Metal Fabricator/Welder

Senior Welder & Multi-Skilled Technician

VVater is a US-based, next-generation water treatment company that aims to provide Water for Humankind with a cornerstone of sustainability and a promise of a better, healthier tomorrow—servicing various industries and markets around the world from Real Estate, Wastewater Treatment, Municipal Potable Water, and multiple others, in particular, focusing on the recovering and recycling of different waters in a centralized or decentralized way. The company also does artificial beaches, urban lagoons, wave pools, surf parks, aquatics, sewage treatment, wastewater, and drinking water.

The Senior Welder & Multi-Skilled Technician is a highly skilled craftsman with proficiency in welding and a broad range of metal fabrication techniques. This role requires a versatile individual who can interpret blueprints, operate various machinery, and produce high-quality metal products. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of welding expertise, mechanical skills, and innovative problem-solving to our team, ensuring efficiency and excellence in our production processes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Blueprint Interpretation & Design: Read and analyze blueprints, drawings, and specifications to understand project requirements. Collaborate with the engineering team to adjust designs and provide practical insights.
• Metal Fabrication & Assembly: Measure, cut, shape, and assemble metal parts using advanced hand tools, welding equipment, and machinery. Employ various metal fabrication techniques for Aluminium, Stainless Steel, Titanium, and Aerospace grade materials.
• Welding Proficiency: Execute high-quality welds using Mig, Tig, and Stick welding techniques. Follow applicable codes and standards to ensure safety and compliance.
• Machinery Operation: Operate various machinery, including CNC machines, plasma cutters, pipe threaders, and forklifts. Conduct routine maintenance to ensure operational efficiency.
• Quality Control & Inspection: To meet quality standards and specifications, inspect finished products. Implement quality control measures throughout the fabrication process.
• Innovation & Problem Solving: Engage in the development of custom solutions for unique project requirements. Apply innovative thinking to overcome challenges and optimize fabrication processes.
• Team Collaboration & Leadership: Work closely with other team members, providing guidance and sharing expertise. Contribute to training sessions and help develop the skills of junior staff.
• CNC Machine: A significant aspect of this position involves the operation and maintenance of CNC machines, ensuring precision in metal fabrication and contributing to creating custom pieces. The individual will also be responsible for quality inspection of finished products, adhering to relevant codes and standards, and performing basic machining operations as necessary.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a welder with expertise in Mig, Tig, and Stick welding.
• Advanced knowledge of metal fabrication techniques and ability to work with diverse materials.
• Experience in operating and maintaining CNC machines and other fabrication machinery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of machinery and tool operation.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Familiarity with codes and standards related to welding and fabrication.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to lead and mentor others.
• Certification in welding, metal fabrication, or a related field is preferred.
• Forklift operation certification and experience with pipe threading are advantageous.

This job description is not exhaustive. Additional duties and responsibilities may be added as the role evolves and as projects demand. Flexibility and a willingness to adapt are essential qualities for this position.

As a part of our process to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of all applicants, assessment tests are required as part of our recruitment process. Unfortunately, should you elect not to participate in completing the assessment tests, your application will not be able to progress to the next stage or taken into consideration during evaluation.