Piping Supervisor

General information

Reference

2026-380 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.

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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

Market Related

Position location

Country

South Africa

Location

Stikland, Bellville Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

Technical qualifications / Industrial Training Institute

Qualification

Engineering school

Minimum level of experience required

2-5 years

Languages

English (4- Mother tongue)