Junior Pipe fitter

The Junior Pipe Fitter will support offshore piping and pipeline maintenance, repair, installation and inspection activities. The role requires practical pipe-fitting skills, strict compliance with offshore safety procedures, and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary maintenance team in an offshore environment.

3. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in pipe fitting, installation, alignment, dismantling and replacement activities.
• Carry out pipe surface repair and routine maintenance work as instructed by the supervisor.
• Assist with fabrication, modification and installation of piping components and supports.
• Read and work from basic piping drawings, isometric drawings and work instructions.
• Assist with measuring, cutting, fitting, positioning and alignment of pipes and fittings.
• Support inspection activities and identify visible defects, corrosion, damage or leakage.
• Assist in flange, valve, gasket and fitting installation and maintenance.
• Use hand tools, measuring tools and pipe-fitting tools safely and correctly.
• Follow approved method statements, risk assessments, Permit-to-Work (PTW) requirements and toolbox talks.
• Maintain good housekeeping and ensure tools and work areas are kept safe and organized.
• Report unsafe conditions, equipment defects and work-related issues to the supervisor immediately.
• Follow all offshore HSE, emergency response and environmental procedures.

4. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant pipe-fitting experience.
• Previous offshore experience is mandatory/preferred for successful deployment.
• Experience in piping, pipeline, oil & gas, petrochemical or heavy industrial maintenance is preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with pipe installation, fitting, maintenance and basic inspection activities.
• Ability to work safely in an offshore environment and follow strict site procedures.

5. MANDATORY CERTIFICATIONS & DOCUMENTS

• Valid T‑BOSIET (Tropical Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training) certificate.
• Valid offshore safety / emergency training certification as applicable to the project.
• Valid offshore medical fitness certificate approved/accepted for offshore deployment.
• Valid Qatar ID (QID) / legal work status, where applicable.
• Valid passport.
• NOC / transferable sponsorship status, where applicable.

6. TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Basic knowledge of piping systems, fittings, flanges, valves and pipe supports.
• Ability to use basic pipe-fitting hand tools and measuring equipment.
• Basic understanding of piping installation, alignment and maintenance practices.
• Ability to interpret basic piping drawings and work instructions.
• Good awareness of offshore hazards, PPE requirements and safe working practices.

7. PERSONAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physically fit and medically suitable for offshore work.
• Comfortable working in confined, elevated and outdoor/offshore conditions where required.
• Able to work shifts, extended hours and according to offshore rotation/project requirements.
• Good teamwork, discipline, communication and willingness to follow instructions.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance with company and client procedures.

8. SAFETY & HSE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Wear and maintain all required PPE at all times.
• Comply with Permit-to-Work, Job Safety Analysis/Risk Assessment and toolbox talk requirements.
• Follow offshore emergency response, evacuation and muster procedures.
• Immediately report unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, near misses and incidents.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and prevent spills, dropped objects and other workplace hazards.

9. CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Candidates with genuine offshore pipe-fitting experience will be given preference.
• Candidates must have valid and verifiable offshore training and medical certification.
• Candidates should be available for immediate deployment or short notice.
• Candidates must be willing to work on a 3-month offshore assignment in Qatar.

10. APPLICATION / DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

• Updated CV highlighting offshore pipe-fitting experience.
• Copy of passport.
• Copy of Qatar ID (QID), if applicable.
• NOC / sponsorship status, if applicable.
• T-BOSIET certificate.
• Offshore medical certificate.
• Other relevant offshore safety/training certificates.
• Employment/experience certificates, where available.

Important: All certificates and documents must be valid and verifiable. Final selection and mobilization will be subject to client approval, document verification, medical fitness and project requirements.

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