Qualified Welder

SA STEELWORKS – QUALIFIED WELDER

AIRPORT INDUSTRIA – CAPE TOWN

Company profile:

SA Metal Group is South Africa's oldest and largest metal recycling company. The Group purchases and processes all forms of ferrous metals (steel and iron) and non-ferrous metals (aluminum, copper, zinc, stainless steel, brass and others) from industrial enterprises, scrap metal dealers and private individuals. Our processing facilities are located in and around Cape Town, Johannesburg and Pretoria.

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. The successful candidate must repair existing components while working accurately and neatly; this applies to repairs and maintenance performed in the workshop and onsite. The successful candidate works in conjunction with the Boilermakers and must be proficient in all forms of welding. The successful candidate must furthermore ensure that their 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.

We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen (14) days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.