Pipe Fitters/Mechanical Fitters

We are looking for Pipe Fitters/Mechanical Fitters.

Do you hold a Certificate III Trade qualification with hands-on experience manufacturing piping systems?

Are you looking for a new opportunity?

About Us

Incat Tasmania is a global leader in the design and construction of lightweight aluminium ferries for passenger and vehicle transport worldwide. Backed by more than four decades of shipbuilding expertise and a highly skilled local workforce, Incat is now leading the global shift toward sustainable maritime transport. Home to the world’s most advanced electric shipbuilding program, Incat currently has the three largest battery-electric ships ever built – along with multiple hybrid-electric vessels – under construction at its Hobart shipyard, representing a strong pipeline of work that will continue for years to come.

Position Summary

Incat is home to the world’s most advanced electric shipbuilding program, with the three largest battery-electric ships ever built and multiple hybrid-electric vessels now under construction — a major pipeline of work that will continue for years to come.

Fitters are responsible for assembling, constructing and installing a range of mechanical and system components including engines, jets, thrusters, T-foils, fire systems; as well as undertaking Engineering works in accordance with Incat’s design specifications, DNV and vessel construction requirements. Incat’s mechanical Fitters will be able interpret and work from technical drawings, adhere to safe working procedures, and work in accordance with Incat’s high quality standards.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Attributes

• Cert III Qualification (mechanic, fitter and/or have experience in pipefitting)

• White Card

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team with minimal direct supervision

• Ability to meet deadlines and deliver consistent high-quality work in a team environment

In this role you will benefit by

• 4 day roster (Monday to Thursday)

• Purchased leave available 

• Competitive wage rate

• Tool allowance and overtime 

• Opportunities for career progression and further skill development

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical drawings and perform engineering measurements 

• Tack weld steel and aluminium 

• Manufacture piping systems. Ability to form pipe work with the aid of various tooling and equipment

• Manufacture & Install clamps, brackets and hangers to support piping systems

• Test systems for leaks or other issues using testing equipment

• Produce work to a survey standard

• General fabrication

For more information about this great opportunity, please contact the Careers Team on 03•••• •244 or submit your resume today.

No agencies, recruitment companies or third parties.