The Senior Instrument Fitter is responsible for leading field installation activities related to tubing, hook-up work, and mechanical integration of instrumentation systems. This role involves interpreting technical drawings, overseeing a team of fitters, ensuring installation quality, and aligning field activities with project standards and schedules. The position plays a key role in pre-commissioning readiness and cross-discipline coordination.
Lead installation and hook-up of field instruments (pressure, flow, level, and temperature devices) in line with P&IDs, isometrics, and hook-up drawings.
Supervise tube fitting, bending, swaging, routing, leak testing, and flushing of impulse lines.
Inspect and verify correct installation of instrument stands, supports, junction boxes, and conduit work.
Coordinate closely with electrical, piping, mechanical, and control system teams during construction and commissioning.
Ensure compliance with technical specifications, QA/QC standards, and industry codes (ISA, IEC, API).
Review and confirm material take-offs, assist in managing consumables, and raise alerts for shortages or installation clashes.
Participate in site walkdowns, punch listing, and support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
Mentor junior and mid-level instrument fitters, ensuring high-quality workmanship and adherence to safety protocols.
Maintain daily installation logs, progress reports, and ensure proper document control.
Enforce strict compliance with HSE requirements, including LOTO, confined space entry, and hot work procedures.
Technical Diploma or Trade Certificate in Instrumentation, Mechanical Fitting, or a related field
8–12 years of experience in instrumentation installation, with proven experience in leadership roles
Expertise in industrial tube fitting (SS/Cu), control hook-up systems, and mechanical integration of instruments
Proficient in interpreting detailed technical drawings (P&IDs, isometrics, loop drawings)
Experienced in major industrial projects (oil & gas, power, utilities, process plants)
Excellent field supervision and task coordination skills
Deep knowledge of instrumentation components and installation practices
Strong leadership, mentoring, and decision-making under pressure
High attention to detail and quality control
Solid communication skills and ability to interact with engineering and construction teams
Strong safety mindset and physical readiness for site work