Pipe Fitters – Fixed Term Project Role | FIFO Karratha | Major WA Construction Project Tecside is seeking experienced, trade-qualified Pipe Fitters for a major construction project in Karratha, WA. This is a full-time fixed-term contract, not casual work, on one of the most important industrial construction projects currently underway in Australia. Project Ceres will support long-term domestic urea production, which is critical to Australia’s agricultural supply chain, industrial capability and long-term economic growth. This is a genuine long-term project opportunity for Pipe Fitters who want structured site conditions, strong project continuity and the security of fixed-term employment on a landmark build. The Opportunity FIFO from Perth only 20:8 day shift swing 19:8 working roster Full-time fixed-term contract Camp and meals provided Flights provided from Perth Weekly pay and penalties Long-term project opportunity on a major WA construction project Full-time benefits including leave accruals and the structure of fixed-term project employment Supportive team environment, training and development opportunities About the role We are seeking Pipe Fitters with strong hands-on construction experience in major industrial environments. The role will involve: fabrication and installation of various sizes of pipework working with a range of exotic materials and associated piping components cutting, beveling and fitting pipe in accordance with isometric drawings assembly of pipe spools including valves and associated instruments working with other disciplines, including riggers, to position and erect pipework of varying sizes fit-up and preparation of pipework for welding and installation What we are specifically looking for To be competitive for this role, candidates should have: 5 years’ hands-on construction experience as a Pipe Fitter genuine site-based industrial pipe fabrication and installation experience experience across a range of pipe sizes strong experience with flanges, valves, supports and fittings experience working from isometric drawings fit-up, beveling, alignment and spool assembly capability experience with carbon steel piping ideally exposure to Inconel cladding, compressor hook-up piping, risers and flowline Preferred background Candidates will be highly regarded if they have experience in: LNG projects oil and gas projects refinery or process plant construction major mining construction projects brownfields or greenfields construction scopes where pipefitting was a core part of the role Essential requirements: Suitable candidates will hold: relevant Fabrication Trade Certificate or equivalent trade qualification White Card / Construction Card Working at Heights EWP / High Risk Work Licence Confined Space Gas Test Atmospheres Current Australian Driver’s Licence Full working rights in Australia Ability to pass a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screening Please do not apply if: your experience is mainly Mechanical Fitting rather than Pipe Fitting your experience is mainly workshop fabrication with no strong site installation history your piping experience is limited to maintenance-only flange work your background is primarily plumbing rather than industrial pipefitting To be shortlisted, your CV should clearly show: major project names site-based construction pipefitting experience pipe sizes worked on materials worked on isometric drawing experience spool assembly experience flange / valve / support installation experience fit-up, beveling and pipe preparation experience any exposure to compressor hook-up, risers, flowline or exotic materials Why apply through Tecside? Tecside is actively supporting delivery on a major WA construction project and is looking to speak with genuine industrial Pipe Fitters who want to join a well-structured FIFO team on a long-term fixed-term contract. If you have the right background and want to be considered, apply now with an up-to-date CV that clearly demonstrates your site-based Pipe Fitter construction experience. Either apply now, or send your resume to a.offless@tecside.com.au.
