Turbine Fitter / Mechanical Fitter – Turbines

Job Title: Turbine Fitter / Mechanical Fitter – Turbines

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Turbine Fitter / Mechanical Fitter with a solid background in the maintenance, assembly, disassembly, and alignment of steam and/or gas turbines. As a mid-level professional, you will play a key role in overhauls, planned maintenance, and troubleshooting of turbine equipment in compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. You will work both independently and as part of a team, often supervising junior technicians on-site or in the workshop.

Key Responsibilities:

Turbine Maintenance & Overhaul:

• Dismantle, inspect, refurbish, and reassemble turbine components including rotors, blades, casings, diaphragms, seals, and bearings.

• Perform critical alignments, torqueing, balancing, and installation of couplings and piping interfaces.

• Ensure correct fitment of gaskets, O-rings, and mechanical seals per OEM guidelines.

Site & Workshop Operations:

• Lead or assist in major shutdowns, turnarounds, and emergency repairs.

• Conduct mechanical fitting operations using tools such as torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, and precision instruments.

• Coordinate with engineers and planners for maintenance scope execution.

Quality and Safety Compliance:

• Follow safety procedures and use proper PPE at all times during field or workshop activities.

• Maintain detailed documentation of activities, findings, and mechanical conditions.

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections and report non-conformities.

Team Support & Development:

• Provide guidance to junior fitters and apprentices during turbine maintenance.

• Report progress, issues, and safety concerns to supervisors and project managers.

• Participate in toolbox talks, job safety analyses (JSAs), and continuous improvement meetings.

Key Focus Areas:

• Turbine disassembly, inspection, and reassembly

• Precision mechanical fitting and alignment

• Field shutdown support and workshop refurbishments

• Safety, documentation, and team collaboration

Qualifications and Skills:

Educational Requirements:

• ITI, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical qualification

• OEM or advanced training in turbine systems (preferred)

Experience:

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in mechanical fitting, including turbine overhauls

• Familiarity with steam and/or gas turbine components and auxiliary systems

Technical Skills:

• Skilled in precision measurements, alignment techniques, and mechanical tolerances

• Proficient in reading engineering drawings and OEM manuals

• Able to use turbine-specific tools and lifting/rigging equipment

Soft Skills:

• Strong teamwork and leadership qualities

• Good communication and reporting skills

• Ability to work under pressure during critical outages or turnarounds