Piping Supervisor

3C Metal; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

3C Metal in Bellville, South Africa, seeks a Piping Supervisor to oversee workshop piping fabrication, ensuring quality, safety and timely delivery. The role requires coordinating isometric drawings, P&IDs, welding procedures, and NDT compliance within high‑pressure environments.

You will lead pipe fitters and welders, manage resources, and maintain documentation/control to support multi‑discipline project teams across marine, mining and energy sectors.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification (Pipe Fitter or Boilermaker) or equivalent certification.
• 5+ years piping fabrication experience, with 2–3 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in oil & gas, energy, marine, or high‑pressure piping environments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise piping fabrication activities in the workshop, ensuring compliance with project specifications, drawings, procedures, and schedules.
• Coordinate inspections, including dimensional checks, visual inspection, NDT, and ensure material traceability.
• Lead, mentor and manage pipe fitters, welders and related personnel to maintain productivity, workmanship quality and safety.
• Plan and allocate resources efficiently, monitor fabrication progress, and report bottlenecks to project teams.
• Enforce HSE policies and promote a strong safety culture within the piping team.

Skills

Leadership

Drawing interpretation

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Trade qualification (Pipe Fitter/Boilermaker)

Job description

Position description

Job title

Piping Supervisor

Contract type

Permanent

Job Description

Established in 1995, 3C Metal Group started as a specialist in high-pressure piping, welding, and installation services for the oil and gas sector. Over the years, the company has diversified its expertise into renewable energy, green technology, power generation, marine, and mining industries. Today 3C Metal Group is present in eight countries across four continents and has a workforce of 1000 employees. In 2024, 3C Metal Group joined the Ortec Group, further enhancing our capabilities and expanding our global presence.

The Piping Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all piping fabrication activities within the workshop, ensuring that production is executed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with project specifications and quality requirements.

Profile

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all piping fabrication activities in the workshop, ensuring compliance with project specifications, drawings, procedures, and schedules.
• Ensure piping fabrication, fit-up, and assembly are carried out in accordance with approved isometric drawings, P&IDs, welding procedures (WPS), and applicable codes and standards.
• Coordinate inspections, including dimensional checks, visual inspection, NDT, and ensure proper documentation and traceability of materials.
• Lead, mentor, and manage pipe fitters, welders, and related personnel to maintain productivity, workmanship quality, and safety standards.
• Plan and allocate resources efficiently, monitor fabrication progress, and provide feedback to project teams regarding performance, bottlenecks, and constraints.
• Ensure materials are correctly identified, handled, and controlled in line with project requirements and quality standards.
• Enforce HSE policies and promote a strong safety culture within the piping team.
• Technical Support & Problem Solving: Assist in resolving technical piping fabrication issues, including fit-up discrepancies, tolerance challenges, and non-conformance matters.

Qualifications / Experience

• Educational background:
• Trade qualification (e.g., Pipe Fitter / Boilermaker) or equivalent technical certification.
• Years of experience: 5+ years of piping fabrication experience, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Industry knowledge: Experience in fabrication workshops, oil & gas, energy, marine, or high-pressure piping environments is essential.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of piping fabrication processes
• Ability to read and interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, and general arrangement drawings
• Knowledge of piping materials, tolerances, and dimensional control
• Familiarity with welding practices related to piping and associated NDT requirements
• Computer literacy: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Additional skills: Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple work fronts simultaneously.

Salary range

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