Department: Agriculture — Irrigation

Reports To: Senior Irrigation Engineer

Job Summary:

The High-Pressure Welder will be responsible for welding and fabrication works on high-pressure water-conveyance pipelines and irrigation infrastructure. The role will focus on producing quality pressure-rated welds, repairing existing pipeline joints and structures, and supporting the installation of new irrigation pipeline sections while maintaining required safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out welding and fabrication works on high-pressure water-conveyance pipelines and irrigation infrastructure.
• Produce quality welds on steel/pressure-pipe joints, fittings, and support structures, meeting the required pressure rating.
• Inspect and repair existing welded joints and structures as part of ongoing maintenance.
• Work closely with the Pipe Fitter and Senior Irrigation Engineer during installation of new pipeline sections.
• Ensure all welding work complies with relevant safety and quality standards, including pressure-testing requirements.
• Maintain welding equipment and ensure the safe use of welding gases and electrical equipment.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Certified Welder with relevant pressure-pipe welding certification.
• Trade Certificate in Welding/Fabrication.
• 3–5 years of experience in high-pressure pipe welding, ideally on water-conveyance or industrial piping systems.
• Strong knowledge of high-pressure pipe welding techniques, including arc, TIG, and MIG as applicable.
• Working knowledge of pipefitting.
• Strong safety discipline and ability to follow required welding and pressure-testing standards.

Deadline:

18th September 2026