Boilermaker-Welder (Plant Shutdowns)

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Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng
Contract
Posted 1 hour ago
Contract Trades & Services
R26 000 – R31 750/month
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Job Description

The petrochemical shutdown contractor in Vanderbijlpark needs a coded welder who can hold a WPS and deliver clean, sound joints. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

You'll report in Vanderbijlpark. Relocation is not covered for this one. Start is planned for the beginning of next month.

The work, day to day

  • Fit up beams, columns and bracing with the correct gaps and alignment
  • Sign off your weld map and traceability sheets for each spool
  • Cut and bevel plate with oxy-fuel, plasma and a bevelling machine
  • Weld carbon steel pipe in the 6G position using GTAW root and SMAW fill
  • Keep a hot work permit open and a fire watch in place during shutdowns
  • TIG weld stainless steel tanks and fittings with proper back-purging

You'll need

  • At least 2 years of production or site welding after qualifying
  • Medical fitness certificate for industrial sites, or willing to get one
  • You can read fabrication and isometric drawings without help
  • Valid welder coding to ISO 9606-1 or ASME IX in the processes the job needs
  • Boilermaker or welder trade test certificate, or current SAIW welder qualification

What's in it for you

  • Leather welding PPE and auto-darkening helmet supplied
  • Coding renewals paid by the employer
  • Shutdown bonus and site allowance for work away from home

How to apply

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: trade test certificate or SAIW qualification plus your ID document or smart ID card copy.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 10 working days.

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Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

  • If you have worked shutdowns, name the type of plant, like refinery or sugar mill. It proves you know the site rules.
  • Expect a practical welding test on the first day. Bring your own gloves and chipping hammer so you feel at home.

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Job details
SalaryR26 000 – R31 750/month
Job TypeContract
LocationVanderbijlpark, Gauteng
CategoryTrades & Services
Experience5+ years
Posted10 November 2026
Closing Date8 December 2026
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