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Temp Boilermaker

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Engineering
  • Port Elizabeth

Requirements

  • 2-5 years of heavy engineering experience
  • Proficient in using benders (small, medium, and large), croppers, punches, shears, and all types of rollers
  • Skilled in cutting materials using cutting torches, heating torches, and plasma cutters
  • Experienced in operating guillotines (small, medium, and large)
  • Capable of boilermaking, structural work, and general manufacturing
  • Able to strip, repair, renew, and replace components on diesel and electrical locomotives, as well as wagons
  • Skilled in pipe fabrication and fitting
  • Grade 12 or equivalent
  • Relevant trade test certificate

Responsibilities

  • Roll plates, bend material, and operate guillotines
  • Tack work to required code specifications
  • Fabricate items from specified drawings
  • Operate a heavy crane
  • Use manual and automated flame cutting machines
  • Follow quality control procedures
  • Ensure work is completed within allotted timeframes

FAQs

What are the responsibilities of a Temp Boilermaker at NOV South Africa?

The key responsibilities include fabricating items to drawing specifications, rolling plates, bending materials, operating guillotines, tack work to required code specifications, operating heavy cranes, using manual and automated flame cutting machines, following quality control procedures, and ensuring work is completed within allotted timeframes.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The required qualifications include Grade 12 or equivalent, along with a relevant trade test certificate.

How many years of experience are required for this job?

Candidates should have 2-5 years of heavy engineering experience.

What types of skills are necessary for a Temp Boilermaker?

Necessary skills include proficiency in using benders, croppers, punches, shears, and rollers; skilled cutting with torches and plasma cutters; experience in operating guillotines; capability in boilermaking, structural work, and general manufacturing; and skills in pipe fabrication and fitting.

Is there any specific equipment that a Temp Boilermaker will operate?

Yes, a Temp Boilermaker will operate heavy cranes, manual and automated flame cutting machines, and guillotines of various sizes.

Will prior experience with locomotives be beneficial for this role?

Yes, experience in stripping, repairing, renewing, and replacing components on diesel and electrical locomotives, as well as wagons, is beneficial.

What is the work environment like for a Temp Boilermaker at NOV South Africa?

The work environment is focused on heavy engineering and fabrication, requiring adherence to quality control procedures and efficient time management.

Are there opportunities for career growth within NOV South Africa?

Yes, NOV South Africa offers career growth opportunities within a global family of companies, supporting the development of its employees.

What is NOV South Africa's approach to innovation?

NOV South Africa emphasizes purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery to power the industry more effectively.

Will there be training provided for new employees in this role?

Specific training details are not mentioned, but candidates can expect to receive onboarding and support aligned with their responsibilities and roles.

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Mission & Purpose

National Oilwell Varco (NOV) is one of the world’s leading equipment and service providers to the oil and gas industry. With over 150 years of industry experience, we’re the single source for all downhole tools, rig equipment, integrated systems and supply chain solutions. NOV offers very competitive benefits. We seek dedicated individuals who want to turn their professional ambitions into personal achievements. If you want to experience more challenges and rewards than you ever thought possible, think of NOV.

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