Journeyperson - Insulation

Altrad is a world leader in providing industrial services, generating high-added-value solutions principally for the Oil & Gas, Energy, Power Generation, Process, Environment and Construction sectors. The Group is also a recognized leader in manufacturing equipment dedicated to the Construction and Building market. Altrad's multidisciplinary services range from engineering and technical services to maintenance, access solutions and specialized services for industry leaders. Headquartered in France, the Group employs approximately 60,000 people globally.

LOCATION / REGION : Kitimat BC

CONDITIONS

• FIFO, 14 days on / 7 days off, 10hrs / day, camp provided.
• FIFO, 20 days on / 8 days off, 10hrs / day, camp provided.

KEY OBJECTIVES

• Commitment towards a safe working environment and positive safety culture.
• Responsible for delivering and maintaining high standards of work while carrying out the duties and responsibilities.
• Insulator applies thermal insulation system to items (piping, fittings, and equipment). Completes other duties as directed by their immediate supervisor or Management, and / or as required by the business needs.
• Insulators with sheet metal worker experience contribute to the application of sheet metal to insulation systems fitted to items such as piping, fittings, and equipment.

MAIN ACTIVITIES

SAFETY

• Ensure adherence of members of the workforce to Altrad Golden Rules and Life Saving Rules (LSR) through continuous mentoring and coaching.
• Knowledge of onshore statutory safety regulations and permit-to-work systems.
• Participate in the development of Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) and site risk assessment discussions and adhere to the requirements of risk assessments and permits signed on to.
• Prompt reporting of any witnessed hazards, near misses, incidents, and / or injuries regardless of how minor.
• Action and ensure approved barriers and signage is in place prior to the commencement of work, and maintained throughout and removed upon safe completion.
• Maintain appropriate hydration levels and monitor self for signs of heat stress and take shade breaks when required to always ensure individual safety.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided and RPE if required (must be clean shaven), gloves, ear protection, eye protection, safety boots, Fire Retardant Clothing (FRC), UV, and other PPE as required.
• Monitor the fitness for purpose and signs of wear and tear of PPE and tooling being utilized. Promptly communicate any requirements for replacements to your supervisor.
• Follow site safety procedures and objectives.
• Prioritize safety over all else and look out for your colleagues.

QUALITY

• Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the applicable quality documentation (i.e. specifications).
• Handle and utilize sheet metal materials, insulation, industrial mastics, and other insulation ancillaries / consumables in accordance with applicable material safety data sheets (MSDS).
• Adhere to Hold points and do not proceed past them until an inspection is successfully completed.
• Contribute to preliminary quality checks to ensure that the desired quality is met as per specifications prior to invitation for inspection.
• Promptly alert the supervisor once an insulation system inspection step is complete to a part of a scope of work to allow the supervisor to visually inspect the work and raise an invitation for inspection to the quality inspector.
• Raise any quality concerns and actively participate in quality discussions.

PEOPLE

• Participate in pre-starts, de-briefs, and toolbox meetings.
• Treat all colleagues with respect and demonstrate a commitment towards a team effort. Maintain communication and cooperative relationships within the team and with other personnel on-site.
• Positively contribute to coordination and interface discussions.
• Support trainees within the crews if allocated as a mentor / buddy.

OPERATIONAL

• Apply thermal insulation to piping, fittings, and equipment as directed by your supervisor.
• Apply sheet metal or flexible jacketing to the insulation system fitted to manufactured items (piping, fittings, equipment, etc.) as directed by your supervisor and in-line with your capabilities.
• Apply material to piping and fittings as directed by your supervisor in-line with your certification and capabilities.
• Ensure entry and exit through the work site gates in adherence with approved shift times.
• Ensure prompt timekeeping and travel to and from work fronts in adherence with approved break times.
• Action appropriate and safe movement and storage of insulation and sheet metal materials at the work fronts.
• Strive to optimize productivity and maximize tool time in a safe manner.
• Interpret and correctly read insulation fabrication drawings and specifications.
• Demonstrate the capability to measure piping, fittings and equipment for fabrication purposes.
• Plan and always maintain a good housekeeping regime.
• Actively support the project’s continuous improvement drive through communication of any such ideas to the supervisor.

COMPLIANCE

• Safe use of plant and equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and site requirements.
• Demonstrate a willingness and capability to perform other duties as deemed appropriate and consistent with your professional qualifications, skills, or experience.
• Positively interact with the customer and listen to and understand the customer (both internal and external), anticipating and providing solutions to customer needs and giving high priority to customer satisfaction.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

• Must be able to pass verification of competency assessment.
• Must be able to comply with pre-access drug & alcohol screening and pre-employment medical assessment.
• Five years of experience, preferable in Oil & Gas, petrochemical, or similar related industries (i.e. mining, and / or construction).
• Lead Hand roles must demonstrate leadership and organizational skills and be of advanced proficiency in thermal insulation application. Minimum of five years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills (at minimum).
• Prior experience on Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) sites, particularly live / operational sites, is highly desirable.
• Demonstrate practical experience of risk management processes.
• Valid Working at Heights ticket.
• Elevated Work Platform (EWP) ticket is desirable.
• Experience interacting with the range of trades and non-trades.
• Good communicator with the ability to positively work well in a team environment.
• Willingness to work on a wide range of tasks involving on and off-site work as required.

Altrad Services Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer and we thank all applicants for their interest. However, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Job Type : Full-time, Fixed term contract