BOILERMAKER – WORKSHOP

Oxyon People Solutions; Heidelberg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-related salary

Overtime opportunities

Stable long-term employment

Skills development and training

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Oxyon People Solutions is seeking a skilled Boilermaker to join their Workshop team in Heidelberg, Gauteng. The successful candidate will be responsible for fabrication, welding, maintenance, and repair work on steel structures and agricultural equipment.

The ideal applicant should possess a Trade Test Certificate and at least 3 years’ experience in the field, along with strong technical skills and the ability to work independently in a hands-on environment.

Benefits include a market-related salary, overtime opportunities, stable employment, and skills development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in fabrication, welding, and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of welding techniques.
• Physically fit and able to work in demanding conditions.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair steel structures and equipment.
• Perform welding on machinery and vehicles.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Arc and CO2 welding

Reading technical drawings

Fabrication and maintenance

Good communication skills

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Trade Test Certificate as a Qualified Boilermaker

Tools

Welding equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

We are seeking a skilled, hands-on and reliable Boilermaker to join our Workshop team. The successful candidate will be responsible for fabrication, welding, maintenance, and repair work on steel structures, machinery, and agricultural equipment.

Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Trade Test Certificate as a Qualified Boilermaker
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in fabrication, welding, and maintenance
• Strong knowledge of Arc and CO2 welding
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications
• Physically fit and able to work in demanding conditions
• Good communication skills in English or Afrikaans
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Willingness to work under pressure, overtime, weekends, and public holidays
• Valid driver’s licence and own transport advantageous

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair steel structures and equipment
• Perform welding on machinery, vehicles, tractors, and feedlot infrastructure
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Operate welding equipment, hand tools, and power tools safely
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards and procedures
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, maintenance, and inspections
• Work closely with mechanics, supervisors, and workshop staff
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment

Key Attributes

• Self-starter and hardworking
• Strong technical and problem-solving ability
• High attention to detail
• Safety-conscious
• Reliable and dependable

Job Benefits

• Market-related salary
• Overtime opportunities
• Stable long-term employment
• Skills development and training exposure
• Hands-on workshop environment
• Career growth opportunities