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Pipeline Technician

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-27 → 2026-11-11

Core

Execute field services works for operated pipelines and external clients, including emergency welding, repair, leak testing, surveys, non-destructive testing, pigging, and commissioning.

Role type

Field pipeline technician

Builds

Pipeline integrity, safety, and operational readiness

Domain

Energy / Gas infrastructure

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Welding, leak testing, non-destructive testing, pipeline pigging, cathodic protection testing, mechanical aptitude, remote area work, unsupervised work

Preferred skills

Certificate III in process plant operations, CP 1 - Cathodic Protection Tester – NACE, mechanical fitting/plumbing trade, gas industry experience, landowner communication

Technologies

NACE standards, pipeline inspection tools

Responsibilities

Execute emergency welding and response, perform repair and leak testing, conduct depth of cover and cathodic protection surveys, perform non-destructive testing, execute pipeline pigging, manage testing and commissioning, conduct integrity inspections

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC