Electrical Artisan (Trade Tested)

Electrical Artisan (Trade Tested)


Company
FOCI Group
Location
Pretoria
Posted
1 month ago
Via
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Job Description
Electrical Artisan (Trade Tested)

Submit your CV, Trade Certificate, and supporting documents to:

📧 [email protected]

About the Role

FOCI Group is seeking a
qualified Electrical Artisan
with solid field experience to support electrical installations, maintenance, and fault-finding across our engineering and infrastructure projects. This role requires a hands-on professional who can work independently and deliver high-quality workmanship.
Minimum Requirements
• Trade Test Certificate (Electrician) – Non-negotiable
• Minimum
4–6 years’ experience
post-trade test
• Strong experience in
industrial and/or commercial environments
• Wireman’s License (advantageous)
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics

Key Responsibilities
• Electrical installations (LV systems, panels, cabling, distribution boards)
• Maintenance and repairs on electrical systems and equipment
• Fault finding and troubleshooting on-site
• Testing and commissioning of electrical systems
• Ensure compliance with
SANS standards
and safety regulations
• Compile job cards and maintenance reports

Skills & Competencies
• Strong fault-finding ability
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Team player with good communication skills
• Safety-conscious mindset

What We Offer
• Exposure to high-value engineering projects
• Supportive and professional work environment
• Opportunities for growth within the company

How to Apply
Submit your
CV, Trade Certificate, and supporting documents
to:

📧
[email protected]

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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