CO₂ Welder / Fabricator / CO₂ Sweiser / Vervaardiger(TC 77)
Company
Werkie
Location
Pretoria
Posted
17 days ago
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Job Description
Introduction / Inleiding
Our client is a South African-based engineering and industrial solutions business operating within the broader African infrastructure and technical services sector. The company focuses on delivering innovative, high-quality and cost-effective solutions supported by strong technical expertise and a commitment to integrity and excellence.
LOCATION: Industria, Johannesburg
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Ons kliënt is ’n Suid-Afrikaanse ingenieurs- en industriële oplossingsonderneming wat binne die breër Afrika-infrastruktuur- en tegniese dienste sektor opereer. Die maatskappy fokus op die lewering van innoverende, hoëgehalte en koste-effektiewe oplossings wat ondersteun word deur sterk tegniese kundigheid en ’n verbintenis tot integriteit en uitnemendheid.
LIGGING: Industria, Johannesburg
Key Responsibilities/ Hoofverantwoordelikhede
Welding and Fabrication
• Operate CO₂ MIG welding machines to weld and join metal components.
• Perform welding on mild steel and other approved materials.
• Set welding machine settings including voltage, wire speed, and gas flow according to material requirements.
• Prepare materials by cutting, grinding, cleaning, measuring, and positioning before welding.
• Complete tack welding, structural welds, repairs, and fabrication work as required.
• Fabricate steel frames, brackets, supports, structures, and components according to specifications.
• Ensure all welds are strong, neat, and meet company quality standards.
• Repair damaged metal components and equipment where required.
Machine Breakdown Assistance and Maintenance Support
• Assist with machine breakdowns and production equipment issues.
• Help identify faults and report breakdowns to the Production Supervisor or Manager.
• Assist with repairs, adjustments, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Carry out welding repairs on damaged machine parts, frames, brackets, and supports.
• Assist with dismantling, replacing, and reassembling machine components under instruction.
• Ensure machinery is safely isolated before assisting with repairs.
• Assist with testing machines after repairs to ensure safe operation.
• Report recurring machine problems to prevent production delays.
• Maintain workshop tools and repair equipment in good working condition.
Production Support
• Work together with production staff to meet daily targets and deadlines.
• Assist with fabrication projects and workshop improvements.
• Follow production instructions and job specifications.
• Ensure efficient use of materials and minimise wastage.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
Quality Control
• Inspect completed welds for cracks, weak points, poor penetration, or defects.
• Correct welding faults where required.
• Check finished work against measurements and specifications.
• Ensure completed products meets the company's quality requirements.
• Report material defects, equipment issues, or production concerns.
Equipment Care
• Maintain CO₂ welding machines, tools, and workshop equipment.
• Replace consumables such as welding wire, tips, and nozzles when required.
• Keep equipment clean and properly stored.
• Report damaged or unsafe equipment immediately
Health and Safety Responsibilities
• Follow all the company's health and safety procedures.
• Wear correct PPE including welding helmet, gloves, safety boots, and protective clothing.
• Follow safe welding practices at all times.
• Handle gas cylinders and welding equipment safely.
• Keep work areas free from hazards.
• Report accidents, unsafe conditions, or risks immediately.
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Sweiswerk en Vervaardiging
• Bedien CO₂ MIG sweismasjiene om metaalonderdele te sweis en te verbind.
• Voer sweiswerk uit op sagte staal en ander goedgekeurde materiale.
• Stel sweismasjien-instellings soos spanning, draadsnelheid en gasvloei volgens materiaalvereistes.
• Berei materiale voor deur te sny, slyp, skoon te maak, te meet en te posisioneer voor sweiswerk.
• Voltooi heg-sweiswerk, strukturele sweislasse, herstelwerk en vervaardigingswerk soos benodig.
• Vervaardig staalrame, hakies, ondersteunings, strukture en komponente volgens spesifikasies.
• Verseker dat alle sweislasse sterk, netjies is en aan die maatskappy se kwaliteitstandaarde voldoen.
• Herstel beskadigd
Our client is a South African-based engineering and industrial solutions business operating within the broader African infrastructure and technical services sector. The company focuses on delivering innovative, high-quality and cost-effective solutions supported by strong technical expertise and a commitment to integrity and excellence.
