Iron Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities :

• Comply with the companies Health, Safety and Environment policies in compliance with the legal requirements, site safety plan, site rules and arrangements.
• Install mechanical equipment to design specifications and drawings.
• Utilise knowledge / working background in all matters of site installation.
• Take instruction from assigned Mechanical Supervisors for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently.
• Install mechanical systems and their components to the customer requirements.
• Attend toolbox talk, safety stand down and other safety related meetings on site.
• Read blueprints, layout and prepare equipment for installation.
• Engage in problem solving where appropriate regarding site activities.
• Use measuring instruments to ensure parts conform to specifications on drawings.
• Work under minimal supervision to achieve desirable results.
• Ensure all finished components are free of burrs, shavings and sharp edges.
• Erect and install scaffolding, hoisting equipment and rigging.
• Signal crane operator to position steel units according to blueprints.
• Align, weld / bolt steel units in place and assemble / erect prefabricated metal structures such as; platforms, supports, metal stairways, railings and floor grating.
• Examine structures and equipment for deterioration, defects or non-compliance with specifications.

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