Sandton, South Africa | Posted on 04/14/2026
We are currently recruiting for one of our entities, Applied Welding Technology (AWT). This function oversees production activities i.e. drive productivity, effective coordination, cost control, support for both EHS and quality objectives. Furthermore, this role is critical in ensuring that there is alignment between production and other departments, including management, always.
Duties and responsibilities Production planning, scheduling and distribution work
Prioritization of jobs
Assessment of project and resource requirements
Completion of jobs within agreed schedule and budget
Proper functioning of production departments
Factory production process improvements
Functional reporting Working conditions Primarily based at the factory in Kempton Park Physical requirements Annual medical checkup to confirm that employee is medically fit to perform his duties in full. Requirements
Qualifications
Education Grade 12 (Matric) (mandatory)
Diploma or degree (e.g. Production management, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering or similar) (NQF L6) or higher (mandatory)
Welding related qualifications advantageous but not mandatory
Machining qualifications advantageous but not mandatory
Management qualifications advantageous but not mandatory
Understanding of metal fabrication processes fundamentals and tools - mandatory
Understanding of lean manufacturing - mandatory
Computer literacy (Ms office package) - mandatory Skills Good communication skills both written and verbal
Good problem-solving skills
Must be able to work under fast paced environment Experience 10-15 years of experienced in a faced paced metal fabrication factory (or relatable) environment – mandatory
