PIPE WELDERS (3rd party certified)

KaziniKwetu Ltd on behalf of client is urgently looking to recruit 20 3rd party certified  Pipe Welders to begin working in Sengerema, Mwanza.

Primary Goal: Fabricate and assemble code-compliant, leak-free pipe joints capable of handling high pressure, extreme temperatures, or hazardous fluids.

Common Processes: TIG (GTAW), Stick (SMAW), MIG (GMAW), Flux-Cored (FCAW).  

Work Environment: Construction zones; often involves confined spaces, working at heights, and outdoor conditions. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Preparation & Layout 
  • Blueprint Reading: Interpret isometric drawings, schematics, and welding symbols to plan joint configurations and project timelines. 
  • Material Prep: Cut, bevel, clean, and align metal pipes (carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy, etc.) using grinders, torches, or beveling tools. 
  • Fit-Up: Secure pipes using clamps, tack welds, and alignment tools to ensure proper gap and bevel angles before laying the root pass. 
• Execution & Fabrication 
  • Multi-Pass Welding: Perform high-integrity root, hot, filler, and cap passes across various positions (e.g., 2G, 5G, 6G). 
  • Thermal Control: Monitor heat input, interpass temperatures, and purge gases (for stainless/exotic metals) to prevent oxidation and cracking. 
  • Maintenance & Repair: Cut out defective sections and perform repair welds on aging or damaged piping systems. 
• Quality Assurance & Safety 
  • Quality Inspections: Examine completed welds visually and prepare joints for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), such as Radiographic (X-ray), Ultrasonic, or Pressure Testing. 
  • Code Compliance: Maintain strict compliance with safety guidelines (OSHA) and industry standard codes (ASME, AWS, API). 

Requirements

• 3rd party certified
• At least three years of hands on experience in similar field

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