Senior Fabricator/ Welder
Weld and fabricate farm machinery, ensuring safety compliance and quality.
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Overview
Weld and fabricate farm machinery, ensuring safety compliance and quality.
You have:
- HND/BSc in Agricultural Engineering, Welding/Fabrication, Mechanical Engineering, or any other related course.
- A minimum of Five (5) years’ experience in performing similar role in a well-structured environment.
- Professional certification/Training in Occupational Health & Safety (e.g. NEBOSH, OSHA, or Nigerian equivalent) is desirable.
- Skilled in MIG, TIG, stick, and gas welding techniques.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and fabrication plans.
- Strong knowledge of metals, alloys, and welding consumables.
- Experience with CNC cutting or advanced metalworking tools.
- Demonstrate knowledge of and strict adherence to workplace safety standards.
- Experience working with ERP systems or work order tracking software.
- Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Position: Senior Fabricator/ Welder
Contract: 2-year renewable contract Location: Ibadan
Closing Date: 25 November 2025
DUTIES:
- Weld and repair farm machinery and implements, including tractors, irrigation equipment, and heavy-duty tools.
- Fabricate metal structures for research facilities (screenhouses, greenhouses, irrigation frames, trial plot fencing).
- Measure, cut and prepare metal materials according to design specifications.
- Employ appropriate welding techniques (MIG, TIG, stick welding, arc welding, gas welding, etc.) to produce strong, precise, and safe welds.
- Carry out preventative maintenance on welded structures to ensure long-term durability and reduce replacement costs.
- Maintain safe working conditions and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
- Keep accurate daily records of welding and fabrication activities, including materials used and labor hours (to support cost-recovery tracking).
- Provide input to equipment investment plans by reporting recurring fabrication/repair needs.
- Train and guide junior welders or casual staff on proper welding techniques and safety practices.
- Perform any other job-related tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
QUALIFICATION:
HND/BSc in Agricultural Engineering, Welding/ Fabrication, Mechanical Engineering, or any other related course. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of Five (5) years’ experience in performing similar role in a well-structured environment.
Professional certification/ Training in Occupational Health & Safety (e.g. NEBOSH, OSHA, or Nigerian equivalent) is desirable.
COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must:
- Be skilled in MIG, TIG, stick, and gas welding techniques.
- Have the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and fabrication plans.
- Possess strong knowledge of metals, alloys, and welding consumables.
- Have experience with CNC cutting or advanced metalworking tools.
- Demonstrate knowledge of and strict adherence to workplace safety standards, including proper use of PPE and safe handling of welding and fabrication equipment.
- Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Have experience working with ERP systems or work order tracking software.
Benefits
REMUNERATION:
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with different welding techniques? | This question assesses your technical background and versatility in welding. | Provide specific examples of projects where you used various welding methods. |
| How do you ensure safety while performing your welding tasks? | This question tests your commitment to health and safety standards. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What measures do you take to maintain equipment and tools? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to train someone in welding techniques. What approach did you take? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you manage your time and prioritize tasks during fabrication projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of reading technical drawings? What challenges did you face? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Have you ever encountered an emergency while working? How did you respond? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What experience do you have with ERP systems in relation to welding tasks? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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