Senior Welder - Structural Fabrication

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Safe working environment

Skills development

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Welder for a prominent fabrication and construction company in Vereeniging. The role focuses on structural steel fabrication, interpreting drawings, and delivering high-quality welds that meet strict safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have advanced welding certifications and a meticulous approach to metallurgy and structural requirements, contributing to major industrial projects in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Welder focusing on structural steel fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Knowledge of metallurgy and welding consumables relevant to structural projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced welding operations on structural steel components using SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW.
• Read and interpret structural fabrication drawings, blueprints, and welding specifications accurately.
• Ensure all welds meet quality standards and strength requirements, free from defects.
• Operate and maintain welding equipment safely and efficiently, including grinders.
• Conduct self-inspections and collaborate with quality control personnel to ensure compliance.
• Adhere to Health and Safety regulations and company procedures on the shop floor.

Education

Welding certifications (e.g., Red Seal)

Tools

SMAW

GMAW

FCAW

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent fabrication and construction company in Vereeniging , is seeking a highly skilled Senior Welder to join their expanding operations. This role requires expertise in various welding techniques for structural steel fabrication, ensuring the integrity and quality of critical components for industrial projects. You will be responsible for interpreting technical drawings, performing high-quality welds, and ensuring adherence to strict safety and quality control standards. The ideal candidate is a meticulous craftsman with a strong understanding of metallurgy and structural requirements, committed to delivering excellence in the heart of Gauteng 's industrial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced welding operations on structural steel components using techniques such as SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW .
• Read and interpret structural fabrication drawings, blueprints, and welding specifications accurately.
• Ensure all welds meet specified quality standards, strength requirements, and are free from defects.
• Operate and maintain welding equipment safely and efficiently, including grinders and other fabrication tools.
• Conduct self-inspections and collaborate with quality control personnel to ensure compliance.
• Adhere strictly to all Health and Safety regulations and company procedures on the shop floor.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Welder with a focus on structural steel fabrication.
• Proficiency in multiple welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, FCAW) and the ability to weld various metals.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Knowledge of metallurgy and the properties of different welding consumables.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Relevant welding certifications (e.g., red seal, specific code qualifications) are highly advantageous for this role in Vereeniging .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with overtime opportunities.
• Stable employment with a reputable company in the construction sector.
• Opportunities for skills development and cross-training in different welding disciplines.
• A safe and professional working environment with all necessary safety equipment provided.
• Exposure to significant projects within the industrial landscape of Gauteng .