Welder/Fabrication Assistant - East Rand

Role Purpose

Our client is seeking a reliable and motivated Fabrication Assistant to support the fabrication team in delivering high-quality production outputs. The successful candidate will assist supervisors, welders and artisans with a variety of fabrication activities while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
This role requires a physically fit individual with experience in a fabrication or engineering workshop environment and a strong commitment to safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Fabrication Support

• Assist with daily fabrication activities to meet production schedules.
• Perform grinding, cutting, bevelling and cleaning of fabrication components.
• Assist with the fit-up, tack welding and assembly of fabricated components.
• Support the assembly of piping systems, valves and related equipment.
• Provide general workshop assistance as required.
• Prepare materials and workpieces for fabrication processes.

Quality Control

• Conduct routine visual inspections of fabricated workpieces.
• Ensure components meet quality standards before progressing to the next production stage.
• Report quality concerns or damaged materials to the supervisor.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship throughout all fabrication activities.
• Support continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Equipment & Workshop Maintenance

• Operate power tools, hand tools and workshop equipment safely.
• Ensure proper care and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment.
• Perform routine housekeeping within fabrication and welding areas.
• Assist with organising materials and workshop resources.

Health & Safety

• Comply with all workplace health and safety procedures.
• Wear and maintain the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow safe work practices at all times.
• Report hazards, incidents or unsafe conditions promptly.
• Contribute to a safe and efficient working environment.

Communication & Teamwork

• Provide regular progress updates to supervisors.
• Work closely with supervisors, welders and fabrication personnel.
• Assist with achieving production targets and deadlines.
• Support other production activities as required.
• Perform additional duties related to the role when necessary.

 

Role Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric).

Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience in the metals, fabrication or engineering industry.
• Experience in pipe fabrication will be advantageous.
• Experience in valve manufacturing will be advantageous.
• Exposure to engineering workshop environments will be beneficial.

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Fabrication support techniques.
• Safe use of power tools and workshop equipment.
• Basic fabrication and assembly processes.
• Understanding of measurements and units of measure.
• Basic quality inspection techniques.
• General workshop housekeeping.
• Health and safety awareness.
• Numerical and mathematical ability.

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong communication skills.
• Good planning and organisational ability.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Initiative and accountability.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Adaptability and flexibility.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work shifts and overtime when required.
• Physically fit and capable of lifting and moving steel components safely.
• Forklift operating experience will be advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence will be advantageous.
• Own reliable transport will be advantageous.

Key Performance Areas

Candidates will be evaluated on their ability to:

• Support fabrication activities efficiently and safely.
• Produce work that meets required quality standards.
• Maintain a safe and organised work environment.
• Meet production schedules and deadlines.
• Operate tools and equipment correctly.
• Follow health and safety procedures consistently.
• Work effectively within a production team.
• Demonstrate reliability, accountability and professionalism.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship.
• Contribute positively to overall production performance.

Should you not receive a response within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.