On-Site Operations: Conduct welding and structural installations while maintaining strict health and safety compliance.
- Engineering Fabrication (Heavy) Level 4 Certificate or equivalent qualification.
- Proven Experience (Essential): Extensive hands-on experience in Pipe Welding and Fabrication within industrial environments.
- Mechanical Installation: Demonstrated experience installing and maintaining industrial mechanical plant and equipment.
- Welding Expertise: Strong capability in GTAW (TIG), SMAW (Stick), and GMAW (MIG) welding processes.
- Standards & Materials: Competent working to ASME IX standards across Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, and Aluminium.
- Tools: Must have and maintain your own basic trade hand tools.
- Safety Certifications (Advantageous):
- Confined Spaces
- Working at Heights
- MEWP Certification
- Site Safe
- Communication & Initiative: Able to work independently, lead small teams when required, and communicate effectively with clients.
- Driver’s Licence: Full New Zealand Driver’s Licence required for travel to project sites.
- Work Hours: Standard 40 hours per week, with overtime available during peak project periods.
APPLY TODAY and contact nikita.pierce@enterprise.co.nz
