Boilermaker - 6months Contract

Persona Staff; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Persona Staff is looking for a skilled Boilermaker to join our manufacturing team in South Africa. The role covers fabrication, welding, machining, fitting, and installation of mechanical systems in an industrial setting.

The successful candidate will verify compliance with data packs, plan fabrication procedures, and perform precision machining and welding to tight tolerances. A Grade 12/NSC and a Boilermaker Trade Test are essential, with 3–5 years post-trade experience and a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate.
• Qualified Boilermaker Trade Test Certificate (essential).
• 3–5 years’ post-trade experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication, welding, machining, fitting, and installation practices.

Responsibilities

• Verify parts meet procurement register and data pack; report deviations.
• Ensure tools, materials and equipment are available and in good order.
• Plan and execute fabrication procedures efficiently.
• Perform material cutting using bandsaw, cut-off saw, cutting torch, grinder, etc.
• Execute MIG, TIG, and Arc welding with precision and adherence to standards.
• Drill and slot holes using correct equipment (hand drill, magbase drill, machining tools).
• Machining tasks such as turning, milling, boring, and grinding to achieve tolerances.
• Remove sharp edges, burrs, and welding spatter for next phase.
• Perform fitment and alignment of drives, clutches, gears, bearings, motors, pumps, gearboxes.
• Ensure proper installation and alignment of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Conduct machining and fitting planning per drawings and specs.
• Plan and execute installation procedures per engineering drawings and layout plans.
• Install machinery, structural platforms, water systems, and mechanical components as per specs.
• Conduct testing and commissioning to verify operation, safety and performance.
• Identify and rectify snags before final handover.

Skills

Fabrication

Welding

Machining

Fitting

Installation

Driver's license

Education

Boilermaker Trade Test Certificate

Grade 12 / NSC

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Fabrication & Preparation

• Verify that all parts comply with the procurement register and data pack; report any deviations.
• Ensure tools, materials, and equipment are available and in good working order.
• Plan and execute fabrication procedures efficiently.
• Perform material cutting using appropriate tools (bandsaw, cut-off saw, cutting torch, grinder, etc.).

Welding & Machining

• Execute MIG, TIG, and Arc welding with precision and adherence to standards.
• Drill and slot holes using correct equipment (hand drill, magbase drill, machining tools, etc.).
• Perform machining tasks such as turning, milling, boring, and grinding to achieve specified tolerances.
• Remove sharp edges, burrs, and welding spatter to prepare components for the next phase.

Fitting & Assembly

• Perform fitment and alignment of drives, clutches, gears, bearings, motors, pumps, gearboxes, and other components.
• Ensure proper installation and alignment of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Conduct machining and fitting planning, ensuring compliance with drawings and specifications.

Installation & Commissioning

• Plan and execute installation procedures in accordance with engineering drawings and layout plans.
• Install machinery, structural platforms, water systems, and mechanical components as per specifications.
• Conduct testing and commissioning to verify the operation, safety, and performance of installed systems.
• Identify and rectify snags before final handover

Requirements

• Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate.
• Qualified Boilermaker Trade Test Certificate (essential).
• 3–5 years’ post-trade experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication, welding, machining, fitting, and installation practices.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute your technical expertise to a leading international manufacturer with a reputation for quality and innovation.