Pipelines Fitter Welder - Water Infrastructure Expert

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing programme

Professional development

Five weeks annual leave

Job summary

Tiaki Wai is recruiting a Pipelines Fitter Welder for Wellington’s bulk water network, based at Pomare Depot. You will fabricate, fit and repair large-diameter steel pipes and assemblies to exact drawings, maintaining high workmanship and safety standards.

You will interpret technical drawings, manage material needs, and uphold welding qualifications in line with Tiaki Wai procedures, including ASME IX where applicable. A NZ Class 1 license and strong safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate in fitting and welding required.
• At least three years' experience fabricating, installing and repairing large-diameter steel pipes.
• Ability to interpret fabrication drawings and technical plans to tight tolerances.
• NZ Class 1 driver licence is required or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, fit and repair large-diameter steel pipes, components and assemblies per drawings.
• Interpret fabrication drawings; determine material needs and suitable cutting, welding and fitting methods.
• Maintain welding qualifications per Tiaki Wai procedures; comply with ASME Section IX where applicable.
• Inspect and service welding and fabrication equipment; keep tools safe and serviceable.
• Follow health and safety requirements; keep accurate job and material records; work with the team to meet deadlines.

Skills

Trade certificate in fitting & welding

Interpret fabrication drawings

Health & safety focus

Education

Trade certificate in fitting & welding

Job description

Tiaki Wai is recruiting a Pipelines Fitter Welder for Wellington’s bulk water network, based at Pomare Depot. You will fabricate, fit and repair large-diameter steel pipes and assemblies to exact drawings, maintaining high workmanship and safety standards.

You will interpret technical drawings, manage material needs, and uphold welding qualifications in line with Tiaki Wai procedures, including ASME IX where applicable. A NZ Class 1 license and strong safety focus are essential.