Instrument Tubing Fitter
full-time
SPIE Oil & Gas Services (part of the SPIE Group) provides a complete range of services to some of the world’s largest oil and gas companies through its network of offices in 25 countries across Africa, the Middle-East and Asia-Pacific.
Our turnover has more than doubled in the last few years thanks to the dedication of our 4,000 employees to whom we give training, recognition, and genuine opportunities for career development. In order to support this growth, SPIE Oil & Gas Services is always seeking talented individuals to join its teams.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Instrument Tubing Fitter
Reference: 2026-44683 Location: Offshore, Nigeria
Job description
SPIE Global Services Energy is looking for Instrument Tubing Fitter to join its workforce on BONGA Offshore Project in Lagos Nigeria.
Interpret and work from P&IDs, tubing hook-up drawings, instrument installation drawings, isometric drawings, layouts, and construction specifications.
Install, route, support, and terminate instrument tubing for pressure, temperature, level, flow, control and other instrumentation systems.
Carry out installation of stainless steel, copper, carbon steel and other specified tubing materials in accordance with project specifications.
Fabricate tubing runs by accurately measuring, cutting, bending, forming and assembling tubing to suit approved drawings and site conditions.
Install and connect tube fittings, compression fittings, ferrule fittings, bulkhead fittings, manifolds, valves, needle valves, check valves and associated accessories.
Perform tubing installation between instruments, impulse lines, manifolds, process connection points, control valves and junction/interface points.
Ensure correct tubing routing, including proper slope, accessibility, clearance, supports, separation and protection against mechanical damage.
Install tubing supports, clamps, brackets and mounting accessories in accordance with approved drawings and engineering requirements.
Ensure tubing is correctly identified using tag numbers, line numbers, service identification and instrument references.
Carry out tubing installation for instrument air, process impulse, pneumatic control, hydraulic and other utility services as specified in the project scope.
Conduct tubing preparation activities including deburring, cleaning, flushing and protection of tube ends before connection.
Ensure all tubing connections are properly assembled and tightened using the correct tools, torque requirements and manufacturer's installation procedures.
Carry out leak testing, pressure testing, pneumatic testing and/or hydrostatic testing of tubing systems as required by approved procedures.
Identify and rectify tubing installation defects such as leaks, incorrect routing, damaged tubing, loose fittings, improper bending or inadequate supports.
Coordinate with Instrument Fitters, Instrument Technicians, Pipe Fitters, Welders, Electrical Technicians and other construction disciplines to resolve interface issues.
Verify installed tubing against approved drawings, material specifications, instrument hook-up drawings and project standards before inspection.
Assist QA/QC.
QHSE:
Ensures HSE policy fulfilment during his activities
Maintains a strong safety culture in line with Company HSE Requirements and Rules
Ensures compliance with Operating Procedures & Guidelines with the asset to ensure Process Safety, Operational Safety and Plan Integrity
Management System, including permit-to-work (PTW) procedures, SIMOPS, tool box talks, and job hazard analyses (JHA). He/she shall immediately address and report any unsafe acts or conditions in the work area.
Profile
Education: Minimum of an HND or B.Sc Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Technology, or a related technical discipline
Equivalent vocational training with relevant field experience will be considered
Experience: Minimum of 8 - 10 years of hands-on experience in electrical construction on oil and gas EPC projects, with at least 4–5 years in a supervisory role specifically covering cable tray installation and cable routing.
Experience on offshore platforms, FPSOs, or Deepwater projects is a strong advantage.
Technical Competencies:
Instrument tubing installation and fabrication
Tube bending (Autoclave & Swageloks) and routing
Compression fitting installation
Instrument hook-up
Stainless-steel tubing work
Pneumatic and hydraulic tubing
Pressure/leak testing
Reading P&IDs and instrument hook-up drawings
Tubing support installation
Oil & Gas construction practices
QA/QC inspection requirements
Permit-to-Work and HSE compliance
Ability to work at height and in confined/offshore environments where required
Team coordination and productivity control.
Certifications (Preferred):
CompEx or equivalent hazardous area certification
Working at Height certification
Confined Space Entry.
What can we offer you?
Work for an international Group with operations on every continent.
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Outdoor networks and street lighting
Information and communication systems
Nuclear power
Maintenance
Oil and gas
HVAC engineering
Electrical engineering
Mechanical engineering.
Working in energy and the environment.