Pipe fitter

We are looking for an experienced Pipe Fitter to join our shipbuilding team. The position involves fabrication, assembly, fitting, alignment, and installation of piping systems onboard ships and during ship block fabrication, in accordance with technical drawings and project specifications. Main Responsibilities

• Reading and working independently with piping isometric drawings, technical drawings, P&IDs, and installation instructions
• Fabricating, assembling, fitting, and installing piping systems onboard ships and within ship blocks
• Working with pipes of different diameters, wall thicknesses, and materials, including carbon steel, stainless steel, and other materials used in shipbuilding
• Measuring, marking, cutting, beveling, and preparing pipes for assembly and welding
• Fitting and aligning pipes, elbows, flanges, reducers, fittings, and other piping components
• Performing tack welding using appropriate welding processes when required
• Installing pipe supports, brackets, hangers, and other supporting structures
• Using hand tools, power tools, pipe cutting machines, grinders, and other equipment required for pipe fitting work
• Using hydraulic equipment, chain hoists, and lifting devices for positioning and installation of piping components
• Checking pipe dimensions, alignment, slopes, elevations, and installation positions using measuring instruments
• Preparing pipe joints and connections for subsequent welding, inspection, and testing
• Installing and connecting piping systems according to technical specifications and project requirements
• Performing pipe modifications, adjustments, and repairs when necessary
• Working in confined spaces, engine rooms, technical compartments, and elevated work areas when required
• Following project-specific occupational safety rules and safe working procedures
• Maintaining accuracy and quality throughout the fabrication, fitting, and installation process

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of practical experience as a Pipe Fitter, preferably in shipbuilding or ship repair
• Ability to read and understand piping isometric drawings, technical drawings, and installation instructions independently
• Practical experience in fabrication, assembly, fitting, and installation of marine piping systems
• Experience working with carbon steel, stainless steel, and different pipe diameters and wall thicknesses
• Good skills in pipe measuring, marking, cutting, beveling, fitting, and alignment
• Ability to prepare pipe joints for welding and perform tack welding when required
• Experience with flanges, elbows, reducers, valves, pipe supports, and other piping components
• Good understanding of piping installation tolerances, dimensional control, and alignment requirements
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, hydraulic equipment, lifting devices, and measuring instruments
• Ability to work safely at heights and in confined spaces
• Ability to work independently and follow technical instructions
• Willingness to transfer or relocate to another worksite if required