Qualified Welder (Argon)

Reporting to the relevant manager, the Qualified Welder (Argon) will prepare materials for welding and adhere strictly to all occupational health and safety regulations and wear required at a factory operation in Sasolburg, Free State.

This is a stable position with long-term prospects for committed candidates. You will enjoy modern facilities and the equipment needed to do the job well. The culture rewards accountability, honesty, and a willingness to go the extra mile. Send your CV through today and take the first step towards this opportunity.

• Adhere strictly to all occupational health and safety regulations and wear required PPE including welding helmet, gloves, safety boots, and protective clothing.
• Inspect all welds visually for defects including porosity, undercut, overlap, incomplete fusion, and cracks, and grind out and repair any defective welds.
• Weld components in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions to required quality standards and dimensional tolerances.
• Set up and adjust welding equipment including amperage, voltage, gas flow, and wire feed speed for different materials and joint configurations.
• Perform welding operations using MIG, TIG, ARC, or CO2 processes on mild steel, stainless steel, and other metals according to welding procedure specifications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols to determine joint preparation, filler material, and welding sequence.
• Store all welding consumables, tools, and equipment properly at the end of each shift to maintain order and prevent loss or damage.

• A valid driver's licence is preferred for roles requiring travel to multiple sites.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, and fabrication specifications accurately.
• Physical fitness to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in outdoor conditions on construction sites.
• A recognised trade certificate or welder qualification issued by a relevant SETA or approved training authority.
• A minimum of two to five years of practical welding experience in a workshop, construction, or industrial environment.