Electrician (Manufacturing)
Company
AtripleA recruitment & temps
Location
Cape Town
Salary
R 19K–R 22K a month
Via
via Job Mail
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Job Description
Our client is seeking Electrician to join their team in Cape Town. A persons with experience in concrete manufacturing is highly advantageous
Purpose of the role: To run and maintain the plant equipment in such a way as to achieve minimum production downtime, maximum life span of equipment, best manpower utilisation and production of quality products.
Should you meet the above requirements, please email your CV to [email protected] - Copy of ID, qualifications and latest payslip
Duties:
• Competent to work on Siemens S5 PLC's.
• Fault finding and Panel building.
• In conjunction with the Maintenance Foreman, work towards upholding the efficiency of the plant.
• Ensure the minimum downtime as a result of electrical breakdowns.
• Maintain all electrical equipment to the highest working and safety standards.
• Order and maintain sufficient electrical spares and equipment to meet above requirements.
• Take responsibility for the maintenance of the Curing Equipment.
• Assist with mechanical repairs.
• Ensure that all the requirements of the OHS Act are conformed with.
• Ensure that the planned maintenance system is maintained.
• Safety Co-ordination of works safety system in liaison with the Safety Committee.
• Abide by Company Safety, Personnel and Operational policies as amended from time to time.
Requirements:
• N4 with Trade Test - Wireman's License will be an advantage.
• PLC Experience will be an advantage.
• 3 Years working experience in Industrial Maintenance environment and panel building experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to read drawings. Good hand / eye co-ordination.
• Self-motivator
• Good communication skills with all levels.
• Normal production working hours - after hours as / when required
Basic Salary: R 19 000 - R 22 000 CTC per month
Pension fund / Medical aid
Purpose of the role: To run and maintain the plant equipment in such a way as to achieve minimum production downtime, maximum life span of equipment, best manpower utilisation and production of quality products.
Should you meet the above requirements, please email your CV to [email protected] - Copy of ID, qualifications and latest payslip
Duties:
• Competent to work on Siemens S5 PLC's.
• Fault finding and Panel building.
• In conjunction with the Maintenance Foreman, work towards upholding the efficiency of the plant.
• Ensure the minimum downtime as a result of electrical breakdowns.
• Maintain all electrical equipment to the highest working and safety standards.
• Order and maintain sufficient electrical spares and equipment to meet above requirements.
• Take responsibility for the maintenance of the Curing Equipment.
• Assist with mechanical repairs.
• Ensure that all the requirements of the OHS Act are conformed with.
• Ensure that the planned maintenance system is maintained.
• Safety Co-ordination of works safety system in liaison with the Safety Committee.
• Abide by Company Safety, Personnel and Operational policies as amended from time to time.
Requirements:
• N4 with Trade Test - Wireman's License will be an advantage.
• PLC Experience will be an advantage.
• 3 Years working experience in Industrial Maintenance environment and panel building experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to read drawings. Good hand / eye co-ordination.
• Self-motivator
• Good communication skills with all levels.
• Normal production working hours - after hours as / when required
Basic Salary: R 19 000 - R 22 000 CTC per month
Pension fund / Medical aid
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.
