Fitters Wanted

Franklin Smith Limited; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Smith Limited is seeking multiple experienced fitters for duct and pipe fabrication and installation across New Zealand. You will interpret blueprints, drill and bolt components, and ensure safe, compliant work. A minimum of three years' experience is required, with permanent shifts Mon–Fri and some weekend hours.

Expect travel to various regions, with relocation covered if necessary. The successful candidates will bring their own tools, pass a police check and drug test, and work at

Qualifications

• Three years of relevant full-time work experience.
• Ability to interpret blueprints/drawings and lay out accurately.
• Able to pass a police check and drug test.
• Own set of tools.
• Willing to travel across New Zealand for different projects.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints/drawings and lay out accurately.
• Drill and install metal bolts and brackets for maintenance services including hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines.
• Check and fabricate metal parts accurately according to plans.
• Cutting, threading, bending insulating and installing pipes.
• Ensure all activities are conducted safely and in compliance with policies and legislation.
• Other duties as reasonably required within the employee’s role.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Pipe fitting

Metal fabrication

Duct installation

Bracket installation

Safety compliance

Tool ownership

Tools

Personal tools

Job description

About us:

Franklin Smith is a multi-disciplinary Recruitment Agency - specialising in Trades and Construction. We have offices is Auckland, Christchurch, and Nelson, with large scale projects around New Zealand. Franklin Smith is people focussed; we are always searching for the best of the best in each industry.

Looking for multiple experienced fitters who have a good attitude towards work and great references. You will be completing various fitting duties including preparation, fabrication and installation of duct and pipe for construction related services. The successful candidate will have at least three years of relevant full-time work experience.

About you:

• Interpret blueprints/drawings and lay out accurately
• Drill and install metal bolts and brackets for maintenance services including hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines
• Check and fabricate metal parts accurately according to plans
• Cutting, threading, bending insulating and installing pipes
• Ensure all activities are conducted safely and in compliance with Franklin Smith policies and relevant legislation.
• Other duties as reasonably required within the capability of the employee’s role may also be required from time to time.
• The key responsibilities outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time to reflect the evolving needs of the business

The ideal candidate will also have:

• Your own set of tools
• Able to pass a police check and drug test

About the role:

• Minimum 30 hours of work per week
• Hourly wage ranging from $30.00 - $35.00
• Permanent role – Monday to Friday, with extra shifts available on weekends
• We have opportunities across various locations in New Zealand. As part of your employment, you may be required to travel to a different region within New Zealand for different projects, including Auckland, Manawatū-Whanganui, Marlborough, Waikato, Wellington, Otago, Nelson, Hawke’s Bay, Taranaki, Northland, West Coast, Bay of Plenty, Canterbury, Gisborne, Southland.
• You will be given reasonable notice if you are required to relocate to another region. Franklin Smith will cover transportation and accommodation expenses related to the relocation.