Fabricator Welder

Hands-on from day one, the Fabricator Welder will maintain a clean and safe work area by removing slag, inspect all welds visually and prepare materials for welding for a manufacturing company in East London, Eastern Cape.

You will join a close-knit team that values reliability and mutual respect. A strong emphasis is placed on safety, quality, and doing things right the first time. Send your CV through today and take the first step towards this opportunity.

• Inspect all welds visually for defects including porosity, undercut, overlap, incomplete fusion, and cracks, and grind out and repair any defective welds.
• Ensure all fabrication work meets project specifications, welding codes, and quality standards before sign-off and handover.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols to determine joint preparation, filler material, and welding sequence.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area by removing slag, offcuts, and waste materials, and ensuring gas cylinders are stored and secured properly.
• Set up and adjust welding equipment including amperage, voltage, gas flow, and wire feed speed for different materials and joint configurations.
• Adhere strictly to all occupational health and safety regulations and wear required PPE including welding helmet, gloves, safety boots, and protective clothing.

• A minimum of two to five years of practical welding experience in a workshop, construction, or industrial environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds that meet inspection standards.
• A valid welder qualification certificate for the relevant process and material thickness in accordance with ISO 9606 or ASME IX.
• Proficiency in one or more welding processes including MIG, TIG, ARC, or CO2 welding on mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium.
• Physical fitness to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in outdoor conditions on construction sites.
• A valid driver's licence is preferred for roles requiring travel to multiple sites.