Lead Welding Supervisor – Structural Steel Fabrication

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Regular overtime opportunities

Comprehensive benefits plan including

Job summary

Our client in Kimberley is seeking an experienced Welding Supervisor to oversee daily welding operations, ensure quality, safety, and efficiency of the team and processes.

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of welding techniques, materials and codes, lead a skilled crew, interpret drawings, manage consumables, and uphold industry standards in a demanding fabrication environment.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as Welder with SANS/AWS certifications.
• 6+ years in structural steel fabrication, with 3+ years in supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Experience with NDT is a plus.
• Strong leadership and commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the welding team.
• Ensure welding procedures meet industry standards (SANS, AWS).
• Conduct quality checks on welds and fabricated components.
• Oversee safe operation of welding equipment and maintain organization.
• Provide technical guidance and training to welders.
• Interpret blueprints and welding specifications for fabrication projects.
• Manage welding consumables and stock levels.
• Enforce safety regulations and procedures related to welding.
• Investigate welding-related issues or defects.
• Collaborate with project managers to meet timelines.

Skills

Leadership

Reading blueprints

Problem-solving

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Trade qualification as Welder (e.g., coded welder)

Tools

Welding processes SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW

Job description

Our client in Kimberley is seeking an experienced Welding Supervisor to oversee daily welding operations, ensure quality, safety, and efficiency of the team and processes.

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of welding techniques, materials and codes, lead a skilled crew, interpret drawings, manage consumables, and uphold industry standards in a demanding fabrication environment.