Junior Welder

To set up and adjust welding equipment and read and interpret engineering drawings, a production facility in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng is seeking a Junior Welder.

The setup is well-organised, with clear expectations and steady support. A safety-first, quality-driven approach underpins everything the team does. You will be encouraged to broaden your expertise and take on new challenges. If this sounds like the right fit, we would love to hear from you.

• 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.
• Store all welding consumables, tools, and equipment properly at the end of each shift to maintain order and prevent loss or damage.
• Perform welding operations using MIG, TIG, ARC, or CO2 processes on mild steel, stainless steel, and other metals according to welding procedure specifications.
• Inspect all welds visually for defects including porosity, undercut, overlap, incomplete fusion, and cracks, and grind out and repair any defective welds.
• Prepare materials for welding by cutting, grinding, bevelling, and cleaning joint surfaces to ensure proper fusion and weld quality.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols to determine joint preparation, filler material, and welding sequence.

• A minimum of two to five years of practical welding experience in a workshop, construction, or industrial environment.
• A recognised trade certificate or welder qualification issued by a relevant SETA or approved training authority.
• Physical fitness to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in outdoor conditions on construction sites.
• Proficiency in one or more welding processes including MIG, TIG, ARC, or CO2 welding on mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, and fabrication specifications accurately.
• 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.