Aluminium Boat Welders/Fabricators

SUMMARY:
NEW VACANCY

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Aluminium Boat Welder within their Production Division. Ideal candidates will possess direct experience in MIG and TIG welding of aluminium boats. The selected individuals will be responsible for executing welding tasks while adhering to production deadlines. Technical proficiency, strict adherence to health and safety protocols, meticulous record-keeping, and compliance with administrative requirements are crucial for success in this role.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:
Welding:

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on aluminium plates and extrusions.
• Measure and cut extrusions accurately according to design specifications.
• Read and interpret design drawings to execute welding tasks effectively.
• Understand and follow work schedules to meet production deadlines.
• Familiarity with welding procedures for 5083 aluminium.

• Adhere strictly to all health and safety requirements and protocols.
• Consistently utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during welding operations.
• Report any defective welds or equipment that may pose risks.
• Ensure that emergency exits are always clear.
• Maintain cleanliness in designated welding, bathroom, and eating areas.
• Properly pack away all equipment, chemicals, and tools used during tasks in accordance with health and safety guidelines.

• Safely file drawings after use.
• Meet daily time and attendance requirements, submitting relevant HR or production records to the direct manager as per deadlines.
• Comply with all HR-related policies and procedures.

• Healthy, positive, self-motivated, and driven.
• Methodical, systematic, and technically inclined.
• Energetic and analytically minded.
• Team player with sober habits.

• Minimum of 2 years of direct work experience in MIG and TIG welding for aluminium boats.
• Qualification in MIG/TIG aluminium welding or equivalent certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Understanding and adherence to safety requirements in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of compliance with HSE and manufacturing standards.

• Ability to walk reasonable distances throughout the workday.
• Capability to safely climb ladders for welding tasks.
• Proficiency in lifting, pulling, and pushing heavy objects and materials.
• Comfort working in confined spaces for welding tasks.
• Competence in managing equipment and related items, including transportation and setup.
• Flexibility to adapt to varying physical demands typical in the welding and boat manufacturing environment.