Welder (JDI) at Senwes

Job Description
Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Welding & General work

Perform welding on equipment with the following:

• MIG welder
• ARG welder
• TIG welder
• Gas welder (brazing, silversolder)
• Operation of a Plasma cutter
• Operation of drill press /standing drill land grinding
• Perform measurements on equipment with Vernier (as example)
• Touch-up – and Spray-painting

Effective Repairing and Maintenance      

• Repair issues identified during diagnostics and preventative maintenance promptly and efficiently.
• Conduct field work and routine maintenance using specialised tools on all John Deere and other agricultural equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area; manage spills, grease, and debris proactively.
• Perform additional duties or special projects as assigned by Workshop Manager.
• Follow all company and dealer policies, regulations, and safety standards.
• Ensure proper handling and maintenance of company equipment.
• Monitor equipment performance post-repair and provide feedback for continuous improvement.

Customer Service and Record keeping

• Maintain effective communication and professional relationships with Workshop Manager, colleagues, and clients.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through timely, quality service.
• Keep accurate records of all work.

Training

• Attend all internal and external training sessions to stay up-to-date with technical skills and knowledge.
• Apply newly acquired knowledge in daily work and demonstrate skills learned.
• Identify personal skill gaps and take initiative to improve performance through
• Continuous learning

Job Requirements

• National Senior Certificate;
• At least 2 years of relevant welding experience
• Valid Code 8 (EB) driver's license

Skills and Knowledge 

• Customer service, communication, interpersonal skills
• Assertiveness, professionalism, attention to detail
• Planning, time management, bilingual
• Accuracy, tidiness
• Agri-business, agri mechanisation equipment
• Organisational structure, health and safety (to be trained on policies and procedures)
• MS Office