Quality Engineer Welding Department (Automotive Industry)
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Quality Engineer Welding Department (Automotive Industry)
Pinetown KZN
Key Details Extracted
Main Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement welding quality plans.
• Monitor welding activities and ensure compliance with ISO, ASME, AWS, and other standards.
• Conduct inspections of welds, materials, and processes.
• Manage welding documentation, including WPS (Welding Procedure Specification), PQR (Procedure Qualification Record), and WPQ (Welder Performance Qualification).
• Lead investigations of welding-related defects and ensure corrective/preventive actions.
• Provide technical support and training to welders and production teams.
Requirements/Qualifications:
• Engineering degree or diploma (Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Welding preferred).
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI/IWE or equivalent) advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SAW, etc.).
• Familiarity with NDT methods (RT, UT, MT, PT).
• Minimum years of welding/quality experience .
• Skills & Competencies:
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Good communication for liaising with production, clients, and auditors.
• Knowledge of safety, quality management systems, and continuous improvement.
Pinetown KZN
Key Details Extracted
Main Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement welding quality plans.
• Monitor welding activities and ensure compliance with ISO, ASME, AWS, and other standards.
• Conduct inspections of welds, materials, and processes.
• Manage welding documentation, including WPS (Welding Procedure Specification), PQR (Procedure Qualification Record), and WPQ (Welder Performance Qualification).
• Lead investigations of welding-related defects and ensure corrective/preventive actions.
• Provide technical support and training to welders and production teams.
Requirements/Qualifications:
• Engineering degree or diploma (Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Welding preferred).
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI/IWE or equivalent) advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SAW, etc.).
• Familiarity with NDT methods (RT, UT, MT, PT).
• Minimum years of welding/quality experience .
• Skills & Competencies:
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Good communication for liaising with production, clients, and auditors.
• Knowledge of safety, quality management systems, and continuous improvement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs in South Africa
What is the national minimum wage for welder jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage is R30.64 per hour effective 1 March 2026 for all ordinary hours of work. For welders working a standard 45-hour week over 4.33 weeks, this equates to R5,975 per month before deductions. Sectoral determinations like those from the MEIBC set higher rates for covered welders.
What work visa is required for a foreigner to take up a welder job in South Africa in 2026?
Foreign welders require a General Work Visa as welding is not on the Critical Skills List effective 2026. The employer must apply via VFS Global with a job offer, company registration, and proof of advertising the job locally for 30 days, with visas valid up to 5 years. Processing takes 8-20 weeks and costs R1,520 application fee.
What qualifications and experience are needed for certified welder jobs in South Africa?
Certified welders need a National N3 Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent NQF Level 4, plus 36 months workplace experience, followed by passing a trade test at an accredited test centre. The QCTO issues the Welding Artisan certificate upon success. Entry-level helpers require only Grade 10 with no experience.
What documents do I need to apply for welder jobs through South African government employment services?
Register on the eServices SA (ESSA) portal with certified copies of your ID or passport, matric certificate, trade test certificate, CV, and bank statement. Unemployed South Africans get free priority matching to welder vacancies. Walk-in registration at 126 Labour Centres requires the same documents.
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