Job Description

Date: Jun 5, 2025
Location:
Wadeville, Germiston, ZA, 1428
Req ID: 33239
Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

Company Information

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!

Job Overview

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The position will be based in Wadeville, and the incumbent will report to the Foreman

Job Specification (not totally inclusive)

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Read drawings and welding symbols; Must be able to gouge bad welds on machines; Must be able to operate a heating torch; To produce welds on products, according to customer or KMC specification; Determining the appropriate welding method based on the job requirements; Seperate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded; Take instructions from Team leaders and Supervisor; A welder must set up, operate and maintain welding equipment; Understand and implement the company's safety standards, must adhere to zero harm; Make sure a job is done within the specified parameters provided on the PD; Communicate any hazards observed; Do daily inspection of all gas equipment to identify leakages.

Minimum Skills Required

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Trade Test Qualification - Red Seal: Welder; 3-5 years of relevant welding experience; Specialized Equipment Experience: Hands-on experience working on KMC machinery; Technical drawing proficiency: Must be able to read drawings, differentiate between different metals, to apply the correct welding procedure; Welding Proficiency: Must be qualified or willing to qualify in welding 3F welding procedure; Overhead Crane Training: Formal training and competency in operating overhead cranes; Safety Training: Completed Introduction to Gas Safety course or equivalent.

Additional Attributes:

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A team player who can build a good working relationship; Must be self-driven and disciplined; Able to work under pressure; Good time keeping; Be able to work with minimal supervision.

Applicants whose skills, competencies, and experience best match the above requirements will be invited to an interview

Closing date: 19 June 2025