Trainee Welder
Company
Work-Force
Location
Pretoria
Job Type
Internship
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Jooble
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Job Description
Job Description:
We are seeking a Trainee Welder in Pretoria to join our team and start a career in welding. This role provides hands-on training and experience in various welding techniques and processes.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with welding tasks including MIG, TIG, and arc welding under supervision.
• Support the preparation and cleaning of metal surfaces for welding.
• Learn and apply welding techniques, safety practices, and industry standards.
• Help with inspecting welds for quality and consistency.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in good condition.
Qualifications:
• Enrollment in a Welding Training Program or relevant technical course.
• Basic understanding of welding principles and safety procedures.
• Strong willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Good manual skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
We are seeking a Trainee Welder in Pretoria to join our team and start a career in welding. This role provides hands-on training and experience in various welding techniques and processes.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with welding tasks including MIG, TIG, and arc welding under supervision.
• Support the preparation and cleaning of metal surfaces for welding.
• Learn and apply welding techniques, safety practices, and industry standards.
• Help with inspecting welds for quality and consistency.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in good condition.
Qualifications:
• Enrollment in a Welding Training Program or relevant technical course.
• Basic understanding of welding principles and safety procedures.
• Strong willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Good manual skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
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.
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.
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.
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.
