Artisan Welder

• Org Unit: Estate Support Service
• Reports to: Mechanical Foreman
• Job Category: Fixed Term Contract
• Closing date: 17th November 2026

About Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc

Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is the country’s leading producer of raw, refined and specialty sugars, employing more than 9000 employees. Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is part of Illovo Sugar Africa Group, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Associated British Foods plc (ABF).

Key responsibilities

• Measure, mark, cut, shape, and assemble metal plates, pipes, and structural steel according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carry out MIG, TIG, Arc (SMAW), Flux-Cored, or Gas welding on a variety of materials while ensuring strong, defect-free welds.
• Install, maintain, and repair tanks, chutes, hoppers, pressure vessels, piping systems, conveyors, and structural steelwork.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings, welding procedures, blueprints, and work instructions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Carry out dimensional checks and weld inspections.
• Conduct inspections of completed work, follow welding procedures, use appropriate PPE, and comply with occupational health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Operate fabrication equipment such as grinders, cutting torches, rollers, presses, and welding machines.
• Report equipment defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Promote and adhere to Illovo’s procedures, policies and guidelines, including, without limitation, those relating to SHERQ, Competition Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC).

Qualifications and experience

• Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE)
• Tevet Certificate level 3 or National Trade Test Grade 1 Certificate and advanced Craft Certificate or in Welding and Fabrication
• Must have a minimum of 2 years work experience.

How to apply

Please send your application letters together with detailed CV with copies of relevant certificates, traceable referees and National ID to:

The Human Resource Mill Head, Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc, Private Bag 50, Blantyre.

Or through email: [email protected]

Closing date for receiving application letters is 17th November 2026 and only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

Illovo is an equal opportunity employer, and women are encouraged to apply.