Boilermaker (Structural Steel Fabrication)

You'll cut, fit and weld steel to drawing in a busy pressure vessel manufacturer in Krugersdorp. You'll work with a small crew, so being easy to work with matters as much as skill.

The site is in Krugersdorp; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

The work, day to day

• Sign off your weld map and traceability sheets for each spool
• Cut and bevel plate with oxy-fuel, plasma and a bevelling machine
• Set up MIG and flux-cored machines for long production runs
• Roll and form plate for tanks, chutes and hoppers
• Fit up beams, columns and bracing with the correct gaps and alignment
• Weld carbon steel pipe in the 6G position using GTAW root and SMAW fill
• Read fabrication drawings and cutting lists before you mark out plate

Must-haves

• Willing to work shutdowns, long shifts and weekends when the plant is down
• At least 2 years of production or site welding after qualifying
• You can read fabrication and isometric drawings without help
• Steady hands and good eyesight, with or without glasses
• Boilermaker or welder trade test certificate, or current SAIW welder qualification

Extra points for

• Experience on structural work to AWS D1.1
• Rigging or crane signalling certificate

On offer

• Shutdown bonus and site allowance for work away from home
• Accommodation and meals paid on out-of-town shutdowns
• Leather welding PPE and auto-darkening helmet supplied
• Coding renewals paid by the employer

How to apply for this job

1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Krugersdorp really suit you before you apply.
2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: trade test certificate or SAIW qualification plus photos of recent work, if you have them.
3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 7 working days, usually by phone.

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