Qualified Boilermaker

About the role

SA Steelworks, part of SA Metal Group, is recruiting a qualified boilermaker for its Airport Industria branch in Cape Town. The successful candidate supports the Boilershop Department and reports to the Boilershop Team Leader.

Key responsibilities

• Manufacture, fabricate, assemble and erect work
• Day-to-day maintenance of machinery in and around the plant
• Attending to machinery breakdowns
• Daily plant inspections using the RCM (Reliable Centralized Maintenance) system
• General housekeeping in the boilermaker workshop

Required profile

• Qualified boilermaker with 5 to 8 years of experience
• Own transport and a valid unendorsed driving licence
• Willingness to work overtime, public holidays and weekends, and to be called out and available for December and Easter shutdowns
• Previous meltshop (steel) experience is an advantage
• Extensive knowledge of structural steel, able to read drawings and build equipment with minimal supervision
• Basic knowledge of health and safety rules; no fear of heights or confined spaces
• Good fitness and mobility

Required skills

• Ability to work well in a team and independently
• Experience with automated maintenance systems
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of hand and workshop tools is an advantage

What we offer

• Permanent position
• Provident Fund, group life and funeral cover
• 15 working days leave per year
• Standard hours: Monday to Thursday 07:30-17:00, Friday 07:30-16:00