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What is a fly in fly out millwright?

A Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) Millwright is a skilled tradesperson who installs, maintains, and repairs industrial machinery in remote locations. These jobs typically involve working in mining, oil and gas, or large-scale construction sites where employees are flown in for scheduled shifts and flown out for time off. FIFO millwrights work on rotating schedules, such as two weeks on and two weeks off, providing reliable machinery operation in challenging environments. This role requires mechanical expertise, troubleshooting skills, and adaptability to varying work conditions.

What is the typical work schedule and living arrangement for a fly in fly out millwright?

Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) Millwrights commonly work on rotational schedules, such as two weeks on-site followed by one week off, depending on the employer and project needs. Accommodation is usually provided in camp settings near the job site, offering meals and basic amenities to support employees during their shifts. This arrangement allows Millwrights to focus on their specialized maintenance and repair tasks while away from home, and fosters a team-oriented work environment with other skilled tradespeople. Being prepared for extended stays in remote locations is important, and many people appreciate the work-life balance this schedule can provide. FIFO roles can also offer unique opportunities for overtime pay and exposure to large-scale industrial projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fly in fly out millwright?

To thrive as a Fly In Fly Out Millwright, you need strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and experience with industrial maintenance, often supported by a trade certification or journeyman status. Familiarity with precision tools, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is typically required. Strong teamwork, adaptability, and effective communication skills are essential for working in remote sites and coordinating with diverse teams. These skills are vital for ensuring equipment reliability and safety in challenging, fast-paced environments where independent problem-solving is often necessary.

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Industrial Millwright / Mechanical Fitter - Adhoc

Wood PLC

Saint John's, NL

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago


Job description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world. 

Wood is recruiting an Industrial Millwright / Mechanical Fitter - Adhoc (Casual /Temporary) to join its Operations team focusing on the oil and gas petrochemical industry. This opportunity is offshore Newfoundland and Labrador, working on an as needed, call-out basis. As an Industrial Millwright / Mechanical Fitter, you will install, maintain, repair and troubleshoot stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment. As well as planning and executing millwright activities in accordance with drawings and specifications. Within this role you will work in confined spaces and/or at heights, in outdoor and extreme temperatures and weather conditions. 

The Role

  • Location: Offshore Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Site / Office based: Hibernia Platform 
  • Hours of work: 12 hours per day
  • Rotation / work pattern: Call out, as needed
  • Required: Site-specific medical, drug and alcohol testing
  • Unionized position: Rates follow the Collective Bargaining Agreement

You will be working in confined spaces and/or at heights, as well as noisy conditions. Work may be indoors or outdoors, and at extreme temperatures.

In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd., we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates. We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for the application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments.

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement 
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

What makes you remarkable? 

As a successful candidate you will have completed 4 Period Apprenticeship (minimum of 1,560hrs per period, directly related to the trade), followed by Journeyperson Certification OR a valid Journeyperson Certificate issued by another Canadian province or Territory with Interprovincial Red Seal Certification OR provides evidence of a minimum of 6,240 hours of experience directly related to the trade. All employees are required to demonstrate competence in their trade.

The following offshore certificates and training are required and would be considered an asset:

  • Basic Survival Training (BST) including HUET and HUEBA
  • Rigging, Slinging, and Banksman
  • Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) Alive
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS 2015)
  • Offshore Safety Regulatory Awareness
  • Fall Protection
  • Confined Space Entry
  • Emergency First Aid

When submitting your application to Wood please upload all your relevant Certifications.

Physical Requirements

  • Must pass a site-specific drug and alcohol test and CAPP Medical as required by the customer
  • Must be able to safely lift and carry up to 50lbs
  • Must possess enough strength and stamina to perform the technical duties and essential functions as identified above
  • Able to move and work in confined spaces, following proper protocol 
  • May be required consistently to work 12-hour shifts performing physical labor in varying temperature extremes and conditions. May be required to work overtime on occasion
  • Must be able to climb and maintain balance on stairs, ladders, scaffolds and steel framework, utilizing proper fall arrest procedures when required. Able to safely and comfortably work at heights without posing a danger to oneself or others 
  • Able to meet physical requirements of frequent walking, climbing, standing, bending, twisting and crawling for the duration of the shift

Technical Duties and Essential Functions

  • Follow all company and site-specific safety rules, and always working within the Company's Safety Program. Maintaining behavior-based safety essentials and adherence to the Life Saving Rules. Understand and respond accordingly to all safety alerts, warnings, hazards, etc. 
  • Listen and communicate effectively and respectfully. Work as a part of a team, under the direction of a foreman and/or general foreman. Maintain motivation to work safely and productively
  • Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy, understanding and following specifications and drawings. Apply mathematics and geometry to solve problems
  • Plan work and select proper tools, equipment and machinery. Estimating and selecting materials required to complete a job or task. Planning sequences of methods of work
  • Read and interpret blueprints, layout plans, vendor installation and operation manuals, and other schematic drawings to determine work procedures
  • Dismantle machines using hand tools
  • Move machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers and trucks
  • Construct foundation for machines using hand tools and building materials, such as wood, cement and steel
  • Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rulers, micrometers and plumb bobs
  • Assemble machines and equipment. Bolt, weld, rivet or otherwise fasten them to foundation or other structures using hand tools and power tools. Align and test equipment making any necessary adjustments. Must have knowledge of optical and laser alignments
  • Service and repair pneumatic and hydraulic equipment
  • May operate engine lathe to grind, file and turn machine parts to dimensional specifications
  • May use transit and level for equipment setting
  • May be responsible for tack welding if required
  • Performs lubricating maintenance, cleaning activities, and repair of tools, machines, and equipment
  • Perform other duties as required