Pipe Testing and Flushing Technician (Pipe Fitter) | SA-Osborne Naval Shipyard

Job description

Pipe Testing and Flushing Technician (Pipe Fitter)

Permanent Fulltime  

At BAE Systems Australia

• · Do interesting work that MATTERS
• · ENJOY what you do
• · GROW your career
• · NINE Day Fortnight

$49 - $53 per hour permanent waged - Possibility for Afternoon Shift work with 30% loading

Commencement rate - $49.45

Rate increases

• 3-months post commencement ($51.55) * #
• 9-months post commencement ($53.66) *
• Annual 5% rate increases in July 2026, July 2027 & July 2028

*Rate increases are subject to capability and performance reviews

#Rate difference backdated to start date

Do you want to work in the most advanced shipyard in the world, building the most complex Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigate or Air Warfare Destroyer? If so, we have multiple opportunities for Pipe Fitters with specific experience in pipe testing and flushing (pipe cleaning processes) within the Production Team based in Osborne, SA.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work. 

About the OPPORTUNITY

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertake tasks and duties as directed by Production Supervision and or Trades Trainer within bounds of current competence.
• Attend and complete relevant on‐the‐job training as required
• Install various arrays of fittings and equipment to be utilised in the testing and flush process
• Verify pipe installation completeness and quality
• Work with process instructions and risk assessments to complete hydrostatic and/or pneumatic pipe testing
• Work with process instructions and risk assessments to complete system flushing and other cleanliness procedure to ensure successful system commissioning
• Strive to continuously improve teamwork, processes and effectiveness in the work area.
• Adhere to the BAE Maritime Australia policies and management practices.

About you:

 As an ideal applicant for this opportunity, you will have: 

• Certificate 3 Trade Qualification.
• Experience with pressure testing and/or flushing/cleaning of piping systems
• Knowledge of various types of pipe/hydraulic/air fittings/connections is advantageous
• Basic schematic drawing knowledge
• Experience/knowledge of Pipe installation processes
• Strong safety focus and enhancing the site safety environment.
• Strong time keeping abilities.
• Excellent communication, influencing and skills.

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.

Further information regarding security clearances

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes.  If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse, and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.