The Big Picture:

　　Howden, a Chart Industries Company, is a global leader in air and gas handling products, services and solutions. Howden’s core focus is on providing quality solutions for air and gas handling, and have over a century of experience in doing so.

　　ESAB South Africa, a division of Howden MEA is looking for an experienced Welding Technician responsible for testing of incoming welding consumables to the Code and or customer specifications and market needs. Train customers how to weld with ESAB Filler materials. Assist process development with customer trials welding procedures.

　　What needs to be done?

　　Responsible for the sourcing, preparation and welding of test assemblies.

　　Preparation of testing request documents.

　　Liaising with the service provider for material testing to ensure adherence to agreed service levels.

　　Checking and approval of test results in accordance with the test request.

　　Production of test certificates to the relevant code or customer requirements.

　　Testing and evaluation of welding consumables returned under complaint.

　　Assist with Demos when and if required.

　　Assist with distributor training when and if required.

　　Control all Demo equipment movement to and from customers.

　　Conducting customer trials in a speedy and professional manner.

　　Comply with ISO9001, OCHSA 18001 and ISO14001

　　Lead the safety effort and awareness within area of responsibility.

　　Routinely conduct safety observation and highlight any non-conformances.

　　Adhere to all SOX Compliance Controls with reverence to the narratives applicable to your area of responsibility.

　　What do you need to bring?

　　Grade 12/ Matric

　　Qualified & Trade Tested Welder

　　N3 Technical qualification

　　Proficient in the following Welding Processes: SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW and SAW.

　　At least 3 years’ experience as a Welding Technician.

　　ESAB / Welding Equipment range knowledge.

　　Good communications skills

　　Intermediate knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel and Projects

　　What will you get in return?

　　You will have the opportunity to work for a global engineering organization in a challenging and dynamic role with great development opportunities. We offer a competitive salary along with a great benefits package.

　　About us:

　　Worldwide business – Liaise with our colleagues in 27 countries.

　　We offer global and local opportunities – 6000 employees and world leading engineers, who create cutting edge developments – You will be a part of over 160 years of innovation and development that continues today with our digital solutions. At Howden, we have a strong corporate identity and purpose – You will be a member of our team, shaping the future of the world and tackling some of the most pressing issues facing the planet.

　　Our products and organisation are Revolving Around You – Our culture promotes individual development to enhance our most important asset – our people.