Welder at Peoplelink Consultants Ltd
Confidential
Nairobi, Kenya
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 4 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Welder
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated professional to join our team as a Welder.
Responsibilities
- Perform precise welding and fabrication using approved techniques to assemble and repair metal structures and components
- Ensure all welds consistently meet high industry standards, company specifications, and required safety codes
- Inspect finished work through visual checks and measurement analysis, and correct any weld defects to maintain structural soundness and quality control
- Read, understand, and accurately interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, work orders, and technical welding symbols
- Set up, operate, and maintain welding machines and related equipment, ensuring immediate reporting of any faulty equipment or workplace hazards
- Adhere strictly to all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements while utilizing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Maintain a meticulously clean and safe work environment at all times to proactively prevent accidents and injuries
- Coordinate effectively with supervisors, fabricators, and other team members to ensure efficient and timely task completion
- Accurately record job details, time spent on tasks, and materials utilized as per procedural requirements
- Assist in the mentorship and training of new welders or apprentices, contributing to the development of the team
Requirements
- Certificate or diploma in Welding, Fabrication, or related field
- Proven welding experience (MIG/TIG/Stick) preferred
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings and welding symbols
- Knowledge of different metals and welding techniques
- Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
- Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship
- Ability to work in confined spaces, heights, and varying environmental conditions
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Problem-solving ability and initiative
- Ability to lift heavy materials and operate machinery