Pipefitter, Welder

Liannu Limited Liability Partnership (Liannu LLP), a subsidiary of Pennecon Ltd., has been awarded a number of contracts at the Voisey’s Bay Mine site in Labrador. The primary work scopes include the mechanical, piping, electrical and instrumentation outfitting of the recently constructed Paste Plant and Booster Station buildings, as well as erection & installation of architectural components for additional pump houses, Flush house and Transfer stations for the Vale underground mine expansion project in Voisey’s Bay.

Pennecon / Liannu recognizes the commitments made in the Innu and Inuit Impact and Benefits Agreements and that preference for hiring will be given to qualified Innu Nation members and beneficiaries of the Labrador Inuit Lands Claims Agreement. Pennecon/Liannu also recognizes a commitment to give qualified workers from Labrador priority for employment opportunities. Innu Nation members and Nunatsiavut beneficiaries can also apply through Vale’s Aboriginal Employment Coordinators.

Pennecon / Liannu is requesting applications for interested and qualified candidates in the following position to compliment the effort being made by the UA 740 union hall:

Role: Pipefitter, Welder

Location: Voisey’s Bay, NL

The successful candidates for this position will have relevant training, certification and/or experience in the above trade, and will work with others to lays out, fabricate, assemble, and install piping and piping systems, fixtures, and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial processing systems. This position would be required to perform key welds on all scopes of work. May be required to perform pressure testing to assure pressure tight joints and proper circulation and flow.

Previous experience working in an Industrial environment will be an important consideration. All candidates will be required to complete a mandatory criminal background check, as well as successfully complete a medical and alcohol and drug test, before starting work on the site.

Additional requirements are as follows:

• Red Seal Journeyperson;
• Tickets in F3/F4, F6/F4, and F6/F5 welding;
• Must be capable of working at heights and Possess current Newfoundland and Labrador Fall arrest training certificate
• JLG/Aerial Work Platform training or have the ability to successfully complete those training courses;
• Ability to use hand and power tools and have Rigging course;
• Fluent in drawing reading and interpretation;
• Ability to communicate via radio;
• Must be capable of working in an arctic environment;
• Fit tested and capable of working while wearing full or half face respirators.
• First aid training.
• All successful applicants must join and become a member of the UA 740 union.

Project Information:

• Scheduled work rotation: two weeks on, two weeks off.
• Flights will be provided by the Company.
• Anticipated duration: Six months 

Application deadline - Friday September 15, 2023.

Please ensure you include your full name, address, community and province when applying. Find out more about Pennecon / Liannu by visiting our website at www.pennecon.com.