Background

Keda Ceramics International Limited is a manufacturing company of ceramics tiles and sanitary ware located in Miwani, Kisumu County and sitting on 150 acres with its headquarters in Guangzhou, China.

Job Purpose

The Welder will be responsible for carrying out welding, cutting, fabrication, repair, and maintenance works on machinery, equipment, structures, and other metal components while ensuring high-quality workmanship and strict adherence to safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform arc welding on various metal components, machinery, structures, and equipment.
• Carry out gas cutting and gas welding activities safely and accurately.
• Perform arc cutting and other approved metal-cutting operations.
• Prepare, align, fit, and position metal components before welding.
• Carry out repair and maintenance welding on factory machinery, equipment, pipes, frames, supports, and structures.
• Select the appropriate welding method, electrode, gas, tools, and equipment depending on the job requirements.
• Inspect completed welds for defects such as cracks, porosity, undercutting, poor penetration, and improper alignment.
• Grind, clean, and finish welded surfaces to the required standard.
• Operate welding machines, gas-cutting equipment, grinders, and other fabrication tools safely.
• Conduct routine checks on welding equipment, gas cylinders, hoses, regulators, cables, and connections before use.
• Report defective or unsafe equipment immediately to the supervisor.
• Follow all company Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) procedures when carrying out hot-work activities.
• Ensure proper use of PPE, including welding helmets, gloves, safety boots, protective clothing, and eye and face protection.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and ensure proper storage of welding tools and equipment.
• Work closely with mechanics, technicians, operators, and other maintenance personnel to complete assigned jobs.
• Complete assigned welding and fabrication jobs within the required timelines.
• Perform any other duties related to welding and fabrication as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Requirements

• NITA certification/recognition in Welding or a relevant trade qualification is mandatory.
• Certificate in Welding and Fabrication or equivalent technical qualification.
• Demonstrable practical experience in welding and fabrication.
• Must have practical knowledge and experience in Arc Welding.
• Must have practical knowledge and experience in Gas Welding and Gas Cutting.

• Perform arc welding on various metal components, machinery, structures, and equipment.
• Carry out gas cutting and gas welding activities safely and accurately.
• Perform arc cutting and other approved metal-cutting operations.
• Prepare, align, fit, and position metal components before welding.
• Carry out repair and maintenance welding on factory machinery, equipment, pipes, frames, supports, and structures.
• Select the appropriate welding method, electrode, gas, tools, and equipment depending on the job requirements.
• Inspect completed welds for defects such as cracks, porosity, undercutting, poor penetration, and improper alignment.
• Grind, clean, and finish welded surfaces to the required standard.
• Operate welding machines, gas-cutting equipment, grinders, and other fabrication tools safely.
• Conduct routine checks on welding equipment, gas cylinders, hoses, regulators, cables, and connections before use.
• Report defective or unsafe equipment immediately to the supervisor.
• Follow all company Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) procedures when carrying out hot-work activities.
• Ensure proper use of PPE, including welding helmets, gloves, safety boots, protective clothing, and eye and face protection.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and ensure proper storage of welding tools and equipment.
• Work closely with mechanics, technicians, operators, and other maintenance personnel to complete assigned jobs.
• Complete assigned welding and fabrication jobs within the required timelines.
• Perform any other duties related to welding and fabrication as assigned by the supervisor.

• Arc Welding
• Gas Cutting
• Gas Welding
• Fabrication
• Repair and Maintenance Welding
• Welding Equipment Operation
• Safety Procedures
• PPE Usage

• NITA certification/recognition in Welding or a relevant trade qualification is mandatory.
• Certificate in Welding and Fabrication or equivalent technical qualification.
• Demonstrable practical experience in welding and fabrication.
• Must have practical knowledge and experience in Arc Welding.
• Must have practical knowledge and experience in Gas Welding and Gas Cutting.