# Welder - Petrochemical Industry

**Company:** [InvisionHR](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/pstuoMzZdvBbRqXuEyLz9r.md)
**Location:** Cape Town, South Africa
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Contract
**Department:** WEB

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## Description

We are looking for highly skilled and versatile **Welders** to join upcoming petrochemical projects across South Africa and Namibia. We are hiring **Coded**, **Plate** and **Pipe Welders.**

This role ensures that all welding activities meet the highest quality, safety, and operational standards while supporting project deliverables in high-risk industrial environments such as fuel storage depots and refineries.

-   **Department:** Projects
-   **Location:** Various locations within South Africa and/or Namibia
-   **Employment Type:** Fixed-Term Contract
-   **Reports To:** Construction Manager / Site Supervisor

**Key Responsibilities**

-   Perform pipe, plate, structural, and coded welding according to project specifications fabrication drawings, and isometric drawings.
-   Confirm accurate alignment, joint integrity, and fit-up of piping systems and structures.
-   Maintain a 0% failure rate (pass rigorous NDT/X-ray inspections).
-   Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and compliance in all welding activities.
-   Collaborate with team members, supervisors, QA/QC, scaffolding, and mechanical teams to achieve project goals.
-   Keep work areas clean, organised, and compliant with site regulations.
-   Follow all safety protocols, HSE procedures, and ISO/QCP guidelines (including permit-to-work systems).
-   Promptly report deviations, non-conformances, and potential hazards.

**Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)**

-   Quality of Fabrication & Installation: Accuracy of fabricated structures and piping against drawings, QCPs, and project specifications. Target: Zero defects, reworks, or NCRs.
-   Adherence to Project Schedule: Completion of fabrication and installation tasks within planned timeframes (daily/weekly progress vs project schedule).
-   Safety Compliance & Incident Prevention: Compliance with site-specific HSE procedures, permit-to-work, PPE adherence, and safe working practices. Target: Zero safety deviations and zero incidents/near-misses.
-   Workmanship Efficiency & Productivity: Output of work per shift in relation to allocated tasks (fit-up time, fabrication speed, and installation efficiency).
-   Reporting & Communication Accuracy: Timely reporting of hazards, deviations, and work progress to supervisors and QA/QC.

## Requirements

**Qualifications:**

-   Recognised Welding certification (Red Seal or equivalent) in relevant welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, etc.).
-   Proof of recent certification to an ASME IX or AWS D1.1 welding procedure in 4G (Plate) and/or 6G (Pipe) positions.
-   Strong understanding of Permit-to-Work Systems.
-   Valid Working at Heights training certificate.
-   Valid Confined Space Entry training certificate.
-   Valid driver’s license.  
    

**Experience:**

-   Minimum 2 - 5 years as a Pipe, Plate, or Coded Welder in industrial or petrochemical environments
-   Prior experience in petrochemical, fuel terminal, or high-risk industrial environments is highly preferred (e.g., tank repair, refurbishment, fabrication, and piping installation).
-   Cross-functional experience coordinating with scaffolding, painting, civil, QA/QC, and safety teams.  
    

**Skills & Knowledge:**

-   Expertise in welding techniques (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW) and joint preparation.
-   Ability to read and interpret isometric, technical, and fabrication drawings.
-   Familiarity with alignment, fit-up, and NDT inspection procedures.
-   Understanding of ISO-compliant QCPs, emergency responses in hazardous
-   environments, and working with flammable materials.
-   Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.

**Competencies:**

-   Adaptable & Alert: Adjusts effectively to changing site conditions and proactively identifies hazards.
-   Calm under Pressure: Responds to dynamic environments and emergencies with composure.
-   Humble & Respectful: Open to learning, collaborative, and treats all stakeholders with professionalism.
-   Quick Thinking: Makes timely, effective decisions in challenging situations.