Welder Fitter

**Responsibilities**:

- Read blueprints and engineering drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
- Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements).
- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
- Align components using callipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces.
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead).
- Fix machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structures to discover flaws.
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
- Inspect structures and materials before welding
- Measuring and cutting materials to specifications
- Use specialised machinery for industrial welding and oversee machines that perform the same job.
- Maintain and repair all machinery.
- Assess welded surfaces, structures and components to identify errors.
- Monitor machinery for appropriate usage and temperature
- Weld components in flat, vertical and overhead positions.
- Ensure to check/verify finished work to make sure that it falls within the tolerances marked on the drawings.
- In-depth knowledge of welding machinery and electrical equipment.
- Ensure good housekeeping practice in the workshop

**Requirements**:

- Proven experience as a welder.
- Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MMA etc.).
- Skilled in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, callipers etc.).
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
- Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face shield, gloves etc.).
- Deftness and attention to detail.
- Possessing at least Professional Certification (e.g. a TIG 3G, 4G & 6G welding certificate) will be a plus.
- Experience in welding pipes.