Pipefitter

Job Description

Job Description

Project

The Woodfibre LNG Project is located approximately 7 km west-southwest of Squamish, British Columbia. It involves the construction and operation of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility on the previous Woodfibre pulp mill site, which would have a storage capacity of 250,000 m3 and would produce approximately 2.1 million tons per year of LNG.

Woodfibre Management Ltd. is a privately held Canadian company based in Vancouver and a subsidiary of Pacific Energy Corporation Limited.

Position

The Pipefitter is an integral part of Woodfibre LNG's dynamic team, reporting directly to the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor. This hands-on position is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of piping systems at the WLNG Squamish site. All work must be performed in strict compliance with applicable codes, standards, and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will:

• Prior to start-up of the plant, support the development of maintenance procedures
• Participate in plant walkdowns covering mechanical and piping scopes
• During Commissioning of the plant, review leak testing work packs and support the execution of field activities
• Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, and specifications
• Measure and calculate pipe lengths, angles, and other specifications accurately
• Diagnose and resolve issues in piping systems, including leaks and pressure problems
• Support lifting and rigging piping and heavy materials
• Lay out, assemble, fabricate, maintain, and repair piping systems
• Cut, thread, bend, and weld pipes using various tools and equipment
• Blinding equipment to support repairs of systems
• Work closely with welders and Millwrights to complete installations
• Conduct pressure tests and inspections to ensure system integrity
• Perform equipment and system troubleshooting and maintenance
• Adhere to all site safety procedures, policies, and regulations
• Complete daily reports and maintain proper documentation
• Redline Drawings
• Redline line procedures
• Provide feedback on job plans to optimize tasks
• Remove & repair various types of valves
• Reporting of all accidents, near misses and hazardous conditions

HSSE

• 100% compliance with company HSE policies and guidelines
• Champion HSE as a member of the LNG Maintenance Team
• Timely intervention to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of personnel and plant
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to influence overall safety behavior in the plant
• Understanding of standard hand signals and communication protocols used when working with cranes and other lifting equipment

Requirements

Required Experience:

• British Columbia Journeyman Pipefitter Certification or Red Seal Journeyman
• Preference will be given to candidates who hold a dual ticket (Pipefitter/Millwright or Pipefitter/Welder)
• 5-7 years of experience in the oil and gas industry such as LNG, Refining & upgrading
• Experience with measuring and calculating pipe lengths, angles, and other specifications
• Knowledge of various rigging methods and techniques for lifting and moving heavy materials safely
• Ability to calculate loads and determine the appropriate rigging equipment and techniques for each task
• Experience with piping troubleshooting and resolving piping system leaks
• Are willing to comply with WLNG's drug-free and harassment-free work environment and comply with all safety policies and procedures.
• Undergo a pre-placement medical assessment of your fitness for duty, and Pre-Site Access testing for alcohol and specified drugs.

Additional Requirements:

• Rigging tickets considered an asset
• Ability to Support planned, unplanned Maintenance
• Ability to support Turnarounds
• Ability to work weekend and extended hours as required
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with large multi-disciplinary teams and contractors in a multicultural environment is an asset
• Communication/interpersonal skills – Ability to respectfully interacting with coworkers through to management
• Accepts responsibility and demonstrates a commitment to the delivery of tasks
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure, handle multiple tasks, and change priorities within tight time frames
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Energetic in pursuit of continuous improvement processes
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• The position is based on site in Squamish, BC (Project Site)
  

Only qualified candidates legally entitled to work in Canada will be contacted.

Woodfibre Management Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.

Thank you in advance for your interest!

Benefits

Hourly Rate: CAD $57/hr