Boilermaker (Limpopo) Preference Will Be Given To Applicants With Fmcg Experience.

Oxyon People Solutions; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Boilermaker to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will lay out, fit, and fabricate metal components while ensuring quality through inspections and adherence to engineering drawings. Your expertise in welding and metal fabrication will be crucial as you construct and maintain various structural forms, contributing to the efficiency of plant operations. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a supportive environment, where your skills will be valued and developed. If you are passionate about your craft and eager to take on new challenges, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a qualified Boilermaker.
• Valid driver's license and own transport required.

Responsibilities

• Build, install, maintain, and repair plant equipment and systems.
• Read technical diagrams and blueprints accurately.

Skills

Welding (Tig, Stick, Mig)

Metal Fabrication

Blueprint Reading

Use of Hand and Power Tools

Surface Preparation

Education

Grade 12 or N3

Boilermaker Trade

Tools

Cutting Torches

Welding Equipment

Measuring Equipment

Job description

Purpose of Position:

• Lay out, fit and fabricate metal components.
• Assemble structural forms, such as construction of conveyors, platforms, structures, trolleys, and any manufacturing according to drawings.
• Work involves using cutting torches, Tig, stick, and Mig welding.
• Must have the ability to use any hand and power tools, and the ability to read and use all measuring equipment.
• Read and work according to engineering drawings.
• Perform surface preparation prior to welding and construct jigs with close tolerances.
• Construct, assemble, maintain, and repair any structural forms according to blueprints or verbal instructions.
• Carry out inspections on any work performed.
• Develop and fabricate all kinds of shapes and equipment, such as Square to round, Lobster back, etc.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 or N3.
• Boilermaker trade.
• 3-5 years' experience as a qualified Boilermaker.
• Valid driver's license and own transport.
• Exposure to conveyors, boiler, and steam systems will be advantageous.
• Willingness to work overtime and standby as required.

Duties:

• Build, install, maintain, and repair plant equipment and systems.
• Read technical diagrams and blueprints.
• Calculate material needed to complete workpieces.
• Cut material to specification and within the given tolerance according to the drawing.
• Bolt or arc weld structures and parts together, using wrenches and welding equipment.
• Examine workpieces for defective welding, weak spots, and repair all defects.
• Lay out material to be used for the construction of equipment, marking it out according to the drawing and tolerances specified.
• Locate and mark all reference points for the various columns or plates using straight edges, squares, and measuring equipment.
• Cut material to size using hand tools, cutting torch, or saws.
• Perform proper welding to workpieces once all parts have been fitted together and ensured they meet specifications.
• Repair and maintain all mechanical equipment.
• Handle and move objects using hands and arms in positioning and moving materials.
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or defects.
• Perform activities that require the use of arms and legs, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, and stooping while handling materials.
• Observe, receive, and obtain information from relevant sources to complete workpieces.
• Monitor and review information from materials to detect or assess problems.
• Identify information, estimate, and recognize differences or similarities and changes in events to complete workpieces.

Preference will be given to applicants with FMCG experience.