Welder Fabricator

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 210,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement fund options

Paid annual leave

Training opportunities

Competitive wage

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Welder Fabricator in Stellenbosch to perform precise welding and fabrication of metal components according to drawings and specifications. The role blends workshop tasks with project collaboration and site inspections as needed.

You will handle MIG, TIG and Stick welding, read blueprints, prepare surfaces, and ensure the quality and structural integrity of parts. Strong attention to detail and relevant trade certification are essential, with training

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Welder Fabricator or similar role.
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Strong knowledge of metal properties and fabrication techniques.
• Relevant trade certification in welding or fabrication.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform various types of welding, including MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, on different metals.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to plan fabrication projects.
• Prepare metal surfaces for welding, including cutting, grinding, and fitting components.
• Fabricate metal structures and components according to project requirements and quality standards.
• Conduct quality checks on completed work, ensuring structural integrity and aesthetic finish.
• Maintain welding equipment and ensure a clean and safe working environment in the workshop.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Blueprint reading

Fabrication

Attention to detail

Education

Trade certification in welding

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and experienced Welder Fabricator to join their manufacturing team in Stellenbosch . This role involves precise welding and fabrication of metal components according to detailed specifications and blueprints. You will be responsible for preparing materials, performing various welding tasks, and ensuring the structural integrity and quality of fabricated parts. The ideal candidate is proficient in multiple welding techniques and has a strong understanding of metal properties and fabrication processes. This position offers a blend of workshop-based tasks and potential for site inspections or project collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform various types of welding, including MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, on different metals.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to plan fabrication projects.
• Prepare metal surfaces for welding, including cutting, grinding, and fitting components.
• Fabricate metal structures and components according to project requirements and quality standards.
• Conduct quality checks on completed work, ensuring structural integrity and aesthetic finish.
• Maintain welding equipment and ensure a clean and safe working environment in the workshop.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Welder Fabricator or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints accurately.
• Strong knowledge of metal properties, cutting, shaping, and finishing techniques.
• Relevant trade certification in welding or fabrication.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive wage and regular performance reviews.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging fabrication projects in Stellenbosch .
• Provision of necessary welding equipment and safety gear.
• Medical insurance and retirement fund options.
• Paid annual leave.
• Training opportunities to enhance welding skills.