Boilermaker - Contractor

Komatsu Chile; Brakpan; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global company in construction and mining as a boilermaker. This role demands expertise in fabricating structural work, operating machines, and ensuring safety standards. With a proven ability to work independently or within teams, you will contribute significantly to innovative projects in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant boilermaker experience.
• Hands-on experience working on KMC machinery.
• Completed Introduction to Gas Safety course or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings and develop structural work.
• Operate machines and perform welding tasks.
• Regular inspection of machinery.

Skills

Proficiency in using a cutting torch

Ability to read technical drawings

Safety understanding

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Trade Test Qualification – Red Seal: Boilermaker

Tools

Portable hand and power tools

Overhead cranes

Job description

Company Information

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!

Job Specification (not totally inclusive)

• Interpret drawings sketches and Developments;
• Be able to fabricate structural work, Spade section, Shuttle cars, Boom and conveyor, Continuous miners;
• Use portable hand and power tools;
• Thermal applications and perform arc welding;
• Gas cutting and heating;
• Oxygen fuel gas welding and brazing (Final Ass);
• Regular inspection of machinery;
• Operate Machines.
  
  

Minimum Skills Required

• Grade 12 or equivalent;
• Trade Test Qualification – Red Seal: Boilermaker;
• 3–5 years of relevant boilermaker experience;
• Specialized Equipment Experience: Hands-on experience working on KMC machinery;
• Torch Proficiency: Must be fully competent in using a cutting torch;
• Overhead Crane Training: Formal training and competency in operating overhead cranes;
• Safety Training: Completed Introduction to Gas Safety course or equivalent.
  
  

Additional Attributes:

• Strong understanding of safety protocols and fabrication standards;
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and fabrication plans;
• Proven ability to work both independently and within a team under tight schedules;
• Physically fit and capable of working in demanding environments.
  
  

Applicants whose skills, competencies, and experience best match the above requirements will be invited to an interview.

Closing date: 19 June 2025