Occupational Trainer: Welder / Assessor / Moderator

Occupational Trainer: Welder / Assessor / Moderator


Company
IETI Cape Town
Location
Cape Town
Posted
13 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities (but not limited to)

· Executing technical training programs in Welding

· Also specializing in the Welding field of Study

· Ensure that proper Welding procedures are being followed and executed correctly.

· Ensure that the standard of Welding is according to the required specifications, quality and safety standards.

· Follow the correct WPS and PQR Procedures

· Schedule training and assessment process

· Control and manage training equipment and materials,

· Working in a team to produce programs that are satisfactory to all relevant parties in an organization.

· Ensuring that statutory training requirements are met.

· Amending and revising programs as necessary, in order to adapt to the changes that occur in the work environment.

· Helping learners to solve specific training problems, either on a one-to-one

· Conduct training delivery and assessment of welding skills programs, learnerships and apprentices

· Conduct assessment to determine competency of learners trained on construction trades.

· Maintaining Health & Safety on training sites in keeping with Occupational H&S legislation

· General supervision of learners/trainees on classroom and practical sites

· Perform administration related to learners Portfolio of Evidence (PoE)

· Taking part in moderation activities as required

Qualifications

· 2-3 years Site experience in a Mechanical and Electrical environment (Specific to Welding)

· Qualification in Welding

· Qualification as Facilitator / Trainer

· Degree/Diploma, Certificate or Higher Certificate in ETD

· Competent and certified assessor and moderator an added advantage

· Facilitation/ Training skills accreditation or qualification.

Work experience

· 3-5 years Training experience

· A minimum of five experience on site/job (Other jobs that prepared you for this job)

· Knowledge and understanding of welding skills training requirements (off and onsite)

· Knowledge of the Skills Development Act (NQF, SAQA, SETA, QCTO)

Attributes

· Ability to work under pressure

· Sound communications Skills

· Accuracy

· Apply good governance principles

· Maintain focus and self-control

· Maintaining effective relationships

· Produce and maintain effective business results

· Technical Aptitude

· Numerical Aptitude

· Mathematical Reasoning

· Attention to detail

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the 2026 national minimum wage for welders in South Africa?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R28.79 per hour from 1 March 2026 for all sectors including welding. Welders working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
Q Which trade certificate is required to legally work as a welder in South Africa in 2026?
Welders must hold a QCTO-registered occupational certificate in welding at NQF Level 4 obtained after completing a minimum 3-year apprenticeship and passing the trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be verifiable on the QCTO database before any employer can hire the welder.
Q How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to welder contracts in 2026?
Welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week and 8 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. They are entitled to 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after every 12 months of employment, calculated from the date of engagement.
Q What documents must South African welders submit when applying for formal employment in 2026?
Applicants must provide a valid South African ID, QCTO trade certificate, valid bank account details, and proof of UIF registration number. Employers are required to verify the trade certificate directly with the QCTO before issuing an employment contract.
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