Plasma Operator

Aston Advantage; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A locally owned precision laser cutting company in Bloemfontein seeks a Plasma Operator. You will operate CNC plasma machines and handle steel plates while ensuring equipment upkeep. The ideal candidate has experience with CNC equipment, an overhead crane licence, and a forklift (LF) licence. Strong reliability and teamwork skills are essential for succeeding in this supportive environment. Competitive pay and long-term career opportunities are available, along with training in metal fabrication.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Long-term career opportunities

Hands-on training

Qualifications

• Must have experience with CNC plasma equipment.
• Requires overhead crane and forklift (LF) licences.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate plasma machines and handle steel plates.
• Prepare parts for dispatch and maintain equipment.
• Contribute to general workshop tasks in a team setting.

Skills

Experience with CNC plasma equipment

Overhead crane licence

Forklift (LF) licence

Ability to read and interpret drawings

Reliability

Safety focus

Strong teamwork skills

Job description

Plasma Operator | Hope Valley | $40ph + pens

Opportunity: Join a locally owned precision laser cutting company with +125 years of collective expertise in metal fabrication, operating CNC plasma machines and supporting workshop production.

Experience: Must have experience with CNC plasma equipment, overhead crane licence, current forklift (LF) licence, and ability to read and interpret drawings. Reliability, safety focus, and strong teamwork skills essential.

Benefits: Competitive pay, long-term career opportunities, and hands‑on training in a supportive environment.

Extras: Duties include operating plasma machines, handling and loading steel plates, preparing parts for dispatch, equipment upkeep, and contributing to general workshop tasks. Work in a collaborative team with opportunities to grow.