PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• Marks off and fabricates structural steel and other metal stock to make or repair metal products and structures including boilers and pressure vessels to support our operations in Boksburg.

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES  

• Develop a layout and plan the sequence of work to be done
• Lay out plate, sheet steel or other heavy metal and locate and mark bending and cutting lines
• Shape metal using metalworking machines such as shears and drill presses
• Cut metal plate and brackets using oxy-fuel torch, and chip and grind parts to shape for fitting together
• Assemble products or production equipment
• Fit and tack welding parts together using electric arc welding equipment
• Position, align, and secure structural parts or related assemblies
• Correctly instruct, and transfer skills to any apprentice and semi-skilled worked assigned to you to ensure safety and quality of work
• Exercise skills and knowledge of Boilermaker trade qualification
• Housekeeping duties
• Ensure and comply with safety standards guidelines, policies and procedures

MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES
Educational Requirements 
Mandatory:
Minimum

• Grade 12 / N3
• Formal Trade Qualification in Boilermaker

Experience 

Mandatory:

• At least 3 – 5 years relevant Boilermaker fabrication experience

Competencies & Skills 

• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and technical drawings
• Ability to work to close tolerances
• Knowledge of OSHACT