Liqhobong Mining Development Company (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Firestone Diamonds PLC, invites suitably qualified and competent Basotho to apply for the vacant position of Welder.
Job purpose
To improve the operation of the mine for maintenance purposes by routinely assessing and fabricating steelworks. The incumbent must be a qualified, certified coded welder.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Mechanical Chargehand, the incumbent will carry out the following duties and responsibilities;
Ensure compliance and adherence to SHE policies, programmes, practices, safety standards and regulations;
Comply with legislative and operational requirements;
Design and make up replacement piping Clean and smooth welds
Inspect and check welds
Legal and other requirements
Police clearance and medical examinations of fitness;
Valid driver’s license;
Free from vertigo and not colour blind.
Qualifications and experience
3 – 5 years’ experience as a Welder in a plant or manufacturing environment;
A relevant trade diploma or trade test certificate from a recognized / accredited institution;
Coded welding certificate
Knowledge of piping, structural and plate work welding techniques, tools and principles in the plant maintenance and construction environment;
Equipment selection – determining the kind of tools and equipment needed;
Use of machine and tools including their design, repair and maintenance;
Skills and competencies
Time management;
Optimal use of materials and spares;
Sound technical trouble shooting/ fault finding skills;
Hand-eye coordination; Proficiency in English;
Quality control and plant equipment maintenance.
Attributes
Consistent with agreed principles of correct moral conduct
Ability to take direction but exercise independent thought and judgment.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and relationships within a fast-paced, team-oriented and lean environment.
Application letters including a detailed CV and certified copies of relevant qualifications should be submitted to:
The Human Resource Department
Liqhobong Mining Development Company
LCCI Office Complex
Corner Princess Margaret and Orpen Road Maseru.
or email address: careers@liqhobong.co.ls
Closing date for submission of applications is Friday 31st March 2017
Disclaimer: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
