Welder
Company
Afrirent Auto
Location
Gqeberha
Job Type
Full–time and Contractor
Via
Glassdoor
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Job Description
· Welding repairs and refurbishments of truck trailers.
· Replacement of rubbing plates.
· Reading blueprints and drawings and taking measurements to plan layout and procedures.
· Determining the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
· Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements).
· Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
· Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces.
· Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead).
· Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
· Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
· Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
Welding Qualification
• Welding on trailers knowledge and experience with at least 5-years’ experience.
• Trade test (preferably)
• Focus on details and quality of work.
Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm
Pay: Up to R11 500,00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
• Arc and CO2: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
• Trade test (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
· Replacement of rubbing plates.
· Reading blueprints and drawings and taking measurements to plan layout and procedures.
· Determining the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
· Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements).
· Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
· Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces.
· Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead).
· Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
· Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
· Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
Welding Qualification
• Welding on trailers knowledge and experience with at least 5-years’ experience.
• Trade test (preferably)
• Focus on details and quality of work.
Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm
Pay: Up to R11 500,00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
• Arc and CO2: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
• Trade test (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Security Guard Jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for security guards in South Africa is R30.50 per hour as of 1 March 2026. Security guards working more than 45 hours per week receive 1.5 times the hourly rate for overtime. This rate applies uniformly across all provinces under the National Minimum Wage Act.
What education and experience do I need for security guard jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants for security guard roles must have completed Grade 10 and hold a valid Grade E PSIRA certificate obtained after 21 days of training. At least 6 months of prior experience in a registered security firm is required for Grade D or higher positions as of 2026.
How many hours per week can security guards work and what leave is provided in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, security guards in South Africa are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week with a maximum of 10 hours overtime. Employees receive 15 days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service and 6 weeks of paid sick leave over a 3-year cycle starting 1 January 2026.
What documents are required to apply for security guard jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified ID copy, PSIRA registration certificate, Grade 10 certificate, and a valid bank statement dated within 3 months as of 2026. A police clearance certificate issued no earlier than 6 months prior is also mandatory for all applications.
