Job Description

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Job Overview

Application Deadline:

11 December 2025

Job Location:

Cape Town, Western Cape

Job Title:

Boilermaker

Education Level:

Certificate

Job Level:

Intermediate

Minimum Experience:

3 - 5 Years

Boilermaker required in Cape Town, Northern Suburbs.

A well-established Manufacturing Engineering company is looking for a Boilermaker to join their team on a 6-month fixed term contract basis (with possibility of extension) in the Northern Suburbs, Cape Town.



Very good compensation package on offer.

Position Requirements

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Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate. Qualified Boilermaker Trade Test Certificate. Minimum of 3 - 5 years' experience after trade. A valid driver's license with own reliable transport. Hours: 07:30 - 16:00 (Monday to Friday).

Position Responsibilities

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Fabrication - Planning: Check that all parts comply with procurement register and data pack (Report any deviations). Check that all tools and equipment is available to execute task. Plan a working procedure for the task. Material cutting. Proper use of bandsaw, cut-off saw, cutting torch, grinder, etc. Welding - Mig, Tig and Arc Drilling and/or slotting holes. Proper use of hand drill, magbase drill, machining machine, etc. Finishing / Grinding - Remove all shape edgers, burs, welding spatter, etc. (Prep for next phase) Machining and Fitting - Planning: Check that all part comply with procurement register and data pack. (Report any deviations). Check that all tools and equipment is available to execute task. Plan a working procedure for the task. Complete MJR's for parts require heat treatment or any process that can't be done inhouse. Machining: Use appropriate machinery to execute tasks for e.g. Proper use of lathe machine for turning, facing, grooving, parting, boring, tapping, etc. Proper use of milling machine for forming flat surfaces, cutting slots, drilling or reaming holes, gear cutting, etc. Proper use of surface grinding machine for surface finishing, remove material for small tolerances, etc. On completion of parts ensure that all shape edgers and burs are removed, and the part is treated for the next phase. (Lubricate and store in a dry area to avoid rust.) Fitting: Appropriate fitting method must be used to perform tasks like: Fitment and alignment of drives, brakes, clutches, gears, sprockets, bearing, etc. Fitment of motors, pumps, gearboxes, etc. Fitment of Pneumatic and hydraulic components. Installation - Planning: Check that all part complies with procurement register and data pack (Report any deviations). Check that all tools and equipment is available to execute task. Plan a working procedure for the task. Complete MJR's for parts/items required to execute. Read and understand the layout, floor plans, routing and inspect site. Installation - The installations of machinery and/or external components. The installations of water systems. The installation of pneumatic and hydraulic systems. The installation of platforms and strictures. Testing and commissioning - Test the operation/functioning of the machine, component, system, structure, etc installed. Test the safety of the operation/function. Identify and address snags.

Applying for Position

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Only open to South African citizens. * If you are interested in this great career opportunity, please send your CV.