Tie-in Polywelder

MPC Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

MPK is seeking an on-site HDPE welding specialist to support essential energy infrastructure projects in Australia. You will load, clean and prepare HDPE pipes, join sections using McElroy equipment, and meticulously record welding data in Data Loggers.

The role requires experience with tie-in welds, electro-fusion welding up to 800mm, and CSIGCS-related experience. On-site work involves steady equipment handling and pipe cutting with a chainsaw.

Qualifications

• Experience with tie-in welding processes and achieving consistent weld quality.
• Proficient in electro-fusion welding for HDPE systems up to 800mm.
• CSG exposure is desirable for site operations.
• Knowledge of squeeze-off and hot-tap procedures is preferred.
• Gas tester competency MSMWHS217 is required.

Responsibilities

• Load, clean and prepare HDPE pipes for welding.
• Join HDPE sections per industry standards using McElroy equipment (Dynamac, T412, T618, T900).
• Record welding data in Data Logger systems.
• Inspect weld bead width and conformance to specs.
• Load/transport welding gear daily and prepare equipment for varied pipe sizes.
• Operate a chainsaw for pipe cutting.

Skills

Tie-in welding (golden welds)

Electro-fusion welding up to 800mm

CSG experience

Squeeze off & hot tap installation

Gas tester MSMWHS217 competency

Job description

Re-energised. The kind of thinking the world is demanding to transition to a new energy future. This requires the dynamic attitude that MPK is known for delivering. Whether it’s upstream LNG development and servicing, fluid transportation, or renewables, in the essential energy, water and natural resources sectors, we’re here to use our proven ingenuity to redefine the challenge and innovate solutions that solve problems and deliver high quality outcomes. You need only look at our long term partnerships and outcomes with major industry leaders to see how we have successfully realised their vision.

With the world's growing demand for increased energy supply, MPK are there to provide essential infrastructure services and solutions. We offer three primary, but interconnected, divisions to clients – Infrastructure, Services and Solutions. MPK. Right solutions. Right people. Right for the future.

Care: We are genuine and fair and have high expectations of ourselves. We are like family. We pull our weight and watch each other’s backs. We care for our people because our people are who we are.

Solve : We understand our client needs because we collaborate. We align with clients to pursue efficiency and safety and, as partners, anticipate challenges and adapt. We embrace technology to deliver the solutions our clients need.

Deliver : Our focus in delivering value to our clients is paramount and is the cornerstone of our commercial relationships.

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply for our positions.

Job Description

About the role:

• Loading, cleaning and preparing HDPE pipes to be welded
• Joining HDPE pipe sections in accordance to industry standards and certified welding techniques using McElroy Equipment (Dynamac, T412, T618, T900)
• Recording all welding information in Data Logger machines
• Examining welds for width of bead, and conformance to specifications
• Loading and transporting of weld equipment on a daily basis and preparation of equipment for different pipe sizes
• Use of a chainsaw for cutting pipe

Desired Skills and Experience

About you:

• Demonstrated experience conducting tie-in/golden welds
• Experienced in Electro-fusion welding including fittings and saddles up to 800mm
• Previous CSG experience required
• Preferred experience in squeeze off and hot tap installation
• Gas tester MSMWHS217 competency

Please note: MPK does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from recruitment agencies. Please do not submit any resumes or associated profiles to any MPK employees. Should we require additional recruitment assistance, our HR team will contact our preferred recruitment agencies.