Artisan Welder (Trade Tested Welder)

Artisan Welder (Trade Tested Welder)

Johannesburg, South Africa

Company
PUTCO
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
10 hours ago
Via
Jobrapido.com

Job Description
**Job Requirements**:The ideal applicant will possess the following: Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Artisan Welder trade test certificate. Qualified Artisan Welder. Trade test certificate in welding. ± 5 years previous working experience in a welding environment.
• *Job Outputs**:Welding engine and gearbox parts. Cutting and welding of metals. Welding of aluminium. CO2, MIG, TIG Welding. Work from drawing and specifications. Welding of cast iron and stainless steel. Cutting and welding of pipes. Welding of allow metals. Gas welding. Good knowledge of coded welding and brazing procedures. Knowledge of the bus industry requirements pertaining to welding. Knowledge of safety standards to be adhered to in welding. Ability to handle & cut metals into desirable sizes.
• *Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in South Africa

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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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