About this role
Welding Technician - KVM
Welding Technician - KVM
Welding technician
JOB INFORMATION
Job Title: Division: Department: Section/Unit
Welding Technician Operations Production Body shop
Reports to: Workstation:
Welding engineer KVM
Direct Reports: Indirect Reports:
N/A N/A
JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for performing welding operations using suitable welding processes and techniques to produce quality structurally sound and strong welds free from defects.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB
Operational Responsibilities
- Follow all safety regulations and best practices to ensure a safe working environment.
- Participate in safety training.
- Performing MIG, SMAW, Resistant spot welding (RSW) or TIG welding operations ensuring the welds are free from defects and right size as per standards.
- Inspect joint preparation and report substandard preparation
- Prepare jigs and welding fixtures as required for products production and welding
- Performing fitting and weld preparation procedures in accordance with specified standards and assembly/fabrication drawings
- Set up and use all welding equipment correctly
- Use welding consumables and tools efficiently
- Use and maintain welding equipment in full operating condition.
- Reading and interpreting technical documents and drawings to ensure product is built /welded as per design
- Work in accordance with KVM Quality policy, procedures and work instructions
- Champion Quality improvement initiatives, put in place and follow Kaizen principles and standards as provided.
- Adhering to KVM HSE Policy and ANZEN principles
- And any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum level of academic and professional qualification required to perform effectively in the role
- Diploma/Certificate in welding or a related field
- To have completed secondary level of education
- Knowledge of welding best practices and safety procedures
Minimum level of experience required to perform effectively in the role
- Working experience of 2 years in welding and fabrication in structural work or automotive field
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Internal customers
- Welding engineer
- Bus Assembly technicians
- Panel beaters
External Customers
- Customers
- Dealers
- Service providers
- Special Product developers
- OEMs
COMPETENCIES
Technical
- Basic welding knowledge in automotive or structural work.
- Able to work safely following all safety procedures and principles
Functional
- Report writing skills
- Presentation skills
- Communication skills
Behavioral
- Interpersonal skills – Is self-aware, and has ability to relate with people across all levels of seniority as appropriate, to ensure achievement of personal targets
- Integrity and trust – Trusted individuals who can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner.
- Time management – Able to manage time well per operation
Your Full Name
Date of birth
Your email address
Your phone number
Academic Qualifications
Degree Obtained/University
Indicate the years of relevant work experience
Describe the work experience above including the Company Name and period worked
Indicate the years of experience in the Motor Vehicle Assembly
Current salary
Expected salary
Notice Period
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Referee 2
Referee 3
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Date: 1st November 2026
Time: 5:00 pm