Coded Welder (6G, ASME IX)

Strong welding and plate work for the petrochemical shutdown contractor in Mokopane, with real drawings and real tolerances. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

You'll report in Mokopane. Relocation is not covered for this one.

• Grind and repair welds flagged by the QC inspector
• Keep a hot work permit open and a fire watch in place during shutdowns
• Follow the welding procedure specification for every joint you weld
• Fit up beams, columns and bracing with the correct gaps and alignment
• Cut and bevel plate with oxy-fuel, plasma and a bevelling machine
• Prepare joints for radiographic and dye penetrant testing
• Sign off your weld map and traceability sheets for each spool

• Steady hands and good eyesight, with or without glasses
• At least 2 years of production or site welding after qualifying
• Valid welder coding to ISO 9606-1 or ASME IX in the processes the job needs
• Medical fitness certificate for industrial sites, or willing to get one
• You can read fabrication and isometric drawings without help

• Rigging or crane signalling certificate
• Duplex or chrome-moly welding experience

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

• List each coding separately with the standard, process, position and expiry date. "Coded welder" on its own tells a recruiter nothing.
• If you have worked shutdowns, name the type of plant, like refinery or sugar mill. It proves you know the site rules.