Fitter (FTR) | Tanker - LPG - Fully Pressurized | Worldwide

OSM MARITIME SERVICES, INC.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 3,785,000 - 5,363,000; Full time

Job summary

OSM Thome seeks an experienced Fitter (FTR) to join a fully pressurized LPG tanker trading worldwide under Liberia flag, with joining port in Houston. The Fitter will support deck and engine departments in maintenance and repair of steel structures, pipelines and machinery.

Requirements include 1 year sea service as Fitter, welding/gas cutting skills, and valid US visa for joining in Houston, plus STCW certificates and good English for shipboard operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year sea service as Fitter on tankers (LPG experience preferred).
• Good knowledge of welding, gas cutting and basic machining.
• Familiar with tanker safety practices and hot work procedures.
• Valid US visa for joining in Houston.
• Valid STCW certificates as per rank and vessel type.
• Good English communication for shipboard operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform steel repairs, cutting, grinding and welding on deck and in engine room.
• Maintain and repair pipelines, supports, foundations and other structural parts.
• Assist in maintenance of deck and engine equipment as instructed by senior officers.
• Carry out hot work safely in enclosed and open spaces.
• Use and maintain hand tools and workshop machinery properly.
• Follow onboard safety procedures and permit-to-work systems.

Skills

Fitter

Welding

Gas cutting

Machining

English

Safety procedures

Hot work

Education

STCW certificates

Job description

Join our team and advance your maritime career today!

OSM Thome seeks Fitter (FTR) for LPG fully pressurized tanker, Liberia flag, worldwide. Min 1 year experience & valid US visa. Joining: Houston.

Fitter (FTR) – Tanker LPG Fully Pressurized – Liberia Flag – Joining Houston – Worldwide Trade

Description
OSM Thome is looking for an experienced Fitter (FTR) to join a fully pressurized LPG tanker, trading worldwide under Liberia flag, with joining port in Houston. The Fitter will support deck and engine departments in maintenance and repair of steel structures, pipelines and machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform steel repairs, cutting, grinding and welding on deck and in engine room
• Maintain and repair pipelines, supports, foundations and other structural parts
• Assist in maintenance of deck and engine equipment as instructed by senior officers
• Carry out hot work safely in enclosed and open spaces
• Use and maintain hand tools and workshop machinery properly
• Follow onboard safety procedures and permit-to-work systems

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year sea service experience as Fitter on tankers (LPG experience preferred)
• Good knowledge of welding, gas cutting and basic machining
• Familiar with tanker safety practices and hot work procedures
• Valid US visa for joining in Houston
• Valid STCW certificates as per rank and vessel type
• Good English communication for shipboard operations

Location

Worldwide

Contract Type

At sea

Employment Type

Contractual

Recruitment Office

Philippines (ALL)

Position

Fitter (FTR)

Application Deadline

15 Nov 2026