Fitter

Job Title: Fabrication Fitter
Industry: Oil & Gas / Refinery / Petrochemical / Heavy Fabrication
Department: Fabrication / Production
Experience: 2–5 years (preferred)
Qualification: ITI Fitter / Relevant Technical Qualification

Job Summary
We are looking for a skilled Fabrication Fitter with experience in API-standard fabrication work for oil & gas, refinery, and petrochemical projects. The candidate should be capable of reading engineering drawings, performing fit-up activities, and ensuring fabrication work meets project specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Carry out fit-up and fabrication of pipes, structural steel, pressure vessels, tanks, and related components as per approved drawings and specifications.
Read and interpret fabrication drawings, isometric drawings, GA drawings, and welding details.
Perform marking, measuring, cutting, grinding, beveling, alignment, and tack welding preparation.
Ensure correct root gap, alignment, orientation, dimensions, and joint preparation before welding.
Work according to applicable API standards, approved WPS, project specifications, and quality procedures.
Coordinate with welders, welding supervisors, QC inspectors, and fabrication supervisors.
Use measuring instruments such as measuring tapes, vernier calipers, squares, spirit levels, and alignment tools.
Assist in fit-up inspections and rectify dimensional discrepancies identified by QC.
Follow material identification, traceability, and proper handling procedures.
Maintain housekeeping and comply with site HSE rules and permit-to-work requirements.
Ensure work is completed within the project schedule without compromising quality or safety.
Technical Skills
Pipe and structural fabrication fit-up.
Knowledge of pipe fittings, flanges, elbows, tees, reducers, and valves.
Understanding of pipe spool fabrication and weld joint preparation.
Ability to interpret engineering and fabrication drawings.
Knowledge of dimensional tolerances, alignment, and fit-up inspection requirements.
Familiarity with applicable API standards, ASME codes, and project quality requirements.
Knowledge of safe operation and use of hand tools, grinders, and fabrication equipment.
Qualification and Experience
ITI Fitter or equivalent technical qualification preferred.
Minimum 2–5 years of relevant fabrication experience preferred.
Experience in oil & gas, refinery, petrochemical, pressure vessel, tank, or piping projects.
Familiarity with API-related projects and inspection requirements.
Ability to work in a workshop or on-site fabrication environment.
Safety and Quality Requirements
Follow approved drawings, method statements, and project procedures.
Use appropriate PPE and follow all HSE requirements.
Ensure fit-up is inspected and accepted before welding.
Maintain dimensional accuracy and support material traceability.
Report any non-conformity or unsafe condition to the supervisor.
Reporting To: Fabrication Supervisor / Foreman