Junior Welder
Reporting to the relevant manager, the Junior Welder will inspect all welds visually and read and interpret engineering drawings at a manufacturing company in Klerksdorp, North West.
The working environment is collaborative, well-resourced, and focused on results. The company supports further study and professional development where relevant. The team values honesty, hard work, and treating every customer with respect. Ready to apply? Send through your CV and a short introduction.
The role is based on a production floor where quality control and throughput targets are central.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a clean and safe work area by removing slag, offcuts, and waste materials, and ensuring gas cylinders are stored and secured properly.
- Prepare materials for welding by cutting, grinding, bevelling, and cleaning joint surfaces to ensure proper fusion and weld quality.
- Inspect all welds visually for defects including porosity, undercut, overlap, incomplete fusion, and cracks, and grind out and repair any defective welds.
- Adhere strictly to all occupational health and safety regulations and wear required PPE including welding helmet, gloves, safety boots, and protective clothing.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols to determine joint preparation, filler material, and welding sequence.
Requirements
- Physical fitness to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in outdoor conditions on construction sites.
- A valid welder qualification certificate for the relevant process and material thickness in accordance with ISO 9606 or ASME IX.
- A valid driver's licence is preferred for roles requiring travel to multiple 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 recognised trade certificate or welder qualification issued by a relevant SETA or approved training authority.
