Welder - Quarry & Heavy Equipment Maintenance

About the role

A client operating in the quarry industry is looking for an experienced welder to join its maintenance team in Mai Mahiu, Kenya. The welder carries out welding, fabrication, repairs and maintenance on heavy quarry equipment and machinery. The position is full time.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out welding repairs and maintenance on heavy quarry equipment, including excavators, shovels, dumpers and crusher components.
• Repair and reinforce worn or damaged parts such as buckets, chutes, hoppers, truck bodies and other machinery components.
• Perform heavy metal fabrication, cutting, grinding, fitting and assembly of metal components.
• Inspect damaged or cracked metal structures and carry out welding repairs.
• Work with thick steel plates, wear plates and other heavy-duty materials used in quarry operations.
• Use welding machines, cutting tools and grinders safely and effectively, and ensure repairs meet quality and safety standards.
• Report equipment defects to the supervisor, keep the work area clean and follow safety procedures.

Required profile

• Certificate or diploma in Welding and Fabrication or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 8 years of practical welding experience.
• Proven experience welding, repairing and maintaining heavy equipment.
• Experience in a quarry, mining, construction or heavy engineering environment is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Good practical knowledge of Arc/MMA welding; MIG/MAG experience is an added advantage.
• Competence with welding machines, cutting equipment, grinders and fabrication tools.
• Ability to identify faults and carry out effective repairs, with good attention to detail.

Interested candidates apply by sending their CV to the recruiter, quoting "Welder - Mai Mahiu" as the subject; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The stated salary is KSh 45,000 - 55,000 per month.