Pipe Fitters – Fixed Term Project Role | FIFO Karratha | Major WA Construction Project

Tecside is seeking experienced, trade-qualified Pipe Fitters for a major construction project in Karratha, WA.

This is a full-time fixed-term contract, not casual work, on one of the most important industrial construction projects currently underway in Australia. Project Ceres will support long-term domestic urea production, which is critical to Australia’s agricultural supply chain, industrial capability and long-term economic growth.

This is a genuine long-term project opportunity for Pipe Fitters who want structured site conditions, strong project continuity and the security of fixed-term employment on a landmark build.

The Opportunity

• FIFO from Perth only
• 20:8 day shift swing
• 19:8 working roster
• Full-time fixed-term contract
• Camp and meals provided
• Flights provided from Perth
• Weekly pay and penalties
• Long-term project opportunity on a major WA construction project
• Full-time benefits including leave accruals and the structure of fixed-term project employment
• Supportive team environment, training and development opportunities

About the role

We are seeking Pipe Fitters with strong hands-on construction experience in major industrial environments.

The role will involve:

• fabrication and installation of various sizes of pipework
• working with a range of exotic materials and associated piping components
• cutting, beveling and fitting pipe in accordance with isometric drawings
• assembly of pipe spools including valves and associated instruments
• working with other disciplines, including riggers, to position and erect pipework of varying sizes
• fit-up and preparation of pipework for welding and installation

What we are specifically looking for

To be competitive for this role, candidates should have:

• 5+ years’ hands-on construction experience as a Pipe Fitter
• genuine site-based industrial pipe fabrication and installation experience
• experience across a range of pipe sizes
• strong experience with flanges, valves, supports and fittings
• experience working from isometric drawings
• fit-up, beveling, alignment and spool assembly capability
• experience with carbon steel piping
• ideally exposure to Inconel cladding, compressor hook-up piping, risers and flowline

Preferred background

Candidates will be highly regarded if they have experience in:

• LNG projects
• oil and gas projects
• refinery or process plant construction
• major mining construction projects
• brownfields or greenfields construction scopes where pipefitting was a core part of the role

Essential requirements:

Suitable candidates will hold:

• relevant Fabrication Trade Certificate or equivalent trade qualification
• White Card / Construction Card
• Working at Heights
• EWP / High Risk Work Licence
• Confined Space
• Gas Test Atmospheres
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence
• Full working rights in Australia
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screening

Please do not apply if:

• your experience is mainly Mechanical Fitting rather than Pipe Fitting
• your experience is mainly workshop fabrication with no strong site installation history
• your piping experience is limited to maintenance-only flange work
• your background is primarily plumbing rather than industrial pipefitting

To be shortlisted, your CV should clearly show:

• major project names
• site-based construction pipefitting experience
• pipe sizes worked on
• materials worked on
• isometric drawing experience
• spool assembly experience
• flange / valve / support installation experience
• fit-up, beveling and pipe preparation experience
• any exposure to compressor hook-up, risers, flowline or exotic materials

Why apply through Tecside?

Tecside is actively supporting delivery on a major WA construction project and is looking to speak with genuine industrial Pipe Fitters who want to join a well-structured FIFO team on a long-term fixed-term contract.

If you have the right background and want to be considered, apply now with an up-to-date CV that clearly demonstrates your site-based Pipe Fitter construction experience.

Either apply now, or send your resume to a.o••••••@tecside.com.au.