Aluminium Welders

Aluminium Welders


Company
OFT Group
Location
Gqeberha
Via
Indeed

Job Description
BASED EASTERN CAPE - PORT ELIZABETH (PERSEVERANCE AREA)

FIXED TERM CONTRACT

We are seeking skilled and experienced Aluminium Boat Welders for temporary appointments within the Production Division of Legacy Marine in Perseverance. It is essential to have direct work experience in MIG and TIG welding of aluminium boats. The successful candidate/s will be responsible for executing welding tasks, with a focus on production deadlines. In addition to technical proficiency, adherence to health and safety protocols, meticulous record-keeping, and compliance with administrative requirements are essential aspects of this role.

Provisional Job Requirements:

Welding:
β€’ Weld aluminium plate and extrusions using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
β€’ Measure and cut extrusions accurately according to design specifications.
β€’ Read and interpret design drawings to execute welding tasks effectively.
β€’ Understand and follow work schedules to meet production deadlines.
β€’ Knowledge of welding procedures for 5083 Aluminium.

Health and Safety:
β€’ Strictly adhere to all health and safety requirements and protocols.
β€’ Consistently use the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during operations and or welding tasks.
β€’ Report any defective welds and or equipment posing risks.
β€’ Ensure emergency exits are never blocked.
β€’ Maintain good housekeeping in designated welding, bathrooms or eating areas.
β€’ Pack away all equipment, chemicals, or tools used in daily tasks within the health and safety requirements.

Administration:
β€’ File drawings appropriately after use in a safe and secure manner.
β€’ Adhere to daily time and attendance requirements, submitting relevant HR or Production records to the direct manager as per specific deadlines.
β€’ Comply with all HR related policies and procedures.

Personal Attributes
β€’ Healthy, Positive Self-motivated and driven.
β€’ Methodical, systematic, technically minded.
β€’ Energetic and analytically minded.
β€’ Team-player.
β€’ Sober habits.

Experience and Qualifications
β€’ Minimum 2 year of direct work experience in MIG and TIG Aluminium Boats
β€’ Qualification in MIG / TIG Aluminium Welding or Equivalent certification.
β€’ Good communications skills (Verbal and Written) and ability to work as part of a team.
β€’ Understanding and adherence to safety requirements for welding in a manufacturing environment.
β€’ Knowledge of compliance with HSE and manufacturing standards.

Additional Physical Requirements:

In addition to the previously mentioned qualifications, the ideal person should possess the following physical capabilities inherent to the position:
β€’ Ability to walk reasonable distances during the course of the workday.
β€’ Capability to climb ladders safely as needed for welding tasks.
β€’ Proficiency in lifting, pulling, and pushing heavy objects, machinery, or materials.
β€’ Comfort working in confined spaces to access and complete welding tasks.
β€’ Competence in managing equipment and related items, including transportation and setup.
β€’ Flexibility to adapt to varying physical demands inherent in the welding and boat manufacturing environment.

This position and the recruitment process for this position are governed by the Group’s Employment Equity, Recruitment and Selection Policy.

Please e-mail [email protected] your contact details and abridged resume should you believe that you have what it takes to join the OFT group and grow together.

Closing date: 31 March 2026

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