Maintenance Technician, Welder

Date: 14 May 2025

Location: Westmoreland, Jamaica

Company: GraceKennedy Ltd.

GK Foods & Services Limited
(Grace Food Processors Division)

Invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of:-

 

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (WELDER)
 

 

 

Reporting to the Maintenance Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for repairs and maintenance with a focus on (but not limited to) welding.

 

ACADEMIC/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Diploma in Engineering or HEART Level 3 Engineering Certification
  • Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a similar capacity, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proficient in computer skills 
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Organized, with strong people skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Workplace safety certification (preferred)
  • Experience in AutoCAD or other drawing applications (preferred)

 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: 

  • Complete all assigned welding/fabrication jobs on time
  • Assist with other maintenance activities as required.
  • Perform troubleshooting and installation as required.
  • Practise Good Housekeeping in workshops.
  • Maintain all welding equipment in line with industry safety standards
  • Be actively involved in relevant quality and food safety projects 
  • Adhere to all safety policies, procedures, and regulations
  • Lead and participate in safety audits as required
  • Use and maintain PPEs in good working condition

  

 

Qualified applicants are invited to submit applications no later than 30/05/2025 via the careers section of our Corporate Website at www.gracekennedy.com

 

Grace Foods & Services Limited upholds the principles of fairness and equity in the treatment of all our employees and stakeholders. The Company is committed to equity in all its employment practices and policies and seeks to recruit, develop and retain its employees on the basis of merit, ability and performance. As such, we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment, and will not discriminate on the grounds of race, national origin, religion, gender, or otherwise.