Junior Boilermaker/welder

Junior Boilermaker/welder


Company
Career Crew
Location
Pretoria
Posted
5 days ago
Via
Jobs - South Africa | Trabajo.org

Job Description
JUNIOR WELDER BOILERMAKER:

- Fabrication, assemblies
- Oversee welding, read drawings
- Check that jobs are square
- Mild steel experience

A company based in Gauteng is looking for a semiskilled welder boilermaker at its Bronkhorstspruit department to carry out planned and unplanned maintenance and repair work, fabrication of required spare parts and installation, attend to breakdowns, perform standby duties, and attend to callouts timeously to reduce unplanned downtime.
• *The key performance requirements for the position are**:
Participate in health and safety meetings.

Find, report, unsafe, unhealthy and environmentally unfriendly conditions.

Ensure that all relevant procedures are complied with.

Incidents and near misses are reported, investigated and closed out.

Hazardous substances stored, handled, and disposed as per procedure.

Supply suggestions towards improving safety in the working environment.

Permit to work and safe work procedures are followed for all work.

Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment and keep good housekeeping standards always.
• *Delivery and Quality**

Carry out planned maintenance work as per schedules and within stipulated time frames.

Report all anomalies findings of planned and adhoc inspections to the manger and carry out subsequent corrective actions.

Ensure that all breakdown work is carried out within minimum time and in a safe manner and to the highest level of quality.

Participate in shutdown planning by bringing to the attention of the coordinator all equipment related issues that require attention when plant is down.

Participate in the development of safe working procedures and risk assessment.

Ensure spare parts for area of responsibility are maintained to the highest level of cleanliness and quality.

Provide factual and relevant information to assist in solving equipment failure related problems.

Ensure correct welding procedures and consumables are used during maintenance and repair jobs.
• *Continuous Improvement**

Identify possible opportunities to improve workshop reliability and availability.

Execute scheduled maintenance checks.
• *Technical and Functional Competencies**

Knowledge and demonstratable experience in the areas listed below is a key requirement.

Welding consumables

Welding techniques

Welding equipment

Hand tools

Fabrication

Grinding and cutting

Control precision

Trouble shooting

Read drawings.

Basic knowledge of mechanical principles

Ability to plan.

Strong problem-solving skills.
• *Desired Experience Qualification**

Grade 12 Required

N3 in Welding Boilermaking with a Trade Test Required

N4 and higher Advantageous with a Trade Test.
• *Requirements
- Minimum education level: Certificate**

Availability to travel: No

Availability of change of residence: No
• *Must reside in Mooiplaats and surrounding areas.

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Q What is the minimum wage for Packing Staff Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for packing staff in South Africa is R32.45 per hour as of 1 March 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 45 hours per week.
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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, packing staff roles require no formal tertiary qualification but a Grade 10 certificate is the standard entry threshold with at least 3 months prior warehouse experience preferred. Employers must verify identity documents and criminal record checks for all hires.
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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a valid South African ID, proof of address, bank details, and a signed employment contract before starting work. UIF registration is mandatory within 7 days of employment commencement.
Q What are the standard working hours and leave entitlements for packing staff in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, packing staff work a maximum of 45 hours per week with at least 21 consecutive days of annual leave after 12 months of service. Sick leave is capped at 36 days over a 3-year cycle.
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