# Semi-Skilled Worker - Petrochemical Oil & Gas Industry

**Company:** [Invision HR](https://jobs.workable.com/companies/pstuoMzZdvBbRqXuEyLz9r.md)
**Location:** Durban, South Africa
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Contract
**Department:** WEB

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## Description

Our client, a leader in the engineering and construction industry specialising in bulk fuel storage, is building a talent pool of reliable and safety-conscious **Semi-Skilled Workers (CAT 1 to CAT 3)** for current and future construction, maintenance and shutdown projects.

We are looking for hands-on team players who can support boilermakers, welders and pipefitters on tanks, piping and steel structures in high-risk industrial environments, and who want to grow their skills towards a trade.

Successful candidates may be considered for opportunities across all nine South African provinces, as well as Namibia. Willingness to travel and work away from home when required is essential.

**Levels in this talent pool:**

-   **CAT 1:** Works on their own on assigned tasks, reads isometric and fabrication drawings, marks off and measures accurately, prepares weld joints and supports fit-up. Can guide junior team members.
-   **CAT 2:** Trusted to complete tasks alone, understands drawings, measures accurately, and cuts, grinds and bevels to size using portable power tools.
-   **CAT 3:** The first step up from General Worker, working under direct supervision. Prepares and carries materials, prepares work areas, and grinds, bevels, cuts and drills with portable electrical tools once trained.

## Requirements

**Key Responsibilities:**

-   Assist with boilermaking, welding and pipefitting tasks at the level of supervision required for your category.
-   Prepare materials and components for fabrication and assembly.
-   Support installation of piping, tanks and structural components according to technical drawings.
-   Carry out measuring, cutting, grinding and drilling safely as required.
-   Keep work areas and tools clean, organised and safe.
-   Wear and look after the correct PPE at all times.
-   Follow permit-to-work, confined space, working at heights and site HSE rules.
-   Report unsafe practices, hazards or equipment faults immediately.
-   Communicate clearly with tradespeople, supervisors and QA/QC about progress, materials and problems.

**Minimum Requirements:**

-   Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate.
-   Relevant experience on tanks, piping and structures in industrial or petrochemical environments: CAT 1 at least 3 years, CAT 2 at least 2 years, CAT 3 at least 1 year.
-   Safe use of portable electrical tools (grinders, drills, cutters).
-   CAT 1 and CAT 2: ability to read and work from technical and isometric drawings.
-   Valid Working at Heights and Confined Space Entry training certificates.
-   Understanding of permit-to-work systems.
-   Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel.

**Advantageous Experience:**

-   Petrochemical, refinery, fuel terminal or bulk fuel storage projects.
-   Tank repair, tank refurbishment, fabrication or piping installations.
-   A completed or partly completed apprenticeship.
-   Weld preparation, fit-up and assisting with QA/QC checks.

**Please Note:**

This role forms part of an ongoing **talent pool** initiative for current and future projects. Opportunities can vary in location, duration and employment type, depending on project requirements. 

Your category is confirmed during the screening process and may be reviewed on site. Strong performers can progress to the next category. Whether you are actively looking or open to future opportunities, we would love to hear from you!