Qualified Welder Job Cape Town area,South Africa,Trades / Skilled Labor

The Boilershop department currently has a vacancy for a hardworking, dedicated Qualified Welder to join their team. The successful candidate must be able to perform general welding on structures, other equipment and machinery.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Repair existing components while working accurately and neatly; this applies to repairs and maintenance performed in the workshop and onsite.
Work in conjunction with the Boilermakers and must be proficient in all forms of welding.
Ensure that the work space is kept neat and tidy (housekeeping) in the workshop and onsite.

Qualifying Criteria:

Must have a relevant trade test certificate in Welding ( no coding)
Minimum 5-8 years’ experience in a similar environment (Steel and or Industrial environment)
Must have experience in pipe welding, Copper, Brazing and Silver solder and Cast steel
Must be proficient in Mig, Tig Gas and SMAW
Extensive knowledge of power tools
Enjoys technical activities
Knowledge of Health and Safety Rules
Ability to work under challenging conditions
Excellent communication skills

Qualifying Attributes

Hard-working and self-motivated
Must be prepared to work overtime and weekends when required
Must be available to work December and Easter Shutdowns
Strength to handle materials & tools (physically fit)
Must have sober habits
Good hand-eye coordination
Able to work at heights and in confined spaces
Ability to work independently as well as in a team
Time management and organizational skills
Excellent standards in execution

Other Information:

Job title:

Qualified Welder

Reporting to:
Engineering Maintenance Manager

Job type:
Permanent position

Benefits include

Provident fund
Life cover at 4x annual salary
Funeral cover
15 x paid leave days per annum
Long service leave after five years of employment

Standard hours

07h30–17h00:
Monday – Thursday

07h30–16h00:
Friday

May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

Salary We offer a highly competitive package depending on the extent of the

applicant’s qualifications and experience.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all

applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by

a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the

company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed

as such.