MIG Welder (Trailer Manufacturing)

The petrochemical shutdown contractor in Pretoria West needs a coded welder who can hold a WPS and deliver clean, sound joints. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

You'll report in Pretoria West. Relocation is not covered for this one. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

• 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
• Follow the welding procedure specification for every joint you weld
• Grind and repair welds flagged by the QC inspector
• Prepare joints for radiographic and dye penetrant testing
• Read fabrication drawings and cutting lists before you mark out plate
• Cut and bevel plate with oxy-fuel, plasma and a bevelling machine

• At least 2 years of production or site welding after qualifying
• 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
• Willing to work shutdowns, long shifts and weekends when the plant is down

• Orbital or automatic welding experience
• Duplex or chrome-moly welding experience

• Accommodation and meals paid on out-of-town shutdowns
• Leather welding PPE and auto-darkening helmet supplied
• Coding renewals paid by the employer

• 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.