Qualified Welder

SA Metal Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident fund

Life cover (4x annual salary)

Funeral cover

15 days annual leave

Long service leave

Job summary

SA Metal Group is seeking a Qualified Welder for our Boilershop in Cape Town. The successful candidate will perform welding on structures, equipment and machinery, in both workshop and on-site settings.

Requirements include a valid welding trade test, 5–8 years’ experience in steel/industrial environments, and proficiency in MIG, TIG, Gas and SMAW welding. Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid trade test certificate in Welding (no coding).
• Minimum 5–8 years of welding experience in steel or industrial env.
• Experience in pipe welding, copper, brazing and silver soldering.
• Proficient in MIG, TIG, Gas and SMAW welding.
• Experience with power tools and strictly adheres to Safety rules.
• Ability to work under challenging conditions and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform general welding on structures, equipment and machinery.
• Repair components in workshop and on-site and maintain neat workspace.
• Collaborate with Boilermakers and ensure quality workmanship.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

SMAW

Welding proficiency

Health & Safety awareness

Communication skills

Physically fit

Teamwork

Education

Trade test certificate in Welding (no coding)

Tools

Power tools

Job description

The Boilershop department currently has a vacancy for a hardworking, dedicated Qualified Welder to join their team. The successful candidate must be able to perform general welding on structures, other equipment and machinery.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Repair existing components while working accurately and neatly; this applies to repairs and maintenance performed in the workshop and onsite.
• Work in conjunction with the Boilermakers and must be proficient in all forms of welding.
• Ensure that the work space is kept neat and tidy (housekeeping) in the workshop and onsite.

Qualifying Criteria:

• Must have a relevant trade test certificate in Welding ( no coding)
• Minimum 5-8 years’ experience in a similar environment (Steel and or Industrial environment)
• Must have experience in pipe welding, Copper, Brazing and Silver solder and Cast steel
• Must be proficient in Mig, Tig Gas and SMAW
• Extensive knowledge of power tools
• Enjoys technical activities
• Knowledge of Health and Safety Rules
• Ability to work under challenging conditions
• Excellent communication skills

Qualifying Attributes

• Hard-working and self-motivated
• Must be prepared to work overtime and weekends when required
• Must be available to work December and Easter Shutdowns
• Strength to handle materials & tools (physically fit)
• Must have sober habits
• Good hand-eye coordination
• Able to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Time management and organizational skills
• Excellent standards in execution

Other Information:

Job title: Qualified Welder

Reporting to: Engineering Maintenance Manager

Job type: Permanent position

Benefits include

• Provident fund
• Life cover at 4x annual salary
• Funeral cover
• 15 x paid leave days per annum
• Long service leave after five years of employment

Standard hours

07h30–17h00: Monday – Thursday

07h30–16h00: Friday

May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

Salary We offer a highly competitive package depending on the extent of the

applicant’s qualifications and experience.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all

applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by

a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the

company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed

as such.