Plater and Fabricator (Tanks & Hoppers)

The stainless steel equipment manufacturer in Cape Town CBD 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 be based at a stainless steel equipment manufacturer in Cape Town CBD. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

• Cut and bevel plate with oxy-fuel, plasma and a bevelling machine
• Set up MIG and flux-cored machines for long production runs
• Read fabrication drawings and cutting lists before you mark out plate
• Sign off your weld map and traceability sheets for each spool
• Roll and form plate for tanks, chutes and hoppers

• Boilermaker or welder trade test certificate, or current SAIW welder qualification
• Valid welder coding to ISO 9606-1 or ASME IX in the processes the job needs
• Steady hands and good eyesight, with or without glasses
• Willing to work shutdowns, long shifts and weekends when the plant is down
• Medical fitness certificate for industrial sites, or willing to get one
• You can read fabrication and isometric drawings without help

• Leather welding PPE and auto-darkening helmet supplied
• Accommodation and meals paid on out-of-town shutdowns
• Coding renewals paid by the employer
• 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.
• Expect a practical welding test on the first day. Bring your own gloves and chipping hammer so you feel at home.