Coded Welder (Pressure Vessels)

Strong welding and plate work for the petrochemical shutdown contractor in Richards Bay, with real drawings and real tolerances. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The work is in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

• Prepare joints for radiographic and dye penetrant testing
• Weld carbon steel pipe in the 6G position using GTAW root and SMAW fill
• Grind and repair welds flagged by the QC inspector
• TIG weld stainless steel tanks and fittings with proper back-purging
• Set up MIG and flux-cored machines for long production runs
• Cut and bevel plate with oxy-fuel, plasma and a bevelling machine
• Follow the welding procedure specification for every joint you weld

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

• Rigging or crane signalling certificate
• Experience on structural work to AWS D1.1
• SAIW welding inspector course, even at Level 1

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

• If you have worked shutdowns, name the type of plant, like refinery or sugar mill. It proves you know the site rules.
• Expired codings are the number one reason welders are turned away at the gate. Check dates before you apply.