Pipefitter

We’re looking for a skilled Pipefitter with welding experience to join our team. You’ll install, assemble, maintain and repair pipework for heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems across commercial / industrial / residential projects.

The successful candidate will be confident reading technical drawings, working with a range of pipe materials and carrying out high-quality welds safely and efficiently. You’ll work closely with supervisors, engineers and other trades to deliver projects to specification and schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, plans, isometric drawings and specifications.
• Measure, mark out, cut, prepare, bend and assemble pipework.
• Install, modify and repair HVAC pipe systems, including heating and chilled-water lines.
• Weld pipework using applicable processes, such as TIG, MIG, stick or other methods relevant to the project.
• Complete welding and pipefitting work to required quality, pressure, safety and code standards.
• Fit valves, pumps, flanges, supports, hangers and other pipework components.
• Carry out system pressure tests, leak checks, flushing and other commissioning or quality-control tasks as required.
• Identify and resolve installation issues, reporting defects or design clashes to the supervisor.
• Coordinate work with other trades and keep the work area clean and organised.
• Follow site procedures, risk assessments, permits and health and safety requirements.
• Maintain tools and equipment and complete job records or inspection documentation.

Essential qualifications and experience

• Proven experience as a pipefitter, ideally in HVAC, mechanical services or building-services construction.
• A current, recognised welding qualification relevant to the work and jurisdiction.
• Demonstrable pipe-welding experience, including the ability to produce consistent, quality welds.
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with HVAC pipe systems and associated materials and fittings.
• Knowledge of safe working practices, including hot-work procedures and the use of personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a site team.
• Good communication, problem-solving and time-management skills.
• Right to work in South Africa and willingness to work at project sites as required.

Desirable

• Experience with commercial or industrial HVAC installations.
• Additional welding tickets or coded-welder qualifications relevant to the role.
• Relevant trade apprenticeship, diploma or vocational qualification in pipefitting, welding or mechanical services.
• Experience with chilled-water, heating-water, steam, refrigerant or other specialist systems, where applicable.
• Current site safety card, first-aid training or other relevant safety certifications.
• A valid driving licence and ability to travel between sites.

What we offer

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.
• Overtime opportunities, where available.
• Ongoing projects and opportunities for development.
• Supportive team environment and access to appropriate tools and equipment.

Email: clint@clagroup.co.za

Should you not receive any feedback or correspondence two (2) weeks, count your application unsuccessful.

Pay: R15 000,00 - R30 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person