Boiler Maker at AFGRI Equipment

The purpose of this role is to ensure the effective operation of the boiler and to safely optimize production

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• N3 or Grade 12
• Trade Certificate– Boiler Machinery and Equipment

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layouts and procedures
• Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g., cut material with powered saws, gas cutting equipment to match measurements).
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
• Align components using callipers, rules etc. and clamp pieces.
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead).
• Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
• Development of chutes and spouts
• Repair existing machinery
• Repair, extend or alter structures
• Mechanical maintenance on production machines
• Ensure compliance to health and safety regulations and inform your supervisor of any potential hazards and/or breaches of safety regulations that may pose a risk to food safety

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/COMPETENCIES

• Sound knowledge and understanding of boiler machinery and equipment
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawing
• Mechanical knowledge
• Health and Safety relations
• Problem-solving ability

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Self-motivated and reliable
• Able to handle and work under pressure
• Able to work shifts