LOCATION: Industria, Johannesburg
____________________________________________________________________________________
Ons kliënt is ’n Suid-Afrikaanse ingenieurs- en industriële oplossingsonderneming wat binne die breër Afrika-infrastruktuur- en tegniese dienste sektor opereer. Die maatskappy fokus op die lewering van innoverende, hoëgehalte en koste-effektiewe oplossings wat ondersteun word deur sterk tegniese kundigheid en ’n verbintenis tot integriteit en uitnemendheid.
LIGGING: Industria, Johannesburg
Key Responsibilities/ Hoofverantwoordelikhede
Welding and Fabrication
• Operate CO₂ MIG welding machines to weld and join metal components.
• Perform welding on mild steel and other approved materials.
• Set welding machine settings including voltage, wire speed, and gas flow according to material requirements.
• Prepare materials by cutting, grinding, cleaning, measuring, and positioning before welding.
• Complete tack welding, structural welds, repairs, and fabrication work as required.
• Fabricate steel frames, brackets, supports, structures, and components according to specifications.
• Ensure all welds are strong, neat, and meet company quality standards.
• Repair damaged metal components and equipment where required.
Machine Breakdown Assistance and Maintenance Support
• Assist with machine breakdowns and production equipment issues.
• Help identify faults and report breakdowns to the Production Supervisor or Manager.
• Assist with repairs, adjustments, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Carry out welding repairs on damaged machine parts, frames, brackets, and supports.
• Assist with dismantling, replacing, and reassembling machine components under instruction.
• Ensure machinery is safely isolated before assisting with repairs.
• Assist with testing machines after repairs to ensure safe operation.
• Report recurring machine problems to prevent production delays.
• Maintain workshop tools and repair equipment in good working condition.
Production Support
• Work together with production staff to meet daily targets and deadlines.
• Assist with fabrication projects and workshop improvements.
• Follow production instructions and job specifications.
• Ensure efficient use of materials and minimise wastage.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
Quality Control
• Inspect completed welds for cracks, weak points, poor penetration, or defects.
• Correct welding faults where required.
• Check finished work against measurements and specifications.
• Ensure completed products meets the company's quality requirements.
• Report material defects, equipment issues, or production concerns.
Equipment Care
• Maintain CO₂ welding machines, tools, and workshop equipment.
• Replace consumables such as welding wire, tips, and nozzles when required.
• Keep equipment clean and properly stored.
• Report damaged or unsafe equipment immediately
Health and Safety Responsibilities
• Follow all the company's health and safety procedures.
• Wear correct PPE including welding helmet, gloves, safety boots, and protective clothing.
• Follow safe welding practices at all times.
• Handle gas cylinders and welding equipment safely.
• Keep work areas free from hazards.
• Report accidents, unsafe conditions, or risks immediately.
______________________________________________________________________________
Sweiswerk en Vervaardiging
• Bedien CO₂ MIG sweismasjiene om metaalonderdele te sweis en te verbind.
• Voer sweiswerk uit op sagte staal en ander goedgekeurde materiale.
• Stel sweismasjien-instellings soos spanning, draadsnelheid en gasvloei volgens materiaalvereistes.
• Berei materiale voor deur te sny, slyp, skoon te maak, te meet en te posisioneer voor sweiswerk.
• Voltooi heg-sweiswerk, strukturele sweislasse, herstelwerk en vervaardigingswerk soos benodig.
• Vervaardig staalrame, hakies, ondersteunings, strukture en komponente volgens spesifikasies.
• Verseker dat alle sweislasse sterk, netjies is en aan die maatskappy se kwaliteitstandaarde voldoen.
• Herstel beskadigd
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What are the standard working hours and annual leave for electricians in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, electricians work a maximum of 45 hours per week with no more than 9 hours daily under the BCEA as of 2026. They receive 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service plus 10 public holidays. Sick leave totals 30 days over 3 years.
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As per SARS, electricians earning R237,101 to R370,500 annually pay 26% tax on income above R237,100 with rebates of R17,235 for under-65s as of the 2026/27 year. Monthly PAYE deductions apply automatically for salaries above R95,750 per year. UIF contributions remain at 1% of salary up to R17,712 monthly.
