Welder

Welder

Pretoria, South Africa

Company
Perfect Placement Recruitment
Location
Centurion
Via
Talent.com

Job Description
Job title: Welder

Vacancy type: Full time

Salary: Market-related

Location: Silverton, Pretoria

Duties:
• Read and interpret drawings and welding specifications.
• Perform welding using CO2 (MIG/MAG) and TIG (GTAW) processes on various metals.
• Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment.
• Inspect and test welds to meet quality and code standards.
• Carry out repairs, rework, and finishing as needed.
• Maintain safety standards and a clean work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to complete projects on time.

Requirements:
• Trade certification and double coded welder qualification (CO2 and TIG) - beneficial.
• Experience working with aluminium and thick steel.
• Matric - beneficial
• Boiler maker experience - beneficial
• Proven experience as a welder, with competency in both CO2 and TIG processes.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and welding symbols.
• Knowledge of welding standards, codes, and safety regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds.
• Physical stamina and manual dexterity for handling heavy equipment and working in confined spaces.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Problem-solving skills for identifying welding defects and applying corrective measures.

By submitting your information and application you hereby confirm:
1. That you have no objection to us retaining your personal information in our database for future matching/ POPI Policy.
2. Due to the nature of the position, that we can do an ITC check if our client is interested in your CV.
3. That the information you have provided to us is true, correct, and up to date.

PLEASE NOTE:
Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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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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