FITTER FABRICATION

A Fitter - Fabrication reads technical blueprints, measures and cuts metal components, and assembles or welds structures to exact specifications. Job Title Fitter - Fabrication (Capital Goods / Manufacturing / Construction Sector) Job Summary The Fitter-Fabricator is responsible for interpreting engineering drawings, marking, cutting, shaping, and fitting metal parts together. They perform basic manual welding and oxy-fuel cutting to construct, assemble, and repair metallic structures, equipment, or sub-assemblies. Key Responsibilities Blueprint Reading: Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and project layouts. Layout & Marking: Measure, trace, and mark out dimensions on raw metal stock using precision tools. Material Processing: Perform sawing, grinding, drilling, chiseling, threading, and tapping. Cutting & Welding: Carry out manual oxy-fuel gas cutting and basic manual metal arc welding (MMAW / SMAW). Fitting & Assembly: Align, clamp, and tack-weld or bolt components together according to strict tolerances. Quality Inspection: Check dimensions, squareness, and surface finish using calipers, rules, and gauges. Safety & Compliance: Maintain a clean workspace and follow workplace health, safety, and PPE guidelines.