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Boilermaker

Recruite Agency
Upington, Northern Cape
Full-time
Posted 24 June 2026
Full-time Mechanical Engineering
Job Description

Reporting to the relevant manager, the Boilermaker will fabricate, assemble, and repair metal components by cutting, shaping, welding, and diagnose mechanical faults on production equipment and carry out repairs timeously at a factory operation in Upington, Northern Cape.

Collaboration, fairness, and pride in the work define the day-to-day culture. Leadership is visible and approachable, and good ideas are always welcome. The business is growing, and capable people grow with it. Apply now to be considered for this rewarding opportunity.

Shift work and overtime may be required to meet production schedules.

Responsibilities

Quality Control & Inspection

  • Carry out final inspection and testing of finished products against engineering drawings, customer specifications, and relevant SANS or ISO standards, preparing inspection reports and certificates of conformance for each completed production batch.
  • Conduct incoming inspection of raw materials and components against purchase specifications and material certificates using precision measuring instruments including micrometres, vernier callipers, height gauges, and hardness testers.
  • Perform in-process inspections at defined checkpoints during production to verify dimensional accuracy, weld integrity, surface finish, and compliance with quality control plans, releasing only conforming parts for the next operation in the production sequence.

Safety & Workshop Management

  • Conduct daily pre-start inspections of all workshop plant and equipment including machine tools, welding sets, lifting tackle, and portable power tools, reporting any defects to maintenance immediately and tagging out unsafe equipment until repaired.
  • Enforce strict adherence to occupational health and safety regulations and company safety policies within the workshop, including correct PPE usage, compliance with lockout and tagout procedures, and safe operation of overhead cranes and forklifts by licensed operators.
Requirements
  • Experience in operating material handling equipment including overhead cranes and forklifts with relevant licences.
  • Physical fitness to stand for extended periods, handle heavy materials, and work in an industrial environment with noise and heat.
  • For quality inspection roles, proficiency in using precision measuring instruments and knowledge of inspection techniques and sampling plans.
  • A minimum of three to five years of post-trade test experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or heavy industrial workshop.
  • Strong understanding of occupational health and safety regulations and a demonstrated commitment to safe working practices.
  • Willingness to work shifts, overtime, and be on standby as required to support production demands and maintenance schedules.
Qualifications
Trade Certificate in Fitting and Turning or Millwright
Paid Survey
Job details
Job typeFull-time
ProvinceNorthern Cape
CityUpington
CategoryMechanical Engineering
Posted24 June 2026
Closing23 July 2026
Recruite Agency
Upington, Northern Cape
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