Mechanical Fitters & Pipe Fitters - FIFO Karratha | 2:1 Roster

20 Positions Available | Permanent Employment | Long-Term Project

CGC Recruitment is currently seeking 10 experienced Mechanical Fitters and 10 experienced Pipe Fitters for a long-term FIFO project based in Karratha, Western Australia.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure permanent employment directly with our client, offering excellent remuneration, a consistent 2:1 roster and long-term project security, with the project expected to run for the next 2-3 years.

We are seeking skilled tradespeople with experience in hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing across process piping and mechanical systems. Trade Assistants with relevant pressure-testing experience are also encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants must be available to mobilise within the next four weeks.

What's on Offer?

- Permanent employment directly with our client
- Excellent remuneration packages
- FIFO opportunities to Karratha, Western Australia
- Flights covered from any Australian capital city
- Consistent 2:1 roster
- Long-term project security, with an anticipated 2-3 year duration
- Opportunity to work on a major project alongside an experienced team

Mandatory Requirements To be considered for these opportunities, you must meet the following requirements:

- Hold full Australian working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available.
- Hold an Australian trade qualification in your relevant discipline, or have your overseas trade qualification formally assessed and recognized as equivalent in Australia.
- Hold current Working at Heights (WAH), Gas Test Atmospheres (GTA) and Confined Space Entry (CSE) tickets, obtained within the last two years.




- Be able to successfully complete full pre-employment medical and LABDAS
- Be available to mobilise within the next four weeks.
- Demonstrate a solid commitment to workplace health, safety and quality standards.

About the Roles Successful candidates will be responsible for supporting mechanical and piping activities, including pressure testing, system preparation, testing execution and reinstatement in accordance with approved procedures, drawings and project specifications.

Key Skills & Experience

Hydrostatic & Pneumatic Pressure Testing

- Demonstrated experience conducting hydrostatic and/or pneumatic pressure testing on process piping and mechanical systems.
- Preparing systems for testing, including filling, venting, controlled pressurisation, pressure holding and depressurisation.
- Installing and removing test blinds, spades, temporary spools, hoses, manifolds and associated test equipment.
- Identifying test boundaries and verifying system configurations against drawings and test packs.
- Completing system reinstatement following successful testing.

Piping & Mechanical Expertise
- Strong background in pipefitting or mechanical fitting.
- Experience with flange management, bolting and gasket installation.
- Valve installation, removal and line-up.
- Sound understanding of piping components, pressure classes and appropriate fittings.
- Ability to interpret P&IDs;,



isometric drawings and general arrangement drawings.
- Trade Assistants with relevant hydrostatic or pneumatic testing experience are also encouraged to apply, subject to the applicable qualification and site requirements.

Test Equipment & Instrumentation
- Experience using hydrotest pumps and/or pneumatic pressure-testing equipment.
- Familiarity with pressure gauges, recorders, transducers, manifolds, regulators, relief devices, hoses and fittings.
- Understanding of calibrated instrumentation and appropriate pressure ranges.

Pneumatic Testing - Highly Desirable
- Previous high-pressure pneumatic testing experience.
- Strong understanding of stored-energy hazards associated with compressed gas.
- Experience implementing exclusion zones, controlling access and following staged pressurisation procedures.
- Clear, disciplined communication during pressurisation and depressurisation.
- Ability to follow approved testing procedures and safety requirements precisely.

About You You are a safety-focused, reliable tradesperson who takes pride in delivering quality work and working effectively within a team. You have the technical knowledge to interpret drawings, follow testing procedures and identify potential risks before work begins.

Previous experience on major resources, industrial or construction projects will be highly regarded.

How to Apply

If you meet the mandatory requirements and are looking for a long-term FIFO opportunity with excellent remuneration and permanent employment, we want to hear from you!

With 20 positions available and mobilisation required within the next four weeks, apply now through SEEK.

For further information, please contact CGC Recruitment.

📌 Mechanical and Pipe Fitters (Karratha)
🏢 CGC Recruitment
📍 Karratha