Mechanical Pipeline Technician Hot Tapping
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Job Location:
New Plymouth - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi (About the position)
Firstgas owns and operates New Zealands network of high-pressure gas transmission pipelines stretching more than 2500km.
These pipelines transport large volumes of gas to gas-fired power stations other energy retailers distribution networks petrochemical plants hospitals steel makers and other major industry.
Were looking for a Mechanical Pipeline Technician - Hot Tap to bring some good energy to our Specialist Trades this fantastic role youll provide specialist hot tap isolation pipeline repairs and welding supervision services for the gas transmission system and 3rd party pipeline owners.
You can expect to:
- Lead and apply best practice pipeline intervention and repair techniques to operational activities including but not limited in-service line tapping (hot tapping) line plugging/isolations by-pass operations and composite repairs.
- Provide support and supervision for pipeline welding welding of hot tap fittings and other connections to in-service pipelines.
- Complete issue and/or receive detailed permits (PTW) including but not limited to job hazard assessments (JHA) job specific check sheets lifting plans excavation plans and rescue plans.
- Provide excavation standover permitting and supervision to facilitate defect assessment and potential repair activities.
- Provide technical support to operations teams to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Participate in the 24/7 On-Call roster and emergency response.
This role is based out of our Bell Block (Taranaki) office with regular travel required around the country as we respond to both planned and reactive maintenance efforts. While the majority of our travel is planned there may be instances where we need to travel at short notice in the event of significant reactive maintenance requirements.
Qualifications :
Ko wai koe (About you)
As well as being an awesome team member who brings a can do attitude and good energy to everything you do youll also leverage your relationship management skills to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Along with your relevant trade qualification youll have 7 years mechanical experience. Ideally youll also have 2 years Hot Tap and Intervention experience and familiarity with pipeline defect assessment non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques welding practices procedural requirements and pipeline repair techniques.
An ability to work independently self-manage prioritise and proactively communicate is important along with a full clean drivers licence. You strive for continuous improvement developing yourself and others as you share your experiences particularly with apprentices and your hoamahi.
Were all about finding the right person and supporting you to grow your career.
Additional Information :
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou (Whats in it for you)
Yes the ad says were after a Mechanical Pipeline Technician but we know youre more than the job you do. At Clarus youll get the flexibility support and encouragement to thrive in all parts of your life. Over and above our competitive pay youll enjoy perks including extra leave entitlements free health insurance and an award-winning wellness programme. You can expect your hard work professionalism and performance to be valued and rewarded. Well support your enthusiasm to step up with training and development programmes and youll get to work with other great people in a safe healthy environment.
He aha e hiahia ana koe ki te mahi (What you need to do)
If you want to fill your workday with good energy then this is the job youve been looking for. Click the button below before applications close on 9 November 2025.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Mechanic Experience
- Hand Tools
- Industrial Equipment
- Industrial Maintenance
- Machining
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Assembly Experience
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Troubleshooting
About Company
Mō mātou - What is our story?Rockgas is New Zealand's number one supplier of LPG. At Rockgas we are committed to delivering market leading performance to shareholders and great value and service to our customers. How do we do this? With our talented team of employees working from one ... View more
