TIG Welder at Dangote Industries Limited – Dangote Fertilizer, Nigeria

Dangote Industries Limited is recruiting a TIG Welder for maintenance operations at Dangote Fertilizer in Nigeria. The role reports to the Mechanical or Welding Supervisor and focuses on precision welding, fabrication and plant repairs.

Responsibilities

• Weld stainless steel, carbon steel, alloy steel, aluminium and other materials using approved TIG welding procedures.
• Fabricate, modify and repair piping systems, tanks, vessels, structural components and mechanical equipment.
• Interpret welding symbols, engineering drawings, sketches and specifications; prepare and fit joints accurately.
• Inspect completed welds, identify defects and uphold quality and dimensional standards.
• Operate and maintain welding machines, torches, gas cylinders, electrodes and other equipment safely.
• Follow permit-to-work, lockout/tagout, hot-work, personal protective equipment, fire-prevention and HSE requirements.

Qualifications and experience

• National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Welding and Fabrication Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Trade Test Grade I, II or III in Welding, Fabrication, Mechanical Maintenance or a related engineering trade, as listed in the role criteria.
• Certification in Industrial Fabrication and Welding Practices and a valid Hot Work Safety Training Certification.
• At least three years of industrial TIG welding, fabrication or plant maintenance experience in a relevant heavy-industry setting.
• Experience with stainless steel pipe welding, repairs, industrial fabrication and welding procedure specifications.
• Ability to read technical drawings, prepare joints, use measuring tools, troubleshoot weld defects and work safely.
• Precision, teamwork, initiative and willingness to work shifts or plant shutdowns as needed.