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Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

HDPE Welder

Plumbing & PipefittingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAntofagasta, ChileNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Completed secondary education.
  • A current HDPE welder certification in accordance with project requirements.
  • At least 3 years of experience welding HDPE pipes.
  • Experience with butt fusion and/or electrofusion.
  • Experience working with field assembly and piping teams.

Responsibilities

  • Perform welding of HDPE pipes and fittings using butt fusion, electrofusion, and other authorized procedures.
  • Prepare and condition pipe surfaces before welding.
  • Cut, size, align, and prepare pipes and fittings.
  • Operate butt-fusion and electrofusion machinery and equipment correctly.
  • Verify welding parameters according to established procedures, including temperature, pressure, heating time, cooling time, and environmental conditions.
  • Visually inspect the quality of completed joints.
  • Identify defects, deformations, or conditions that could affect weld integrity.
  • Repair or correct joints when technically authorized.
  • Record welding parameters and results and maintain traceability.
  • Check the condition and calibration of welding equipment before starting work.
  • Interpret piping plans, isometric drawings, procedures, and technical specifications.
  • Coordinate daily activities with the Piping Supervisor and crew members.
  • Support assembly, installation, and preparation of HDPE lines.

Desired Qualifications

  • Technical education or specialized training in HDPE welding and assembly.
  • Experience in mining, industrial, sanitation, hydraulic, or infrastructure projects.

About the Company

Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services to help clients meet regulations, ensure quality and safety, and gain market access. It runs laboratory testing, on-site inspections, and certification against standards, often with training and consulting, across a wide range of industries. The services rely on a global network of laboratories and offices that deliver localized solutions with global expertise. What sets SGS apart is its large global footprint and its emphasis on quality, integrity, risk mitigation, and sustainability, enabling it to serve a diverse set of customers from small businesses to multinationals. The company's goal is to help customers comply with regulations, improve product quality and safety, reduce risk, and boost productivity across markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
Founded
1878

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