Machine Operator: Welding
Company
PERI
Location
Durban
Posted
18 days ago
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Adzuna
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Job Description
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA, 4400
Company: PERI Formwork Scaffolding (Pty) Ltd
Machine Operator: Welding
Cleaning & Repair Coastal North
Short Description
There is an exciting opportunity for a Machine Operator: Welding at our Durban branch.
Role summary:
Welding, fabrication, cutting, measuring and maintenance of PERI steel components.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures and understanding how the final product should look.
Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws structural imperfections in the metal.
Maintain equipment in a good condition that does not compromise safety.
Welders need to make clean lines and cuts when welding. Paying attention to the job at hand is necessary.
Keep tools and equipment in good repair and being responsible.
Carry out PERI company health & safety procedures at all times.
Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.
Working closely with other teams/supervisors/managers to ensure consistent, efficient and working practices.
Other manual duties as directed, must be willing to work with other departments, carrying out different duties as required.
Experience:
Welding certificate
Previous welding experience
MIG welding Experience
Boilermaker experience will be an advantage
Apply online peri.com/career
PERI Group Formwork Scaffolding Engineering Recruiting Team
Company: PERI Formwork Scaffolding (Pty) Ltd
Machine Operator: Welding
Cleaning & Repair Coastal North
Short Description
There is an exciting opportunity for a Machine Operator: Welding at our Durban branch.
Role summary:
Welding, fabrication, cutting, measuring and maintenance of PERI steel components.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures and understanding how the final product should look.
Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws structural imperfections in the metal.
Maintain equipment in a good condition that does not compromise safety.
Welders need to make clean lines and cuts when welding. Paying attention to the job at hand is necessary.
Keep tools and equipment in good repair and being responsible.
Carry out PERI company health & safety procedures at all times.
Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.
Working closely with other teams/supervisors/managers to ensure consistent, efficient and working practices.
Other manual duties as directed, must be willing to work with other departments, carrying out different duties as required.
Experience:
Welding certificate
Previous welding experience
MIG welding Experience
Boilermaker experience will be an advantage
Apply online peri.com/career
PERI Group Formwork Scaffolding Engineering Recruiting Team
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