Welder at KEDA Kenya Ceramics Company Limited

Job Purpose

• The Welder will be responsible for carrying out welding, cutting, fabrication, repair, and maintenance works on machinery, equipment, structures, and other metal components while ensuring high-quality workmanship and strict adherence to safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform arc welding on various metal components, machinery, structures, and equipment.
• Carry out gas cutting and gas welding activities safely and accurately.
• Perform arc cutting and other approved metal-cutting operations.
• Prepare, align, fit, and position metal components before welding.
• Carry out repair and maintenance welding on factory machinery, equipment, pipes, frames, supports, and structures.
• Select the appropriate welding method, electrode, gas, tools, and equipment depending on the job requirements.
• Inspect completed welds for defects such as cracks, porosity, undercutting, poor penetration, and improper alignment.
• Grind, clean, and finish welded surfaces to the required standard.
• Operate welding machines, gas-cutting equipment, grinders, and other fabrication tools safely.
• Conduct routine checks on welding equipment, gas cylinders, hoses, regulators, cables, and connections before use.
• Report defective or unsafe equipment immediately to the supervisor.
• Follow all company Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) procedures when carrying out hot-work activities.
• Ensure proper use of PPE, including welding helmets, gloves, safety boots, protective clothing, and eye and face protection.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and ensure proper storage of welding tools and equipment.
• Work closely with mechanics, technicians, operators, and other maintenance personnel to complete assigned jobs.
• Complete assigned welding and fabrication jobs within the required timelines.
• Perform any other duties related to welding and fabrication as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Requirements

• NITA certification/recognition in Welding or a relevant trade qualification is mandatory.
• Certificate in Welding and Fabrication or equivalent technical qualification.
• Demonstrable practical experience in welding and fabrication.
• Must have practical knowledge and experience in Arc Welding.
• Must have practical knowledge and experience in Gas Welding and Gas Cutting.