Shift-Ready Welder (MIG/TIG) — Food Processing Fabrication

Pronel Personnel; Margate; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Pronel Personnel is seeking a qualified Welder for a leading poultry producer on the South Coast. The role involves maintenance, repair, and fabrication of processing machinery and infrastructure in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will perform MIG, TIG and Arc welding on stainless and mild steel, read technical drawings, and ensure compliance with food safety and safety standards. Shift work and reliable transport are required.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Trade Certificate in Welding or Boilermaking is essential/preferred.
• Proven experience in MIG, TIG, and Arc welding.
• Strong experience with stainless steel, preferably in food/poultry manufacturing.
• Experience with mild steel fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints and WPS.
• Ability to fabricate and install machinery components, pipework, chutes, structural steel and related equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with fault-finding abilities.
• Sound understanding of health and safety protocols.
• Attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, disciplined and a team player.
• Willingness to work shifts and standby in a 24/7 environment.
• Valid driver’s licence and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repairs on food processing machinery, conveyors and hydraulic systems.
• Fabricate, install and repair stainless steel and mild steel components.
• Diagnose faults and rectify issues through welding and fabrication.
• Weld high-quality MIG, TIG and arc joints.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints and WPS for fabrication.
• Ensure fabrication, repairs and maintenance meet food safety and quality standards.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures and OHS requirements.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and standby in a 24/7 environment.

Skills

Mig welding

Tig welding

Arc welding

Stainless steel

Mild steel fabrication

Technical drawings

Fault finding

Health & safety

Teamwork

Shift work

Driver's license

Education

Red Seal Trade Certificate in Welding or Boilermaking

Job description

Pronel Personnel is seeking a qualified Welder for a leading poultry producer on the South Coast. The role involves maintenance, repair, and fabrication of processing machinery and infrastructure in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will perform MIG, TIG and Arc welding on stainless and mild steel, read technical drawings, and ensure compliance with food safety and safety standards. Shift work and reliable transport are required.