Coded Welder (Pressure Vessels)

You'll cut, fit and weld steel to drawing in a busy petrochemical shutdown contractor in Mthatha. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

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

• TIG weld stainless steel tanks and fittings with proper back-purging
• Sign off your weld map and traceability sheets for each spool
• Prepare joints for radiographic and dye penetrant testing
• Roll and form plate for tanks, chutes and hoppers
• Grind and repair welds flagged by the QC inspector
• Keep a hot work permit open and a fire watch in place during shutdowns
• Cut and bevel plate with oxy-fuel, plasma and a bevelling machine

• Steady hands and good eyesight, with or without glasses
• 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

• Duplex or chrome-moly welding experience
• Orbital or automatic welding experience
• SAIW welding inspector course, even at Level 1

• Shutdown bonus and site allowance for work away from home
• Accommodation and meals paid on out-of-town shutdowns
• Coding renewals paid by the employer

• 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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