Pipefitter

Rockwell; Cork; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier mechanical contracting firm in Cork is seeking experienced Pipefitters to join their team on a full-time basis. Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, ensuring safety on-site, and installing various piping systems. The ideal candidate will have a craft qualification, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary, training opportunities, and emphasizes work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Support for professional growth

Focus on work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a mechanical contracting environment.
• Capability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Valid Safe Pass and Manual Handling certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings for pipe installation.
• Observe safety rules and inspect worksite for obstructions.
• Assemble and install pipes using various techniques.

Skills

Reading and interpreting drawings

Proficient in pipefitting tasks

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Craft qualification certificate

Tools

Pipe-bending tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview

Are you a Pipefitter looking for a change in your career? Rockwell are currently recruiting experienced Pipefitters to join an exciting mechanical engineering project in the Cork region, on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Reading and interpreting drawings to select type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications.
• Observes and complies with all safety and project rules and all company policies and procedures and inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions.
• Plans sequence on installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers.
• Proficient in all pipefitting tasks including -
• Measuring and cutting pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine to accurate dimensions
• Bends pipe by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machine.
• Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to secure pipe.
• Assembly and install of a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded caulked, soldering, brazing, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools.
• Secures pipes to structure with brackets, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.
• Tests piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
• Welds pipe supports to structural steel members.
• Use of tools, including power tools, and equipment.
• Loads, transports, and unloads material, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintaining and checking of own small tools and equipment.
• Work both inside and outside.
• Performs other duties as required.

Essential Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Experience

• Possess a craft qualification certificate
• Experience in a similar role within a mechanical contracting environment
• Capability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multi-functional team
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Valid Safe Pass and Manual Handling certification
• Own transport is also a necessity for this position.

Why join Rockwell?

• We provide a competitive salary that reflects your experience and qualifications. You will also have the chance to work in a vibrant and supportive setting, collaborating with experts in the field and making a positive impact on the environment. Our company prioritises work-life balance and supports your professional growth through training opportunities